background-img-buses-trains
chiku-desktop

Karlstad to Stockholm bus

chiku-mobile
Available on iOS & Android
Lowest Prices

We partner with the top bus & train carriers to bring you the best deals.

Best Travel Options

We help you find & compare the best buses & trains in one place.

Quick & Easy Booking

Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.

Fast Customer Support

We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.

Karlstad - Stockholm Bus Schedule

Find cheap rental carsFind great deals on cheap cars in the area.
RentalCars logotypeRentalCars logotype
from$40.73

Journey Information

There are 9 intercity buses per day from Karlstad to Stockholm. Traveling by bus from Karlstad to Stockholm usually takes around 4 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 7 minutes.

Distance160 mi (258 km)
Shortest duration4h 7m
Cheapest price$19.06
Trips per day9
Most frequent serviceVY Bus4You
Bus lines2

How much is a bus ticket from Karlstad to Stockholm?

$24.41 is the average price of a bus ticket from Karlstad to Stockholm. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Monthly average prices

$68$54$41$27$14AMJJASONDJFM

The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in January. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just $29 – the lowest of the year.

Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Karlstad to Stockholm in July, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to $48 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.

What bus companies travel from Karlstad to Stockholm?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Karlstad to Stockholm that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, VY Bus4You usually offers more choice, with 7 scheduled trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus34h 13m$26.57
VY Bus4You74h 47m$37.41
  • First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 3 trips from Karlstad to Stockholm, and usually makes the trip in about 4 hours and 13 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.

  • Book VY Bus4You from Karlstad to Stockholm from $28. There are 7 VY Bus4You schedules from Karlstad to Stockholm and you can expect on average to pay for a VY Bus4You ticket to Stockholm. In Karlstad, VY Bus4You departs to Stockholm from Drottninggatan 43 and 1 other station. In Stockholm, VY Bus4You arrives at Stockholm C (FlixTrain) and no other station.

    An average trip on VY Bus4You from Karlstad to Stockholm takes 4 hours and 47 minutes , while the fastest available VY Bus4You trip will get you to Stockholm in 4 hours and 7 minutes .

    On weekends, VY Bus4You offers 8 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Stockholm.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 258 kilometers from Karlstad to Stockholm. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 7 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

"Because many passengers travel from Karlstad to Stockholm at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Stockholm, book your ticket for the last day of the week."

The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Karlstad to Stockholm, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 9 scheduled buses that travel from Karlstad to Stockholm every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Karlstad to Stockholm without transferring.

City Information

Stockholm

Sitting atop an archipelago that leads to the Baltic Sea, Stockholm is one of the most beautiful cities in the Scandinavian countries. Boasting several rivers, waterways, and islands, the city offers many scenic locations for curious tourists. One of the city’s star attractions is the famous Old Town quarter, which was founded in 1252. The area features cobblestone streets as well as winding alleyways and colorful quaint houses with characteristic Scandinavian architecture. If you are interested in some history lessons, check out the Vasa Museum, which is completely housed in a sunken warship. For nature-lovers, don’t hesitate to visit Djurgården, which is an island located close to the city center and reachable by ferries. The island is a big green oasis that boasts a wide range of activities such as hiking, strolling, and picnicking.

Some of the most notable restaurants in Stockholm include Stockholm Gastabud and Agrikultur, both of which offer authentic Swedish dishes. For fusion dishes, don’t hesitate to check out Frantzen.

Stockholm Central Station is the principal hub for both bus and train travel in and out of the city, offering access to other Swedish, Norwegian, and Danish destinations. The main airport is the Stockholm Arlanda Airport, 23 miles north of Stockholm.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Karlstad?

Main departure station: Drottninggatan 43

Karlstad has two bus stations with service to Stockholm.

All bus stations in Karlstad:

  • Drottninggatan 43

  • Central station

Where does the bus arrive in Stockholm?

Stockholm Central  - SESTMDEDBN-0

Image credit: Hugh Llewelyn

Link to image attribution

Main arrival station: Stockholm C (FlixTrain)

Stockholm Central is a large transit complex and the center of railway transportation services in Stockholm. The palatial station first opened in 1871, and while its historic facade has been maintained, the station's interior has modernized significantly. If you take the metro from Central, don't miss the vivid murals in the subway tunnels. Besides the local metro, the station serves long-distance trains and commuter trains, plus intercity bus service from the adjacent Cityterminalen stop. The sprawling complex includes a wide shopping hall under arched ceilings, restaurants, luggage lockers, restrooms, and plenty of seating. Be sure to arrive with plenty of extra time to find your platform in the massive station while gawking at some of the architecture along the way.

Bus stations in Stockholm:

  • Stockholm C (FlixTrain)

  • Stockholm Central Train Station

Get around town with Moovit

Download Moovit to see all of your local transit options in Stockholm. Download here

Need a return trip from Stockholm to Karlstad?

Search Bus Tickets

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.

Book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.

Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more

iPhone
Android
Available on iOS & Android