How to travel from Stockholm to Uppsala, Sweden

The distance between Stockholm and Uppsala is around 65km (40 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 38min.

5 routes found

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

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

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Train

Take the train to Uppsala Centralstation.

  • Duration38min
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    SEK 190($18)
Operated bySwedish Railways+ 3 others
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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Uppsala.

  • Duration55min
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    SEK 150($14)
Operated by

Tapanis Buss

+ 2 others

1 similiar route

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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Uppsala.

  • Duration54min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    SEK 1,275($120)
Operated by

Top Cab

+ 3 others
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car
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Drive

Drive to Uppsala.

  • Duration54min
  • Distance70km (43 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Stockholm and Uppsala

There are several options for getting from Stockholm to Uppsala by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around SEK 150 ($14) and will take around 55min. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 38min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately SEK 190 ($18).

The distance between Stockholm and Uppsala is around 65km (40 miles).

It takes around 38min to get from Stockholm and Uppsala by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 54min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Stockholm to Uppsala is to take the train which takes around 38min and will set you back approx SEK 190 ($18).

The cheapest way to travel between Stockholm and Uppsala, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around SEK 150 ($14) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Stockholm and Uppsala. It typically takes around 38min and departs every 30 mins.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Stockholm and Uppsala with no changeovers required. The train runs every 30 mins and takes 38min.

Swedish Railways, Mälartåg, SL and Snälltåget run train services between Stockholm and Uppsala. Trains depart every 30 mins and will take around 38min, 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 Stockholm and Uppsala. It typically takes around 55min and departs twice a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Stockholm and Uppsala with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice a week and takes 55min.

Tapanis Buss, Flygbussarna, FlixBus and UL run regular bus services between Stockholm and Uppsala. Buses run twice a week and take around 55min on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Stockholm to Uppsala. We recommend that you take the train to Uppsala Centralstation. instead which will take 38min.

The closest major airport to Uppsala is Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) (ARN) which is approximately 28km (18 miles) from Uppsala. Stockholm Bromma Airport (BMA) (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) (NYO) 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 Stockholm and Uppsala. The distance is around 70km (43 miles) by road and it will take around 54min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Stockholm to Uppsala is to take the train which takes, on average, 38min and will usually cost around SEK 190 ($18).

How do I get from Stockholm to Uppsala

Compare travel optionsbetween Stockholm and Uppsala

Transport options from Stockholm to Uppsala
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
38min
SEK 190($18)
every 30 mins65km (40 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
55min
SEK 150($14)
every 4 hours69km (43 miles)
Bus via Arlanda terminal 2-3 buss1h 30m
SEK 190($18)
every 30 mins85km (53 miles)
Taxi
54min
SEK 1,275($120)
on demand70km (43 miles)
Drive
54min
SEK 105($10)
on demand70km (43 miles)

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Airports near Uppsala

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

ARN
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
International Airport
Distance
28km (18 miles) from Uppsala
BMA
Stockholm Bromma Airport (BMA)
International Airport
Distance
59km (36 miles) from Uppsala
NYO
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
126km (78 miles) from Uppsala