How to travel from Linköping to Karlstad

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Compare bus and train for Linköping to Karlstad

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linköping to Karlstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, while a train costs an average of $45.

Distance: 100 miles (162 km)

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3h 8m

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2h 38m

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7h 31m

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from Linköping to Karlstad

How to get from Linköping to Karlstad by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Linköping to Karlstad is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:20 AM9h40
    Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal
    3:00 PMKarlstad, Karlstad Busstation
    $321One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:20 AM9h40
    Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal
    3:00 PMKarlstad, Karlstad Busstation
    $321One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Malartag2160 Mälartåg+SJ645 SJ
    6:10 PM2h56
    Linköping Central Station
    9:06 PMKarlstad tågstation
    $421One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Malartag2164 Mälartåg+SJ677 SJ
    7:10 PM3h11
    Linköping Central Station
    10:21 PMKarlstad tågstation
    $401One-way
    1 transfer
  • Malartag2164 Mälartåg+SJ677 SJ+Värmlandstrafik7 Värmlandstrafik+ÖstgötaTrafiken13 Östgötatrafiken
    6:53 PM4h00
    Linköping
    10:53 PMKarlstad Zakrisdalsslingan
    $471One-way
    3 transfers
  • TagiBergslagen8170 Tåg i Bergslagen+Värmlandstrafik500 Värmlandstrafik · 8919 Värmlandstrafik+Lanstrafiken500 Länstrafiken Örebro
    9:16 AM5h46
    Linköping Central Station
    3:02 PMKarlstad tågstation
    $481One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:40 AM8h30
    Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal
    12:10 PMKarlstad, Karlstad Busstation
    $381One-way
    1 transfer
  • Vy Bus4You400 · 850
    2:25 PM8h45
    Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal
    11:10 PMKarlstad, Karlstad Busstation
    $441One-way
    1 transfer
  • TagiBergslagen8182 Tåg i Bergslagen+Värmlandstrafik500 Värmlandstrafik · 500 Värmlandstrafik · 900 Värmlandstrafik
    7:20 PM9h52
    Linköping Central Station
    5:12 AMKarlstad
    $441One-way
    5 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Linköping to Karlstad

Travel to Karlstad easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Linköping to Karlstad.

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There are 2 options to travel between Linköping and Karlstad including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Linköping to Karlstad is a bus with an average price of $44 (€36).

This is compared to other travel options from Linköping to Karlstad:

A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Linköping to Karlstad costing on average $45 (€37).

The fastest way to travel from Linköping to Karlstad is by train with an average journey time of 3h 8m.

Other travel options to Karlstad take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 31m.

The distance from Linköping to Karlstad is approximately 100 miles (162 km).
The average frequency per day from Linköping to Karlstad is:
  • Around 14 buses per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Linköping and Karlstad as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Linköping to Karlstad:
  • Trains mostly depart from Linköping Central Station and arrive in Karlstad tågstation.
  • Buses mostly depart from Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal and arrive in Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Linköping to Karlstad, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SJ, Tågab to go to Karlstad by train.
  • Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus to go to Karlstad by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Linköping to Karlstad often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Gothenburg, Oslo, Stockholm-Arlanda, Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Karlstad and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Karlstad to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Karlstad, you can explore Vänern Lake, Sweden's largest lake, ideal for boating, fishing, and scenic walks. Catch a hockey game or concert at Löfbergs Lila Arena, or visit Karlstad University for its impressive architecture. Discover local cuisine at bustling food markets and unwind at Sundstabadet, a water park with pools and spa facilities. Don't miss the Värmlands Museum for regional history and art, Alsters Herrgård, the birthplace of poet Gustaf Fröding, and Mariebergsskogen, a city park with a zoo and nature trails. Art enthusiasts will appreciate Sandgrund Lars Lerin gallery, and the Karlstad Cathedral offers beautiful architecture and a peaceful setting.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Karlstad allows you to explore its main attractions, such as the Värmland Museum, Mariebergsskogen park, and the scenic Lake Vänern, while also enjoying local dining and cultural experiences.

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