The cheapest and fastest trains from Linköping to Stockholm
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
46
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linköping to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linköping to Stockholm will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 46 trains that leave Linköping for Stockholm on Sun, Feb 22, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Feb 22 the direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
On Sun, Feb 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
3942 Snälltåget
270 SJ
290 SJ
539 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+
290 SJ
546 X 2000
546 X 2000
526 X 2000
530 X 2000
534 X 2000
542 X 2000Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Linköping to Stockholm
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linköping to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 174 km
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Live departures
Linköping to Stockholm train times
The table below shows live departures for Linköping to Stockholm trains for today, Saturday, February 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
532 X 2000 | 11:54 AM Linköping Central Station | 1h42 | 1:36 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
539 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 534 X 2000 | 11:55 AM Linköping | 2h40 | 2:35 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
278 SJ | 12:29 PM Linköping Central Station | 1h56 | 2:25 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
530 Östgötatrafiken · 539 Östgötatrafiken+ 536 X 2000 | 12:55 PM Linköping | 2h41 | 3:36 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
530 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 536 X 2000 | 12:55 PM Linköping | 2h41 | 3:36 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
534 X 2000 | 12:57 PM Linköping Central Station | 1h38 | 2:35 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
572 Östgötatrafiken+ 282 SJ | 1:29 PM Linköping | 2h56 | 4:25 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
536 X 2000 | 1:54 PM Linköping Central Station | 1h42 | 3:36 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
30 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken+ 538 X 2000 | 1:55 PM Linköping | 2h42 | 4:37 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
282 SJ | 2:25 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h00 | 4:25 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
530 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 286 SJ | 2:55 PM Linköping | 3h27 | 6:22 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
539 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 286 SJ | 2:55 PM Linköping | 3h27 | 6:22 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
538 X 2000 | 2:58 PM Linköping Central Station | 1h39 | 4:37 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
12152 Mälartåg+ 440 X 2000 | 3:10 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h31 | 5:41 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
572 Östgötatrafiken+ 286 SJ | 3:30 PM Linköping | 2h52 | 6:22 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
30 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken+ 542 X 2000 | 3:55 PM Linköping | 2h40 | 6:35 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
286 SJ | 4:25 PM Linköping Central Station | 1h57 | 6:22 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
530 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 544 X 2000 | 4:55 PM Linköping | 2h39 | 7:34 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
542 X 2000 | 4:57 PM Linköping Central Station | 1h38 | 6:35 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
539 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 546 X 2000 | 5:24 PM Linköping | 3h11 | 8:35 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
544 X 2000 | 5:56 PM Linköping Central Station | 1h38 | 7:34 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
572 Östgötatrafiken+ 550 X 2000 | 6:30 PM Linköping | 4h06 | 10:36 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
546 X 2000 | 6:57 PM Linköping Central Station | 1h38 | 8:35 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3942 Snälltåget | 7:21 PM Linköping Central Station | 1h56 | 9:17 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
530 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 550 X 2000 | 7:25 PM Linköping | 3h11 | 10:36 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
550 X 2000 | 8:54 PM Linköping Central Station | 1h42 | 10:36 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, February 22 | |||||
8706 Östgötatrafiken+ 222 Mälartåg | 5:15 AM Linköping Central Station | 2h59 | 8:14 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
530 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken · 8712 Östgötatrafiken+ 224 Mälartåg | 6:19 AM Linköping | 2h55 | 9:14 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3 transfers | |
8712 Östgötatrafiken+ 224 Mälartåg | 6:45 AM Linköping Central Station | 2h29 | 9:14 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
12120 Mälartåg · 928 Mälartåg | 7:10 AM Linköping Central Station | 2h54 | 10:04 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
539 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 526 X 2000 | 7:54 AM Linköping | 2h41 | 10:35 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
539 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken+ 526 X 2000 | 7:54 AM Linköping | 2h41 | 10:35 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
555 Östgötatrafiken · 2 Östgötatrafiken+ 12128 Mälartåg+ 7040 Tågab | 8:00 AM Linköping | 3h29 | 11:29 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3 transfers | |
572 Östgötatrafiken+ 528 X 2000 | 8:29 AM Linköping | 3h07 | 11:36 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
270 SJ | 8:29 AM Linköping Central Station | 1h56 | 10:25 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
530 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 528 X 2000 | 8:54 AM Linköping | 2h42 | 11:36 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
530 Östgötatrafiken · 539 Östgötatrafiken+ 528 X 2000 | 8:54 AM Linköping | 2h42 | 11:36 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
526 X 2000 | 8:57 AM Linköping Central Station | 1h38 | 10:35 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
12128 Mälartåg+ 7040 Tågab | 9:10 AM Linköping Central Station | 2h19 | 11:29 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
528 X 2000 | 9:54 AM Linköping Central Station | 1h42 | 11:36 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
30 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken+ 530 X 2000 | 9:54 AM Linköping | 2h38 | 12:32 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
274 SJ | 10:28 AM Linköping Central Station | 1h57 | 12:25 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
530 X 2000 | 10:54 AM Linköping Central Station | 1h38 | 12:32 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
530 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 532 X 2000 | 10:55 AM Linköping | 2h41 | 1:36 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
3940 Snälltåget | 11:21 AM Linköping Central Station | 1h56 | 1:17 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
276 SJ | 11:28 AM Linköping Central Station | 1h57 | 1:25 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
572 Östgötatrafiken+ 278 SJ | 11:29 AM Linköping | 2h56 | 2:25 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Linköping to Stockholm
Trains from Linköping to Stockholm run on average 73 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 174 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 174 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 73 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: SJ, Snälltåget, Malartag, Tågab, Lanstrafiken, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Linköping to Stockholm trainsSJ, Snälltåget, Malartag, Tågab, Lanstrafiken, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Linköping and Stockholm from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Linköping to Stockholm
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linköping to Stockholm by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stockholm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Linköping to Stockholm
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Short stay parking is available nearby.
- Restaurant Hamlet
- Yogi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 10
- Clarion Collection Hotel Slottsparken
- Scandic Linköping City
- Elite Stora Hotellet
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Stockholm, Malmö, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Södra stambanan line
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- Luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
- Burger King
- Caffe Ritazza
- Blueberry Tunnelgången
- Espresso House
- Holy Monkey
- Icha Icha
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Sushi Yama
- O'Learys
- & many more
- Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
- Freys Hotel
- Nordic Light Hotel
- Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
- Metro lines: 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19
- Bus lines: 53, 54, 516, 812C, 813C, Flygbussarna
- Tram lines: 7
- Train lines: Dala Line, Northern Main Line, East Coast Line, SJ X2000, 40, 41, 42X, 43, 43X, 44, Arlanda Express, FLX
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