How far is Stockholm from Karlstad by coach?

The journey from Karlstad to Stockholm by coach covers an approximate distance of 161 miles (260 km).

Is there a way to reach Stockholm from Karlstad without a car?

The best way to go from Karlstad to Stockholm without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Karlstad to Stockholm from £12 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Karlstad to Stockholm on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:10	Karlstad Busstation	4h 30m	10:40	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Cheapest
Bus	11:15	Drottninggatan	4h 10m	15:25	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Fastest
Bus	02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags
Bus	11:15	Drottninggatan	7h 5m	18:20	Skavsta Flygplats	No tags
Bus	02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags

Next departures from Karlstad to Stockholm on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:20	Drottninggatan	4h 15m	20:35	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Cheapest
Bus	11:15	Drottninggatan	4h 10m	15:25	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Fastest
Bus	02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags
Bus	11:15	Drottninggatan	7h 5m	18:20	Skavsta Flygplats	No tags
Bus	02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags

Next departures from Karlstad to Stockholm on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Cheapest
Bus	11:15	Drottninggatan	4h 10m	15:25	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Fastest
Bus	02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags
Bus	11:15	Drottninggatan	7h 5m	18:20	Skavsta Flygplats	No tags
Bus	06:10	Karlstad Busstation	4h 30m	10:40	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags

Next departures from Karlstad to Stockholm on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:20	Drottninggatan	4h 15m	20:35	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Cheapest
Bus	11:15	Drottninggatan	4h 10m	15:25	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Fastest
Bus	02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags
Bus	11:15	Drottninggatan	7h 5m	18:20	Skavsta Flygplats	No tags
Bus	02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags

Next departures from Karlstad to Stockholm on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:15	Drottninggatan	4h 15m	13:30	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Cheapest
Bus	11:15	Drottninggatan	4h 10m	15:25	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Fastest
Bus	02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags
Bus	11:15	Drottninggatan	7h 5m	18:20	Skavsta Flygplats	No tags
Bus	02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags

Next departures from Karlstad to Stockholm on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:15	Drottninggatan	4h 15m	13:30	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Cheapest
Bus	11:15	Drottninggatan	4h 10m	15:25	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Fastest
Bus	02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags
Bus	11:15	Drottninggatan	7h 5m	18:20	Skavsta Flygplats	No tags
Bus	02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:06 CET.

Get from Karlstad to Stockholm

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

4h 30mAverage duration

161 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Vy Buss

4/552 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4.1

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the comfort of the bus and praising the drivers for their kindness. The driving experience was particularly appreciated, with one user noting a memorable introduction by a female driver who enhanced their journey. Overall, these reviews reflect satisfaction with both service quality and staff professionalism.

Vy Buss Karlstad Stockholm recent customer reviews

The lady who drove us was the best.😁 i liked her inroduction and the driving experience🙏🏽

William G.

15 November 2024

Bus was comfortably, driver was kind, everything was nice!

Olena A.

13 June 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Karlstad and Stockholm?

Stops in Karlstad

A - Drottninggatan

Stops in Stockholm

A - Cityterminalen

B - Östra Järnvägsgatan

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Karlstad to Stockholm

How far is Stockholm from Karlstad by coach?
The journey from Karlstad to Stockholm by coach covers an approximate distance of 161 miles (260 km).
Is there a way to reach Stockholm from Karlstad without a car?
The best way to go from Karlstad to Stockholm without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

16/11

£22

17/11

£16

Today

£15

19/11

£21

20/11

£14

21/11

£19

22/11

£15

23/11

£16

The cheapest trip from Karlstad to Stockholm was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Karlstad to Stockholm as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £14 to £101 for a bus ticket from Karlstad to Stockholm based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually Vy Buss will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.