How much does a bus ticket from Karlstad to Stockholm cost?

The bus ticket price from Karlstad to Stockholm starts at US$19. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Karlstad to Stockholm is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Karlstad to Stockholm?

The average travel time between Karlstad and Stockholm is around 5h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 260 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Karlstad and Stockholm?

The number of buses from Karlstad to Stockholm can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Karlstad to Stockholm by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Karlstad to Stockholm?

When taking the bus from Karlstad to Stockholm, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Vy Buss.

Bus Karlstad to Stockholm from US$15 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Karlstad to Stockholm on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:20	Karlstad Centralstation	4h 25m	16:45	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Cheapest
11:15	Drottninggatan	4h 10m	15:25	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Fastest
12:30	Karlstad Busstation	4h 15m	16:45	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags
11:15	Drottninggatan	7h 5m	18:20	Skavsta Flygplats	No tags
15:50	Karlstad Busstation	4h 30m	20:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags

Next departures from Karlstad to Stockholm on 1 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Cheapest
11:15	Drottninggatan	4h 10m	15:25	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Fastest
02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags
11:15	Drottninggatan	7h 5m	18:20	Skavsta Flygplats	No tags
08:00	Karlstad Busstation	4h 15m	12:15	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags

Next departures from Karlstad to Stockholm on 2 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Cheapest
07:55	Drottninggatan	4h 10m	12:05	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Fastest
02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags
07:55	Drottninggatan	7h 25m	15:20	Skavsta Flygplats	No tags
06:10	Karlstad Busstation	4h 30m	10:40	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags

Next departures from Karlstad to Stockholm on 3 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:15	Drottninggatan	4h 15m	13:30	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Cheapest
11:15	Drottninggatan	4h 10m	15:25	Stockholm Cityterminalen	Fastest
02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags
11:15	Drottninggatan	7h 5m	18:20	Skavsta Flygplats	No tags
02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags

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

Next departures from Karlstad to Stockholm on 5 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:15	Drottninggatan	4h 10m	15:25	Stockholm Cityterminalen	CheapestFastest
02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags
11:15	Drottninggatan	7h 5m	18:20	Skavsta Flygplats	No tags
02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags
11:15	Drottninggatan	6h 25m	17:40	Stockholm Arlanda Airport Terminal 5	No tags

Next departures from Karlstad to Stockholm on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:15	Drottninggatan	4h 10m	15:25	Stockholm Cityterminalen	CheapestFastest
02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags
11:15	Drottninggatan	7h 5m	18:20	Skavsta Flygplats	No tags
02:00	Karlstad Busstation	5h 20m	07:20	Stockholm Cityterminalen	No tags
16:20	Drottninggatan	8h	00:20	Skavsta Flygplats	No tags

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

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:40 AM CET.

Get from Karlstad to Stockholm

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

5h 15mAverage duration

259 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Karlstad to Stockholm: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$32

Average bus trip duration5h 15m

Number of daily buses14

Earliest bus departure01:05

Distance259 km

Latest bus departure23:40

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 127 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Vy Buss

4/550 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4

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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Karlstad to Stockholm Bus

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Bus service from Karlstad to Stockholm will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Stockholm from Karlstad, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

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 on the trip Karlstad - Stockholm

How much does a bus ticket from Karlstad to Stockholm cost?
The bus ticket price from Karlstad to Stockholm starts at US$19. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Karlstad to Stockholm is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Karlstad to Stockholm?
The average travel time between Karlstad and Stockholm is around 5h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 260 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Karlstad and Stockholm?
The number of buses from Karlstad to Stockholm can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Karlstad to Stockholm by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Karlstad to Stockholm?
When taking the bus from Karlstad to Stockholm, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Vy Buss.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

29/10

US$31

30/10

US$30

Today

US$33

01/11

US$33

02/11

US$25

03/11

US$22

04/11

US$20

05/11

US$18

The cheapest trip from Karlstad to Stockholm was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$18

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 US$18 to US$86 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 US$18, which is on 2025-11-05.

Usually FlixBus, 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Karlstad and Stockholm!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Karlstad to Stockholm, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Karlstad to Stockholm.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Karlstad to Stockholm while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Karlstad by bus?

Bus from Stockholm to Karlstad

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