How to travel from Stockholm to Linköping

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Compare train and bus for Stockholm to Linköping

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Linköping among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 37m. 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 bus costs an average of $22, while a train costs an average of $33.

Distance: 108 miles (174 km)

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Driving

$33

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$22

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$41

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2h 37m

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2h 7m

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3h 12m

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2h 42m

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2h 13m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm to Linköping is a bus with an average price of $22 (€19).

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

A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockholm to Linköping costing on average $33 (€28).

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm to Linköping is by train with an average journey time of 2h 37m.

Other travel options to Linköping take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stockholm and Linköping including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Stockholm to Linköping among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 6m faster (2h 7m by train vs 2h 13m by car) and roughly $9 (€7) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($33 (€28) vs $41 (€35)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Stockholm to Linköping

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:25 PM2h45
    Stockholm, Cityterminalen
    2:10 AMLinköping, Fjärrbussterminal
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:25 PM2h45
    Stockholm, Cityterminalen
    2:10 AMLinköping, Fjärrbussterminal
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SJ533 SJ
    12:23 PM1h39
    Stockholm Central Station
    2:02 PMLinköping Central Station
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SJ519 SJ
    5:22 AM1h40
    Stockholm Central Station
    7:02 AMLinköping Central Station
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • SJ269 SJ
    12:34 PM1h54
    Stockholm Central Station
    2:28 PMLinköping Central Station
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • SJ271 SJ
    1:37 PM2h00
    Stockholm Central Station
    3:37 PMLinköping Central Station
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:55 PM3h10
    Stockholm, Cityterminalen
    2:05 AMLinköping, Fjärrbussterminal
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:00 PM2h25
    Stockholm, Cityterminalen
    8:25 PMLinköping, Fjärrbussterminal
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:05 PM2h35
    Stockholm, Cityterminalen
    5:40 PMLinköping, Fjärrbussterminal
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Stockholm to Linköping

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Stockholm to Linköping, 72,37% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Stockholm to Linköping and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Stockholm to Linköping

Travel to Linköping 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 Linköping.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Stockholm and Linköping including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm to Linköping is a bus with an average price of $22 (€19).

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

A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockholm to Linköping costing on average $33 (€28).

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm to Linköping is by train with an average journey time of 2h 37m.

Other travel options to Linköping take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 12m.

The distance from Stockholm to Linköping is approximately 108 miles (174 km).
The average frequency per day from Stockholm to Linköping is:
  • Around 74 trains per day.
  • Around 19 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stockholm and Linköping 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 to Linköping:
  • Trains mostly depart from Stockholm Central Station and arrive in Linköping Central Station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) and arrive in Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stockholm to Linköping, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus to go to Linköping by bus.
  • Travel with SJ, Snälltåget, Malartag, VR, Tågab to go to Linköping by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Stockholm to Linköping with the following travel companies:
  • 19 direct buses per day with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus.
  • 25 direct trains per day with SJ, Snälltåget.
Omio customers who travel from Stockholm to Linköping often also extend their vacation to go to Gothenburg, Copenhagen, Stockholm Arlanda Airport, Stockholm-Arlanda, Malmö. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Linköping and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Linköping to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Linköping, you can enjoy leisurely walks and picnics at Linköping City Park, explore regional art and history at Östergötlands Museum, and savor Swedish cuisine at local markets. Take a boat tour on the Kinda Canal and experience the vibrant nightlife and dining in the city center. Visit notable sights such as the historic Linköping Cathedral, the 19th-century Gamla Linköping Open-Air Museum, the Flygvapenmuseum with its aviation exhibits, Linköping Castle with its beautiful gardens, and the scenic Stångån River for outdoor activities.
Two to three days in Linköping are ideal to explore its historical landmarks, such as the Linköping Cathedral and Gamla Linköping Open-Air Museum, and to enjoy the scenic Stångån River and surrounding nature.
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