Transfers to/from Stockholm

Stockholm has three airports: Skavsta airport, which is located about 100 km south of the city; Arlanda airport, about 45 km away; and finally, Bromma airport, about 8 km from the city center. But don't be guided by distance alone. For example, Arlanda airport is the largest and receives the most travelers, so buying bus tickets to Arlanda airport is probably the best option for you. Let's go there!

Arlanda Airport is Sweden's main international airport: it is the largest and busiest airport in the country, so it is quite likely that this is where you will land when traveling to the Swedish capital. The airport has 3 terminals, to give you an idea of its dimensions.

Therefore, an airport that receives so many travelers, also has resources to facilitate their transportation to the city center. Below, I will tell you what are the best options to get from Arlanda airport to the center of the Swedish capital. By the way! If you have not yet planned your visit, I recommend you to participate in one of the best tours of Stockholm, after you have arrived at your place of accommodation.

From Arlanda to central Stockholm by train

The Arlanda Express is the fastest way to get to central Stockholm from Arlanda Airport. These trains are renowned for their punctuality.

In addition, the seats are comfortable and spacious, and during the trip you will have access to free Wi-Fi. At the airport itself, you'll find directions to the platform, and then the train will drop you off at Stockholm Central Station, within walking distance of many tourist sites and some of the city's top hotels.

Interesting details

• Travel time: about 20 minutes.
• Price: approximately25 euros per person. The price varies depending on the type of ticket, whether you buy a voucher or a single ticket, etc.
• Advantages of using this method: it is ideal if you are in a hurry.
• How to book this transport: through the Arlanda Express website.

Getting to central Stockholm by bus

The bus ride is a bit longer, but more affordable, so if you are not in a hurry, this option is as comfortable as the train, but a bit cheaper. This bus also has Wi-Fi and air conditioning. One more reason to opt for this option is that buses leave every 10 minutes, more frequently than trains.

By booking your Arlanda-Stockholm bus tickets in advance you will only have to show your bus ticket to the driver when boarding the bus, it's that easy. Also, since there are usually a lot of people waiting for the bus, booking in advance is definitely the best option.

When you arrive at the airport, you can find the bus dock by following the signs that you will see with the name Flygbussarna.

Interesting details

• Travel time: approximately 47 minutes.
• Price: from 18 euros per person.
• Advantages of using this method: it has 24 hour service, so whatever time you arrive, you will have your transport ready to take you to your accommodation.
• How to book this transportation: you can buy online or in person at the airport before boarding the bus.

Private transportation: cab or VTC

If you want your journey between the airport and your accommodation in Stockholm to be comfortable and smooth, and you don't mind paying more, private transportation is your best option.

With a cab or VTC service ( Uber-like private vehicles), you won't have to worry about buying tickets or missing your ride. These services are available outside the arrivals terminal. If you have booked a chauffeur service, he may be waiting for you with a sign with your name on it (like in the movies).

Still, to keep an eye out for the driver if your flight is late, and if you don't want to make the ride too expensive by booking in advance, you can simply check the VTC app you use and choose a ride, or catch a cab at the terminal exit.

Interesting details

• Duration of the trip: about 45 minutes, approximately.
• Price: from 50 euros.
• Advantages of using this method: it will drop you off at the door of your hotel.
• How to book this transport: depending on the private service you choose, you can make the reservation on their website.

This is the closest airport to the center of Stockholm, so if you land here, the drive to the city center will be short, whichever option you choose.

This airport mainly receives domestic flights and some international flights from certain European cities. It is smaller than Arlanda airport, but it is ideal if you plan to travel to other Swedish cities, since it connects, for example, with Gothenburg, Umeå or Malmö.

If you have chosen this airport because your trip has more stops, and you will spend less time in the capital, you may be interested in knowing what to do in Stockholm in 2 days. or less. That said, I'm going to tell you how to get from Bromma to the city center.

Getting to the center of Stockholm by bus

From Bromma airport, there are two bus lines, 152 and 129, that will take you to Sundbybergs Centrum, a metro station close to the airport. Both means of transport will take you to Stockholm Central Station.

If you don't feel like transferring, you can take a Flygbussarna bus from the airport, which will take you directly to the Central Station.

There are 3 buses leaving the airport every hour, so in this case I recommend you to buy your tickets when you arrive, as you will most likely have time to do it quietly.

Details of interest

• Duration of the trip: about 20 minutes.
• Price: between 4 and 10 euros.
• Advantages of using this method: you can arrive by bus to this station, and here you can transfer to the metro or train that you can take at the same place.
• How to book this transport: Through the website of SL, the transport company that manages these bus lines.

From Sundbyberg to Stockholm Central Station by train or subway

To get from Bromma airport to Sundbyberg station, the fastest option is bus 152. Once at the station, you have two options: take the train or the subway.

The line you will have to take in the case of choosing the subway is number 10, and it will be line number 43 or 44 in the case of the train and the price is very similar. So, with this information, the decision is up to you.

Details of interest

• Travel time: the metro from Sundbyberg to central Stockholm takes about 13 minutes, and the train takes about 8 minutes.
• Price: approximately 5 euros.
• Advantages of using this method: the frequency of trains and subway is 15 minutes.
• How to book this transport: you depend on the bus to get to the station, so I recommend buying your tickets there.

Private transportation from Bromma to central Stockholm

In this case, the cab or VTC will not be as expensive as from Arlanda airport, as the distance is much shorter. If there is an airport where you can afford to take a cab to the center of Stockholm without spending too much, it is Bromma.

Interesting details

• Travel time: about 25 minutes.
• Price: about 12 euros, approximately.
• Advantages of using this method: it is an affordable price that compensates for the convenience of going in a private transport with your luggage in the trunk.
• How to book this transport: on the website or app of the VTC service of your choice, or at the cab rank at Bromma airport.

Skavsta Airport is also an international airport, and is located 100 kilometers from Stockholm. Aircraft from airlines such as Ryanair and Wizzair mainly land here.

If you have chosen this airport because you have more days to travel, you may be interested in what to do in Stockholm in 3 days or more.

By train from Skavsta to the center of Stockholm

To get from this airport to the center of Stockholm, you will first have to get to Nyköping train station, which is 7 kilometers from the airport. You can get there by cab or by bus, taking lines 515 or 715. Allow plenty of time for any possible delays to your flight.

Interesting details

• Duration of the trip: approximately one hour.
• Price: from 16 euros per person.
• Advantages of using this method: since there are two lines available, you will never have to wait long.
• How to book this transport: on the Resrobot website.

Make your way from Skavsta by bus

In the case of buses connecting Skavsta airport with Stockholm, we can also find the service of the company Flygbussarna. However, the frequency with which the route is made is somewhat scarce: every 4 hours.

There is another bus company that also offers routes from Skavsta airport, Flixbus. They depart 4 times a day, and the price and duration of the trip is similar.

My recommendation is that you calculate what your arrival time will be, taking into account possible delays, and see what timetable suits you best, so you do not have to wait too long.

Details of interest

• Duration of the trip: 1 hour and 20 minutes, approximately.
• Price: from 12 euros.
• Advantages of using this method: it is the cheapest way from this airport.
• How to book this transport: from the website of any of the two companies that offer these buses: Flixbus and Flygbussarna.

Private transport from Skavsta to Stockholm city center

Given the distance from this airport to the Swedish capital, cabs can be quite expensive. So, in case you want private transportation, renting a car will be much cheaper. If you dare to drive on Swedish roads, it can be an interesting way to get to the center of Stockholm.

Interesting details

• Travel time: approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
• Price: for a minimum of 130 euros for a cab and from 60 euros for a rental car.
• Advantages of using this method: comfort and privacy.
• How to book this transportation: at any of the companies that offer car rental services at the airport, such as Budget or ACE.

The transfer from the airport to downtown Stockholm is just the beginning of your trip. But what about the rest of the trips during your time in the city? I recommend you buy your Stockholm Go City All-Inclusive Pass, which includes admission to numerous tourist sites and travel by bus and boat for the days you choose.

In addition, if you want to move around the city, for example, by metro, you can also get the Stockholm Travelcard, with which you can travel unlimited public transport in the city for the time you choose.

Rocío's Traveller Tip

Check that at those hours there are buses or trains available or, if you are going to opt for private transport, leave it closed before so that later you do not have to worry about arriving on time, especially during the return to the airport.

And my last recommendation, if you are going to buy tickets just after arriving at the airport, is that you already have Swedish kronor in your pocket. Although you can usually pay by card, I recommend that you already have cash in kroner so that you are in the situation of having to find a place to change before you can buy your tickets or have to pay a cab driver. In Sweden there are already places where cash is not accepted, but it is a good precaution to carry some just in case.