How to travel from Karlstad to Linköping, Sweden

The distance between Karlstad and Linköping is around 215km (134 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 30m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Karlstad to Linköping by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train

Take the train to Mjölby station.

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    SEK 225($21)
Operated by

Tågab

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Bus

Take the bus to Linköping Bus Station.

  • Duration8h 15m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    SEK 905($85)
Operated by

Vy Buss

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Drive

Drive to Linköping.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Distance215km (134 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Karlstad and Linköping

There are several options for getting from Karlstad to Linköping by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around SEK 225 ($21) and will take around 2h 30m.

The distance between Karlstad and Linköping is around 215km (134 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 163km (101 miles)

It takes around 2h 30m to get from Karlstad and Linköping by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Karlstad to Linköping is to take the train which takes around 2h 30m and will set you back approx SEK 225 ($21).

The cheapest way to travel between Karlstad and Linköping, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around SEK 225 ($21) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Karlstad and Linköping. It typically takes around 2h 30m and departs once a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Karlstad to Linköping. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Mjölby station. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 2h 30m.

Tågab run train services between Karlstad and Linköping. Trains depart once a week and will take around 2h 30m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Karlstad and Linköping. It typically takes around 8h 15m and departs twice a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Karlstad and Linköping with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice a week and takes 8h 15m.

Vy Buss run regular bus services between Karlstad and Linköping. Buses run twice a week and take around 8h 15m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Karlstad to Linköping. We recommend that you take the train to Mjölby station. instead which will take 2h 30m.

The closest major airport to Linköping is Linkoping City Airport (LPI) (LPI) which is approximately 2km (1 miles) from Linköping. Stockholm Bromma Airport (BMA) (BMA) and Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) (ARN) 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 Karlstad and Linköping. The distance is around 215km (134 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Karlstad to Linköping is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 30m and will usually cost around SEK 225 ($21).

How do I get from Karlstad to Linköping

Compare travel optionsbetween Karlstad and Linköping

Transport options from Karlstad to Linköping
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 30m
SEK 225($21)
once a week251km (156 miles)
Bus
8h 15m
SEK 905($85)
twice a week563km (350 miles)
Drive
2h 55m
SEK 435($41)
on demand215km (134 miles)

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Airports near Linköping

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

LPI
Linkoping City Airport (LPI)
Domestic Airport
Distance
2km (1 miles) from Linköping
BMA
Stockholm Bromma Airport (BMA)
International Airport
Distance
170km (106 miles) from Linköping
ARN
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
International Airport
Distance
191km (119 miles) from Linköping