How to get from Stockholm to Karlstad
- 251 km as the crow flies
- 12 bus departures a day with FlixBus
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Stockholm to Karlstad. The most useful door-to-door route takes 4h 10m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 251 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
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251 km
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FlixBus·4h 10m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Departures from Stockholm to Karlstad
FlixBus runs 12 scheduled departures a day, the first at 06:00 and the last at 17:45.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 12 | 06:00 | 17:45 |
All departures
- 06:00
- 07:00
- 07:30
- 08:30
- 08:50
- 09:50
- 11:45
- 12:45
- 13:00
- 14:00
- 16:45
- 17:45
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Oct 12
Cheapest fare by day, Stockholm to Karlstad
The lowest fare Omio listed for each day, connections included. Pick a day to see its trips and book.
Train
Fares checked on Mon, Oct 12.
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Stockholm to Karlstad works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Stockholm to Karlstad, about 4h 10m. In total it's roughly €18 over 4h 10m, direct, no transfers.
Stockholm to Karlstad: common questions
How long does it take to get from Stockholm to Karlstad?
The most useful route takes about 4h 10m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Stockholm to Karlstad?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 06:00 and the last at 17:45, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Stockholm to Karlstad?
12 a day with FlixBus, between 06:00 and 17:45.
How far is Karlstad from Stockholm?
About 251 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Stockholm to Karlstad cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €18. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Stockholm to Karlstad?
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Stockholm to Karlstad?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 4 Oct 2026