How to travel from Norrköping to Karlstad

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Compare bus and train for Norrköping to Karlstad

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norrköping to Karlstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €32, while a bus costs an average of €38.

Distance: 109 miles (177 km)

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€32

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€38

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2h 51m

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2h 21m

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5h 23m

Average total duration

4h 53m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Norrköping to Karlstad is a train with an average price of €32.

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

A train is €6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Norrköping to Karlstad costing on average €38.

The fastest way to travel from Norrköping to Karlstad is by train with an average journey time of 2h 51m.

Other travel options to Karlstad take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Norrköping and Karlstad including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Norrköping to Karlstad among Omio's users.

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from Norrköping to Karlstad

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • SJ665 SJ+Malartag12136 Mälartåg
    12:37 PM2h55
    Norrköping Central Station
    3:32 PMKarlstad tågstation
    291One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • SJ665 SJ+Malartag12136 Mälartåg
    12:37 PM2h55
    Norrköping Central Station
    3:32 PMKarlstad tågstation
    291One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SJ629 SJ+Malartag12128 Mälartåg
    10:37 AM2h29
    Norrköping Central Station
    1:06 PMKarlstad tågstation
    411One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Malartag12120 Mälartåg+Tågab7063 Tågab
    8:37 AM3h04
    Norrköping Central Station
    11:41 AMKarlstad tågstation
    361One-way
    1 transfer
  • TagiBergslagen8170 Tåg i Bergslagen+Värmlandstrafik500 Värmlandstrafik · 900 Värmlandstrafik+Lanstrafiken500 Länstrafiken Örebro
    9:17 AM5h41
    Norrköping Central Station
    2:58 PMKarlstad
    391One-way
    4 transfers
  • TagiBergslagen8174 Tåg i Bergslagen+Värmlandstrafik500 Värmlandstrafik · 900 Värmlandstrafik+Lanstrafiken500 Länstrafiken Örebro
    1:17 PM5h41
    Norrköping Central Station
    6:58 PMKarlstad
    391One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:45 AM7h25
    Norrköping, Resecentrum
    7:10 PMKarlstad, Karlstad Busstation
    401One-way
    1 transfer
  • SJ183 SJ+Värmlandstrafik500 Värmlandstrafik · 900 Värmlandstrafik+Malartag12152 Mälartåg
    4:37 PM6h21
    Norrköping Central Station
    10:58 PMKarlstad
    421One-way
    5 transfers
  • Vy Bus4You400 · 850
    2:25 PM8h45
    Norrköping, Resecentrum
    11:10 PMKarlstad, Karlstad Busstation
    451One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Norrköping 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 Norrköping to Karlstad.

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There are 2 options to travel between Norrköping and Karlstad including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Norrköping to Karlstad is a train with an average price of €32.

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

A train is €6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Norrköping to Karlstad costing on average €38.

The fastest way to travel from Norrköping to Karlstad is by train with an average journey time of 2h 51m.

Other travel options to Karlstad take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 23m.

The distance from Norrköping to Karlstad is approximately 109 miles (177 km).
The average frequency per day from Norrköping to Karlstad is:
  • Around 20 buses per day.
  • Around 18 trains per day.

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

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Norrköping to Karlstad, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Vy Bus4You, Infobus to go to Karlstad by bus.
  • Travel with SJ, Tågab to go to Karlstad by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Norrköping to Karlstad:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Infobus.
Omio customers who travel from Norrköping 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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