What is the cheapest way to get from Karlstad to Stockholm?

The cheapest way to get from Karlstad to Stockholm is to train which costs 360 kr - 750 kr and takes 2h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Karlstad to Stockholm?

The fastest way to get from Karlstad to Stockholm is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs 360 kr - 750 kr.

Is there a direct bus between Karlstad and Stockholm?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Karlstad busstation station and arriving at Stockholm, Cityterminalen. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Karlstad and Stockholm?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karlstad Centralstation station and arriving at Stockholm Centralstation station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Karlstad to Stockholm?

The distance between Karlstad and Stockholm is 320 km. The road distance is 298.6 km.

How do I travel from Karlstad to Stockholm without a car?

The best way to get from Karlstad to Stockholm without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs 360 kr - 750 kr.

How long does it take to get from Karlstad to Stockholm?

The train from Karlstad Centralstation to Stockholm Central Station takes 2h 48m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Karlstad to Stockholm bus from?

Karlstad to Stockholm bus services, operated by Vy Buss, depart from Karlstad busstation.

Where do I catch the Karlstad to Stockholm train from?

Karlstad to Stockholm train services, operated by Swedish Railways (SJ), depart from Karlstad Centralstation.

Train or bus from Karlstad to Stockholm?

The best way to get from Karlstad to Stockholm is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs 360 kr - 750 kr. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 310 kr - 1500 kr and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Karlstad to Stockholm bus arrive?

Karlstad to Stockholm bus services, operated by Vy Buss, arrive at Stockholm, Cityterminalen station.

Where does the Karlstad to Stockholm train arrive?

Karlstad to Stockholm train services, operated by Swedish Railways (SJ), arrive at Stockholm Centralstation.

Can I drive from Karlstad to Stockholm?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlstad to Stockholm is 299 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Karlstad to Stockholm.

How do I get a train ticket from Karlstad to Stockholm?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Karlstad to Stockholm?

Book your Karlstad to Stockholm bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Stockholm?

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There are 4 ways to get from Karlstad to Stockholm by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Karlstad Centralstation to Stockholm Centralstationtrain 648 / ...
2h 48m
kr 360–750
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlstad busstation to Stockholm, Cityterminalenbus 850 / ...
4h 20m
kr 310–1,500
Drive 298.6 km
1. Drive from Karlstad to Stockholmcar 298.6 km
3h 29m
kr 554–801
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Karlstad busstation to Råda Rådastrandbus
2. Fly from Hagfors (HFS) to Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN)plane HFS - ARN
4h 2m

Karlstad to Stockholm by train

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Distance: 320.2 km
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Karlstad, Sweden and Stockholm, Sweden?

Swedish Railways (SJ) operates a train from Karlstad Centralstation to Stockholm Centralstation every 4 hours. Tickets cost kr 410–600 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Vy Buss operates a bus from Karlstad busstation to Stockholm, Cityterminalen every 3 hours. Tickets cost kr 800–1,500 and the journey takes 4h 20m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily.

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