The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockholm to Karlstad
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockholm to Karlstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm to Karlstad will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $40.
Of the 6 trains that leave Stockholm for Karlstad every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 54 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
645 SJ 3000
621 SJ 3000
665 SJ
677 SJ
669 SJ
645 SJ 3000
621 SJ 3000
643 SJ 3000
669 SJ
677 SJTravel Information
Compare train and coach for Stockholm to Karlstad
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Karlstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 259 km
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$44 Average Price | $28 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Stockholm to Karlstad train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
621 SJ 3000 | 4:40 am Stockholm Central Station | 2h47 | 7:27 am Karlstad tågstation | 0 changesdirect | |
665 SJ | 11:39 am Stockholm Central Station | 3h03 | 2:42 pm Karlstad tågstation | 0 changesdirect | |
669 SJ | 2:30 pm Stockholm Central Station | 2h50 | 5:20 pm Karlstad tågstation | 0 changesdirect | |
643 SJ 3000 | 4:13 pm Stockholm Central Station | 2h47 | 7:00 pm Karlstad tågstation | 0 changesdirect | |
645 SJ 3000 | 5:10 pm Stockholm Central Station | 2h44 | 7:54 pm Karlstad tågstation | 0 changesdirect | |
677 SJ | 6:37 pm Stockholm Central Station | 2h54 | 9:31 pm Karlstad tågstation | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stockholm to Karlstad
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:17 |
Train companies: SJ, Tågab, Malartag, vy, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Stockholm to Karlstad trainsSJ, Tågab, Malartag, vy, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Stockholm and Karlstad from $18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stockholm to Karlstad train

Passengers board the train most frequently from Stockholm Central Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Karlstad tågstation, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stockholm and Karlstad
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- Luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
- Burger King
- Caffe Ritazza
- Blueberry Tunnelgången
- Espresso House
- Holy Monkey
- Icha Icha
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Sushi Yama
- O'Learys
- & many more
- Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
- Freys Hotel
- Nordic Light Hotel
- Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
- Metro lines: 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19
- Bus lines: 53, 54, 516, 812C, 813C, Flygbussarna
- Tram lines: 7
- Train lines: Dala Line, Northern Main Line, East Coast Line, SJ X2000, 40, 41, 42X, 43, 43X, 44, Arlanda Express, FLX
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Swedenborgsgatan.
- Pelikan
- Kvarnen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Hotel Rival
- Clarion Hotel Stockholm
- Hilton Stockholm Slussen
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and commuter destinations
- Metro: Line 13, Line 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Drottninggatan.
- Restaurant Frost
- Br. Olssons Elektriska
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Clarion Collection Hotel Drott
- Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad
- Scandic Karlstad City
- Located in the main hall
- SIXT
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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