How to travel from Stockholm to Kalmar

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Stockholm to Kalmar

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Kalmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $43 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. 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 bus costs an average of $43, while a flight costs an average of $249.

Distance: 194 miles (313 km)

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$79

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$43

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$249

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$86

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5h 47m

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5h 17m

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6h 17m

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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Sas Airways

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The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm to Kalmar is a bus with an average price of $43.

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

A bus is $36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockholm to Kalmar costing on average $79.

A bus is $206 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stockholm to Kalmar costing on average $249.

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm to Kalmar is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 6m.

Other travel options to Kalmar take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 47m.

Bus takes on average 6h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stockholm and Kalmar including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Stockholm to Kalmar among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $79 compared to roughly $86 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $7. The journey takes 5h 17m versus 4h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Stockholm to Kalmar

How to get from Stockholm to Kalmar by train, bus or flight.

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:28 AM5h55
    Stockholm, Cityterminalen
    1:23 PMKalmar, Järnvägstation
    $401One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:28 AM5h55
    Stockholm, Cityterminalen
    1:23 PMKalmar, Järnvägstation
    $401One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Sas AirwaysSK2197
    10:00 PM1h05
    Stockholm Arlanda Airport
    11:05 PMKalmar Airport
    $2771One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SL69 SL+Snälltåget25 Snälltåget+Krösatågen28803 Krösatåg
    11:14 PM9h23
    Stockholm
    8:37 AMKalmar Centralstation
    $431One-way
    2 transfers
  • Malartag937 Mälartåg · 12135 Mälartåg+Krösatågen28813 Krösatåg
    12:55 PM6h43
    Stockholm Central Station
    7:38 PMKalmar Centralstation
    $451One-way
    2 transfers
  • Malartag239 Mälartåg+ÖstgötaTrafiken8755 Östgötatrafiken+Krösatågen28815 Krösatåg
    3:42 PM5h56
    Stockholm Central Station
    9:38 PMKalmar Centralstation
    $501One-way
    2 transfers
  • Vy Bus4You200
    9:40 AM6h00
    Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen)
    3:40 PMKalmar, Järnvägstation
    $531One-way
    0 transfers
  • Vy Bus4You200
    5:40 PM6h00
    Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen)
    11:40 PMKalmar, Järnvägstation
    $581One-way
    0 transfers
  • Vy Bus4You200
    12:25 PM6h00
    Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen)
    6:25 PMKalmar, Järnvägstation
    $621One-way
    0 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK195
    2:10 PM1h05
    Stockholm Arlanda Airport
    3:15 PMKalmar Airport
    $2991One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Stockholm to Kalmar

Travel to Kalmar 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 to Kalmar.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Stockholm and Kalmar including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm to Kalmar is a bus with an average price of $43.

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

A bus is $36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockholm to Kalmar costing on average $79.

A bus is $206 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stockholm to Kalmar costing on average $249.

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm to Kalmar is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 6m.

Other travel options to Kalmar take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 47m.

Bus takes on average 6h 17m.

The distance from Stockholm to Kalmar is approximately 194 miles (313 km).
The average frequency per day from Stockholm to Kalmar is:
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stockholm to Kalmar:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stockholm Arlanda Airport and arrive in Kalmar Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Stockholm Central Station and arrive in Kalmar Centralstation.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stockholm, Västerbroplan and arrive in Kalmar, Snurrom.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stockholm to Kalmar, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss to go to Kalmar by bus.
  • Travel with Krösatågen, SJ, Snälltåget to go to Kalmar by train.
  • Travel with Sas Airways, braathens regional aviation to go to Kalmar by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Stockholm to Kalmar with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct buses per day with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Sas Airways, braathens regional aviation.
Omio customers who travel from Stockholm to Kalmar often also extend their vacation to go to Copenhagen, Gothenburg, Malmö, Copenhagen Airport, Växjö. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kalmar and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Kalmar to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To explore the main attractions in Kalmar, such as Kalmar Castle, the Old Town, and the Kalmar County Museum, two to three days would be sufficient. This allows for a relaxed pace to enjoy the historical sites and scenic coastal views.
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