How to travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Jönköping

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Compare train and bus for Stockholm-Arlanda to Jönköping

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stockholm-Arlanda to Jönköping among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $21, while a bus costs an average of $42.

Distance: 187 miles (301 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Jönköping

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

The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Jönköping is a train with an average price of $21 (€18).

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

A train is $21 (€18) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stockholm-Arlanda to Jönköping costing on average $42 (€35).

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Jönköping is by train with an average journey time of 4h 11m.

Other travel options to Jönköping take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 43m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stockholm-Arlanda and Jönköping including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Stockholm-Arlanda to Jönköping among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $42 (€35) compared to roughly $77 (€64) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $36 (€30). The journey takes 5h 13m versus 3h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Stockholm-Arlanda to Jönköping

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
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  • SJ533 SJ+JLT37670 Jönköpings länstrafik+Arlanda Express7829 Arlanda express
    2 transfers

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  • SJ183 SJ+Västtrafik7263 Västtrafik+Malartag955 Mälartåg
    2 transfers
  • SJ171 SJ+Västtrafik3461 Västtrafik · 7241 Västtrafik+Malartag929 Mälartåg
    3 transfers
  • SJ277 SJ+ÖstgötaTrafiken18859 Östgötatrafiken · 8757 Östgötatrafiken+JLT27631 Jönköpings länstrafik
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Jönköping

Travel to Jönköping 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 Jönköping.

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There are 2 options to travel between Stockholm-Arlanda and Jönköping including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Jönköping is a train with an average price of $21 (€18).

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

A train is $21 (€18) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stockholm-Arlanda to Jönköping costing on average $42 (€35).

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Jönköping is by train with an average journey time of 4h 11m.

Other travel options to Jönköping take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 43m.

The distance from Stockholm-Arlanda to Jönköping is approximately 187 miles (301 km).
The average frequency per day from Stockholm-Arlanda to Jönköping is:
  • Around 50 trains per day.
  • Around 19 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stockholm-Arlanda and Jönköping 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 Jönköping:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stockholm Arlanda Airport and arrive in Göteborg-Landvetter Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Arlanda Central station and arrive in Jönköping Centralstation.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stockholm, Arlanda and arrive in Jönköping, Resecentrum.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stockholm-Arlanda to Jönköping, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Vy Bus4You, Vy Express Sweden to go to Jönköping by bus.
  • Travel with SJ, Snälltåget, VR, Malartag, Tågab to go to Jönköping by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Stockholm-Arlanda to Jönköping:
  • 17 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Vy Bus4You.
Omio customers who travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Jönköping often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Gothenburg, Copenhagen, Göteborg-Landvetter Airport, Malmö. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Jönköping and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Jönköping to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Jönköping, you can explore the Spira Cultural Center for concerts, theater performances, and art exhibitions in a modern venue. Relax at Jönköpings Stadspark, featuring a zoo, playgrounds, and walking trails. Visit Gränna, a charming town known for traditional candy-making. Discover various events at the Elmia Exhibition and Convention Centre. Learn about industrial history at the Huskvarna Factory Museum. Enjoy Vättern Lake for swimming and boating, and visit the Jönköping County Museum for regional history. The Tändsticksmuseet offers insights into matchstick production, and the Rosenlunds Rosarium is perfect for rose enthusiasts.
To fully explore Jönköping, including its cultural sites, scenic Vättern lake, and nearby attractions like Gränna and Visingsö island, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
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