Trains in Sweden

The fast and modern Swedish trains will show you every corner of this majestic country. Travel comfortably between Stockholm, Malmö, Gothenburg and many more cities. Go as far north as north goes, well above the Arctic Circle, and see some of Europe's most spectacular sights!

Train types in Sweden

The extensive Swedish railway network is run by SJ. Modern trains travel regularly between the cities in Sweden, offering both comfort and stunning views from the train window. You can find Swedish train times in the Interrail timetable.

Trains in Sweden

SJ Regional and InterCity (R, IC)

Regional trains throughout Sweden

SJ High-speed train (Snabbtåg)

Fast connections between the bigger cities

Inlandsbanan scenic train

Travels all the way up to the Arctic Circle
Fully included in your Interrail Pass

SJ Night train (NT)

Domestic routes within Sweden
International route to Narvik (Norway)

Snälltåget night train

Travels between Malmö and ski resort Åre
Operates a night train to Berlin in summer

Private railway companies in Sweden

Most of them are included in your Interrail Pass
See the full list of included companies

Bicycles are not allowed on Swedish trains, unless they're foldable and can be carried as hand luggage.

Reservations for trains in Sweden

Which trains in Sweden require reservations?

SJ High-speed train: Approximately €7 (SEK 62) in 2^nd class and €17 (SEK 150) in 1^st class
SJ Night train: Fees depend on destination and type of seat/bed booked.
Snälltåget night train: Fees depend on destination and type of seat/bed booked.

Reservations highly recommended for long journeys

SJ Regional and InterCity trains (R, IC): Approximately 3 euros (SEK 27 in local currency)
Inlandsbanan scenic train: Approximately 5.30 euros (SEK 50 in local currency)

How can I make reservations for trains in Sweden?

Through our Reservation Service
Through the Rail Planner App
Through the SJ website
At a ticket desk or self-service machine at Swedish train stations

Domestic connections in Sweden

These are the average travel times between Sweden's most important cities. Reservations are optional for all of these train journeys.

Route	Travel time
Stockholm to Gothenburg	3 hours
Stockholm to Kiruna (Night train via Sundsvall)	17hr 30min
Stockholm to Malmö	4hr 30min
Stockholm to Sundsvall	3hr 50min

International train connections to and from Sweden

Route	Which train?	Travel time	Reservations
Stockholm to Copenhagen (Denmark)	SJ high-speed	5hr 13min	Required
Stockholm (via Copenhagen, Denmark) to Hamburg (Germany)	SJ high-speed + InterCity	14hr 10min	Required
Stockholm to Oslo (Norway)	SJ high-speed	5hr	Required

Sweden rail passes

Interrail Pass options for Sweden

Interrail Sweden Pass

See the natural wonders of Sweden by rail.
Youth discounts, as well as family and senior discounts.
Additional benefits include up to 50% discount on ferry crossings to Denmark, Germany and Norway.
Prices from € 148

View Sweden Passes

Interrail Global Pass

Travel by train as much as you like in up to 33 European countries including Sweden.
Discounts available for youth, seniors and families.
Prices from € 185

View Global Passes