How to travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Uppsala

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Compare train and bus for Stockholm-Arlanda to Uppsala

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm-Arlanda to Uppsala among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, while a train costs an average of $24.

Distance: 17 miles (28 km)

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$8

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1h 13m

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The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Uppsala is a bus with an average price of $13.

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

A bus is $11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockholm-Arlanda to Uppsala costing on average $24.

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Uppsala is by train with an average journey time of 49m.

Other travel options to Uppsala take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stockholm-Arlanda and Uppsala including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Stockholm-Arlanda to Uppsala 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 11m sooner (19m by train vs 30m by car). Tickets start at around $24 compared to roughly $8 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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from Stockholm-Arlanda to Uppsala

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • SL583 SL+Malartag814 Mälartåg
    8:37 AM0h38
    Stockholm-Arlanda
    9:15 AMUppsala Central Station
    $101One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • SL583 SL+Malartag814 Mälartåg
    8:37 AM0h38
    Stockholm-Arlanda
    9:15 AMUppsala Central Station
    $101One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SL40 SL
    8:16 AM0h18
    Arlanda Central station
    8:34 AMUppsala Central Station
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SL583 SL+Malartag862 Mälartåg
    8:36 PM0h39
    Stockholm-Arlanda
    9:15 PMUppsala Central Station
    $101One-way
    1 transfer
  • SL583 SL+Malartag866 Mälartåg
    9:36 PM0h39
    Stockholm-Arlanda
    10:15 PMUppsala Central Station
    $101One-way
    1 transfer
  • SL583 SL+Malartag870 Mälartåg
    10:36 PM0h39
    Stockholm-Arlanda
    11:15 PMUppsala Central Station
    $101One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:03 PM0h32
    Stockholm, Arlanda
    10:35 PMUppsala, Business Park
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:33 PM0h32
    Stockholm, Arlanda
    2:05 PMUppsala, Business Park
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:13 PM0h32
    Stockholm, Arlanda
    6:45 PMUppsala, Business Park
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Uppsala

Travel to Uppsala 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 Uppsala.

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There are 2 options to travel between Stockholm-Arlanda and Uppsala including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Uppsala is a bus with an average price of $13.

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

A bus is $11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockholm-Arlanda to Uppsala costing on average $24.

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Uppsala is by train with an average journey time of 49m.

Other travel options to Uppsala take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 12m.

The distance from Stockholm-Arlanda to Uppsala is approximately 17 miles (28 km).
The average frequency per day from Stockholm-Arlanda to Uppsala is:
  • Around 74 trains per day.
  • Around 64 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stockholm-Arlanda and Uppsala 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 Uppsala:
  • Trains mostly depart from Arlanda Central station and arrive in Uppsala Central Station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stockholm, Arlanda T2 and arrive in Uppsala, Stationsgatan.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stockholm-Arlanda to Uppsala, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Malartag, SJ, SL to go to Uppsala by train.
  • Travel with UL, FlixBus to go to Uppsala by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Stockholm-Arlanda to Uppsala with the following travel companies:
  • 73 direct trains per day with Malartag, SJ, SL.
  • 64 direct buses per day with UL, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Stockholm-Arlanda to Uppsala often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmö, Gävle, Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Uppsala and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Uppsala to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling experience in Uppsala, spending 2-3 days is ideal. This allows you to explore notable sites like Uppsala Cathedral, Gustavianum, and the beautiful Botanical Gardens, while also enjoying the city's vibrant cultural scene.

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