How to travel from Madrid to Stockholm

There are 3 options to travel between Madrid and Stockholm including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Stockholm is a flight with an average price of $269 (€219).

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Stockholm:

A flight is $13 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Stockholm costing on average $282 (€229).

A flight is $487 (€397) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Stockholm costing on average $756 (€616).

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Stockholm is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 48m.

Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:

Train takes on average 45h 52m.

Bus takes on average 50h 7m.

The distance from Madrid to Stockholm is approximately 1611 miles (2593 km).

The average frequency per day from Madrid to Stockholm is:

• Around 71 flights per day.
• Around 5 buses per day.
• Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Stockholm:

• Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Stockholm Arlanda Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Stockholm, Cityterminalen.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Stockholm, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Iberia, Lot Polish Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM, Finnair, Vueling, Sas Airways, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air France, Pascan Aviation, Air Europa, Air Serbia, Swiss, TAP Portugal to go to Stockholm by flight.
• Travel with AVE, Renfe Viajeros to go to Stockholm by train.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Stockholm by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Madrid to Stockholm:

• 1 direct flights per day with Iberia.

Omio customers who travel from Madrid to Stockholm often also extend their vacation to go to Copenhagen, Oslo, Gothenburg, Malmö, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Stockholm and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Stockholm to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Stockholm, you can visit Fotografiska to enjoy contemporary photography and a rooftop café. Explore Södermalm for its vibrant arts scene and eclectic shops. Take a boat tour through the Stockholm Archipelago for stunning island views. Relax in the Royal National City Park or enjoy a traditional Swedish fika at a local café. Discover historic Gamla Stan with its medieval architecture, and see the Vasa Museum's 17th-century warship. Skansen offers insights into Swedish history and wildlife, while the Stockholm Palace showcases opulent royal rooms. For music fans, ABBA The Museum provides an interactive experience dedicated to the iconic pop group.

Typically, 3 to 4 days are sufficient to explore Stockholm's main attractions, including the Vasa Museum, Gamla Stan, and Skansen, while allowing time for boat tours and enjoying the city's vibrant culinary scene.