How to travel from Arvika to Växjö, Sweden

The distance between Arvika and Växjö is around 449km (279 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 4h 35m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Arvika to Växjö by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out VäxjöArvika if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Karlstad Centralstation and then to Alvesta station.

  • Duration4h 35m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    SEK 470($44)
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Multiple train operators

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Lillestrøm stasjon then fly from Oslo (OSL) to Copenhagen (CPH) then take the train to Växjö station.

  • Duration5h 50m
  • Flight time1h 15m
  • Typical cost
    SEK 1,235($115)
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Train and Bus

Take the train to Karlstad Centralstation then take the bus to Bankeryd Attarpsvägen then take the train to Växjö station.

  • Duration6h 5m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    SEK 510($48)
Operated by

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1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

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Drive

Drive to Växjö.

  • Duration5h 30m
  • Distance449km (279 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Arvika and Växjö

There are several options for getting from Arvika to Växjö by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around SEK 470 ($44) and will take around 4h 35m.

The distance between Arvika and Växjö is around 449km (279 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 345km (214 miles)

It takes around 4h 35m to get from Arvika and Växjö by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 5h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Arvika to Växjö is to take the train which takes around 4h 35m and will set you back approx SEK 470 ($44).

The cheapest way to travel between Arvika and Växjö, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around SEK 470 ($44) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Arvika and Växjö. It typically takes around 4h 35m and departs twice a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Arvika to Växjö. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Karlstad Centralstation and Alvesta station. These services run twice a week and will take a minimum of 4h 35m.

Värmlandstrafik, Norwegian Railways, Swedish Railways and Tågab run train services between Arvika and Växjö. Trains depart twice a week and will take around 4h 35m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Arvika and Växjö. We recommend that you take the train to Karlstad Centralstation and then to Alvesta station. instead which will take 4h 35m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Arvika to Växjö. We recommend that you take the train to Lillestrøm stasjon then fly from Oslo (OSL) to Copenhagen (CPH) then take the train to Växjö station. instead which will take 5h 50m.

The closest major airport to Växjö is Kallinge Airport (RNB) (RNB) which is approximately 74km (46 miles) from Växjö. Kalmar Oland Airport (KLR) (KLR) and Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport (GOT) (GOT) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Arvika and Växjö. The distance is around 449km (279 miles) by road and it will take around 5h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Arvika to Växjö is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 35m and will usually cost around SEK 470 ($44).

How do I get from Arvika to Växjö

Compare travel optionsbetween Arvika and Växjö

Transport options from Arvika to Växjö
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
4h 35m
SEK 470($44)
twice a week475km (295 miles)
Train and Plane
5h 50m
SEK 1,235($115)
twice daily923km (574 miles)
Train and Bus + 1 similar
6h 5m
SEK 510($48)
twice a week461km (286 miles)
Bus and Train6h 15m
SEK 895($84)
once daily500km (311 miles)
Drive
5h 30m
SEK 895($84)
on demand449km (279 miles)

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Airports near Växjö

The following major airports near Växjö offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Sweden and internationally.

RNB
Kallinge Airport (RNB)
Domestic Airport
Distance
74km (46 miles) from Växjö
KLR
Kalmar Oland Airport (KLR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
93km (58 miles) from Växjö
GOT
Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport (GOT)
International Airport
Distance
175km (109 miles) from Växjö