How to travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle

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Compare train and bus for Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of DKK 99 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of DKK 99, while a train costs an average of DKK 269.

Distance: 75 miles (122 km)

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1h 43m

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1h 13m

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4h 24m

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1h 21m

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Compare ways to travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle

Compare the available ways to get from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle is a bus with an average price of DKK 99.

This is compared to other travel options from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle:

A bus is DKK 171 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle costing on average DKK 269.

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle is by train with an average journey time of 1h 43m.

Other travel options to Gävle take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 24m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stockholm-Arlanda and Gävle including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 8m sooner (1h 13m by train vs 1h 21m by car). Tickets start at around DKK 269 compared to roughly DKK 189 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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How to get from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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  • SL
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FAQs: Travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle

Travel to Gävle 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 Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle.

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There are 2 options to travel between Stockholm-Arlanda and Gävle including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle is a bus with an average price of DKK 99.

This is compared to other travel options from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle:

A bus is DKK 171 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle costing on average DKK 269.

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle is by train with an average journey time of 1h 43m.

Other travel options to Gävle take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 24m.

The distance from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle is approximately 75 miles (122 km).
The average frequency per day from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle is:
  • Around 26 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle:
  • Trains mostly depart from Arlanda Central station and arrive in Gävle Centralstation.
  • Buses mostly depart from Gottröra, kyrka and arrive in Gävle Korpvägen.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with UL to go to Gävle by bus.
  • Travel with SJ, Malartag, SL to go to Gävle by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle:
  • 18 direct trains per day with SJ.
Omio customers who travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Gävle often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Uppsala, Stockholm Arlanda Airport, Gothenburg, Sundsvall. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Gävle and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Gävle to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Gävle's main attractions, such as the Gävle Castle, Boulognerskogen City Park, and the Swedish Railway Museum, a 2 to 3-day visit is generally recommended.

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