The cheapest and fastest trains from Umeå to Linköping
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€104
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€117
Fastest journey on Sep 20
11 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
11 h 39 m
Trains on Sep 20
2
Distance
651 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Umeå to Linköping is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Umeå to Linköping will cost around €117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €104.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 trains from Umeå to Linköping, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 651 km distance in an average of 11 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 39 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 11 h 39 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.
8:23 PM11h39Umeå8:02 AMLinköping€1041One-way0 transfers
7:23 PM11h39Umeå7:02 AMLinköping€1301One-way0 transfers
8:23 PM11h39Umeå8:02 AMLinköping€1041One-way0 transfers
7:23 PM11h39Umeå7:02 AMLinköping€1301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Umeå to Linköping
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Umeå to Linköping among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €82 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 9h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €82, while a bus costs an average of €175.
Distance: 651 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€82 Average price Cheapest | €175 Average price | €136 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 53m Average total duration Fastest 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 8m Average total duration 13h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Umeå to Linköping:
A train is €93 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Umeå to Linköping costing on average €175.
Other travel options to Linköping take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 38m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Umeå to Linköping
Trains from Umeå to Linköping run on average 15 times per day, taking around 9h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 651 km distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 651 km |
Average train duration 9h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 8h 45m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: SJ from Umeå to Linköping trainsSJ trains will get you between Umeå and Linköping from €29. 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 Umeå to Linköping
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Umeå to Linköping 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 Linköping, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Umeå to Linköping
Most Umeå to Linköping trains use the Umeå, Centralstation to Linköping Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Umeå and Linköping train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Umeå station do trains to Linköping leave from?
Getting to Umeå, Centralstation from Umeå city centre
Umeå, Centralstation train station facilities and services
Umeå, Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rost Mat & Kaffe, Tapas Bar Deli
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Umeå, Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Umeå, Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Umeå, Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Umeå, Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Umeå, Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Comfort Hotel Winn, Elite Hotel Mimer, Clarion Collection Hotel Uman.
Getting to Umeå östra station from Umeå city centre
Umeå östra station is 2 km from Umeå city centre. Public transport options include:
Umeå östra station train station facilities and services
Umeå östra station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Östra Station, Restaurant Rex
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Umeå östra station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Umeå östra station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Umeå östra station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Umeå östra station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Umeå östra station: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Comfort Hotel Umeå City, Elite Hotel Mimer, Clarion Collection Hotel Uman.
Which Linköping station do trains from Umeå arrive at?
Getting to Linköping Centralstation from Linköping city centre
Linköping Centralstation train station facilities and services
Linköping Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Hamlet, Yogi
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Linköping Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Linköping Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Linköping Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Linköping Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Slottsparken, Scandic Linköping City, Elite Stora Hotellet.
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