Stockholm
Fall in love with Europe again by visiting the city of Stockholm by train. Feed your love of adventure with a Eurail Pass and see the fairy tale city of Stockholm.
Sweden By Train
Sweden is an exciting and beautiful country to visit. From charming cities like Stockholm, to seemingly endless natural wonders, your Eurail Sweden Pass will show the very best that this country has to offer. The views from the train, and the stops along the way, will create memories that last a lifetime.
Train types in Sweden
The extensive Swedish railway network is run by SJ. Modern trains travel regularly between the cities in Sweden, offering both comfort and stunning views from the train window. You can find Swedish train times in the Eurail timetable.
Bicycles are not allowed on Swedish trains, unless they're foldable and can be carried as hand luggage.
- Route Map
- Domestic
- International
- Night Trains
- Scenic Trains
- Private Railways
Popular connections
- Domestic routes
- International routes
These are the average travel times between Sweden's most important cities. Reservations are optional for all of these train journeys.
| Route | Travel time |
|---|---|
| Stockholm to Gothenburg | 3h |
| Stockholm to Kiruna (Night train via Sundsvall) |
17h 30m |
| Stockholm to Malmö | 4h 30m |
| Stockholm to Sundsvall | 3h 50m |
Reservations
Eurail reservation self-service system
- Eurail
- RE, IC, HST (X2000), Domestic night trains, EuroNight, Snälltaget
Administration costs when booking through Eurail self-service
- € 2,- p.p.per train
- Additional € 9,- per order (for paper tickets)
With railway carriers
- SJ (Swedish Railways): Domestic and international trains
- X2000, IC
- Snälltåget:
- Stockholm – Copenhagen – Berlin night train
- Stockholm – Malmö – Copenhagen
- Domestic (night) trains
- Also bookable by phone through Snälltåget's Customer Service
An explanation of how each booking platform works can be found here: How do I book my reservations
Get your Pass for Sweden
Sweden Pass
Use your whole vacation to discover Sweden by rail.
Standard prices from $ 184
Global Pass
Explore Sweden and up to 32 other Eurail countries.
Standard prices from $ 233
Scandinavia Pass
Travel by train throughout Finland, Denmark, Sweden, and Norway.
Standard prices from $ 207
Tips and tricks for Sweden
Quick facts
Capital: Stockholm
Population: 9.5 million
Language: Swedish
Currency: Swedish Krona (SEK)
Dialing code: +46
Spelling of city names
On Swedish train timetables and at train stations in Sweden, you'll usually find the local spelling of Swedish cities and stations. Here is the local spelling of some popular Swedish cities:
Gothenburg = Göteborg
Ferry travel and other benefits
With a valid Eurail Pass for Sweden, you'll get discounted travel on ferry routes to the following countries:
- Finland
- Estonia
- Latvia
- Germany
A Eurail Pass valid in Sweden covers free travel on the following routes:
SJ trains directly to and from Copenhagen and Copenhagen airport
- Direct SJ trains from Stockholm to Oslo
Another benefit is access to the SJ lounge at Malmo Station, Gothenburg station, and at Stockholm Central station. See the conditions below:
- Eurail or Interrail Pass for travel in 1st class
- An SJ reservation in 1st or 2nd class valid that same day
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