How to travel from Umeå to Stockholm

Wed, Nov 04
+ Add return
Travel by train, flight, bus with
SJ
Norwegian Air Shuttle
YBuss
Tågkompaniet Norrtåg
Sas Airways
1,000+ more
SJ
Norwegian Air Shuttle
YBuss
Tågkompaniet Norrtåg
Sas Airways
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare train, flight, and bus for Umeå to Stockholm

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Umeå to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $76 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $76, while a flight costs an average of $218.

Distance: 318 miles (513 km)

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Flight
Bus
Driving

$76

Average price

Cheapest

$218

Average price

$80

Average price

$25

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 21m

Average total duration

6h 51m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

3h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 7m

Onboard

+

2h 0m

Additional time*

9h 52m

Average total duration

9h 22m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

7h 9m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.5 - 3.1kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

SJ

Most popular train company

Sas Airways

Most popular airline

YBuss

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

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

Compare ways to travel from Umeå to Stockholm

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

The cheapest way to travel from Umeå to Stockholm is a train with an average price of $76.

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

A train is $5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Umeå to Stockholm costing on average $80.

A train is $143 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Umeå to Stockholm costing on average $218.

The fastest way to travel from Umeå to Stockholm is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 7m.

Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 21m.

Bus takes on average 9h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Umeå and Stockholm including taking a train, flight, and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Umeå to Stockholm 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 18m sooner (6h 51m by train vs 7h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $76 compared to roughly $25 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.

Travel options
from Umeå to Stockholm

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • SJ565 SJ
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • SJ565 SJ
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD84006
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SJ569 SJ
    0 transfers
  • SJ Nattåg91 SJ Nattåg
    0 transfers
  • Tågkompaniet Norrtåg7403 Norrtåg+SJ InterCity271 SJ InterCity+XTrafik8353 X-trafik
    2 transfers
  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD84002
    0 transfers
  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD84012
    0 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK33
    0 transfers

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, buses and flights

Compare train, flight, and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Train
Bus
Flight

How to get from Umeå to Stockholm

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Umeå to Stockholm, 84,62% 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 Umeå to Stockholm 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.

Search on Omio to find cheap tickets from Umeå to Stockholm. It’s easy to find the most attractive prices and choose your preferred route for your journey. Book on web or app, and travel with your mobile ticket —without the stress of printing your ticket.

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Travel from Umeå to Stockholm

Travel to Stockholm 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 Umeå to Stockholm.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Umeå and Stockholm including taking a train, flight, and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Umeå to Stockholm is a train with an average price of $76.

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

A train is $5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Umeå to Stockholm costing on average $80.

A train is $143 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Umeå to Stockholm costing on average $218.

The fastest way to travel from Umeå to Stockholm is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 7m.

Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 21m.

Bus takes on average 9h 52m.

The distance from Umeå to Stockholm is approximately 318 miles (513 km).
The average frequency per day from Umeå to Stockholm is:
  • Around 28 trains per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Umeå to Stockholm:
  • Flights mostly depart from Umea Airport and arrive in Stockholm Arlanda Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Umeå Central Station and arrive in Stockholm Central Station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Umeå, Busstation and arrive in Stockholm, Västerbroplan.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Umeå to Stockholm, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Sas Airways, Norwegian Air Shuttle to go to Stockholm by flight.
  • Travel with YBuss to go to Stockholm by bus.
  • Travel with SJ, Tågkompaniet Norrtåg, XTrafik to go to Stockholm by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Umeå to Stockholm with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct flights per day with Sas Airways, Norwegian Air Shuttle.
  • 1 direct buses per day with YBuss.
  • 7 direct trains per day with SJ.
Omio customers who travel from Umeå to Stockholm often also extend their vacation to go to Copenhagen, London, Oslo, Gothenburg, Malmö. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Stockholm and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Stockholm to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Stockholm, you can visit Fotografiska to enjoy contemporary photography and a rooftop café. Explore Södermalm for its vibrant arts scene and eclectic shops. Take a boat tour through the Stockholm Archipelago for stunning island views. Relax in the Royal National City Park or enjoy a traditional Swedish fika at a local café. Discover historic Gamla Stan with its medieval architecture, and see the Vasa Museum's 17th-century warship. Skansen offers insights into Swedish history and wildlife, while the Stockholm Palace showcases opulent royal rooms. For music fans, ABBA The Museum provides an interactive experience dedicated to the iconic pop group.
Typically, 3 to 4 days are sufficient to explore Stockholm's main attractions, including the Vasa Museum, Gamla Stan, and Skansen, while allowing time for boat tours and enjoying the city's vibrant culinary scene.

Travelling from Umeå to Stockholm: related information

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

HomeTravel EuropeTravel to SwedenTravel to StockholmHow to travel from Umeå to Stockholm

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone