To plan how to get from Stockholm-Arlanda Airport to Stockholm, choose a train or bus from the airport into the city, then arrange your onward trip. Arlanda Express is a direct train to Stockholm Central Station; commuter trains and several bus operators provide other options.
- Airport to central Stockholm: Arlanda is approximately 42 km from the city centre.
- Arlanda Express: 18 minutes to Arlanda South and 19 minutes to Arlanda North from Stockholm Central Station.
- SL commuter train: 38 minutes from Arlanda Central Station to Stockholm Central Station.
- Nearby station: Rådmansgatan is about a 7-minute walk away.
Compare Arlanda-to-city transport options
Arlanda Express, SL commuter trains and buses connect the airport with Stockholm, with different stations, journey times and ticket arrangements.
Arlanda Express
This non-stop train runs between Stockholm Central Station and the airport. From the city, it takes 18 minutes to reach Arlanda South, serving Terminals 2, 3 and 4, or 19 minutes to Arlanda North, serving Terminal 5. Trains depart from platforms 1 and 2 at Stockholm Central Station.
Arlanda Express lists an adult one-way ticket for passengers aged 26–64 at SEK 340, or a round-trip ticket at SEK 640. The one-way youth fare for ages 18–25 is SEK 160; the one-way pensioner fare for passengers aged 65 and over is SEK 210, with ID required.
Children aged 0–17 travel free with adult and pensioner ticket holders; children aged 8–17 need a ticket if travelling without an adult.
SL commuter train
SL commuter trains stop at Arlanda Central Station in SkyCity, between Terminals 4 and 5. The journey to Stockholm Central Station takes 38 minutes. Passengers boarding or leaving trains at Arlanda Central Station pay a SEK 157 station fee if it is not included in their ticket. Swedavia says the fee is paid at the ticket gates in SkyCity.
Airport buses
Swedavia lists FlixBus, Vy flygbussarna and Vy bus4you as operators serving Terminals 4 and 5, while SL buses serve SkyCity. Bus departures operate to and from Arlanda around the clock, every day, but stops and departure locations vary by operator and route. Check your ticket or confirmation for the exact stop.
How do you get from Stockholm Central Station to the hotel?
Rådmansgatan station is about a 7-minute walk from the hotel, making it a useful point to consider for the final part of your trip. The airport-train and commuter-train information above takes you to Stockholm Central Station, but the supplied route details do not specify a connection from there. Check your onward route before setting off from the airport.
For a broader introduction to getting around, read the guide to Stockholm public transport. You can also use this one-day Stockholm itinerary to plan time nearby. Staying at Hotel Bema puts the airport about 56 minutes away by car, according to the supplied route information.
Plan for luggage, tickets and late arrivals
Sort out your ticket and departure point before leaving the terminal, especially if you are taking a bus or travelling late.
Swedavia says bus tickets can be bought online in advance through an operator’s website or app; buying onboard is not always possible. Many buses serving Arlanda are adapted for wheelchairs and strollers. For travel by taxi at night, Swedavia recommends pre-booking because taxis may be in short supply at some times due to high demand.
Arlanda Express says single and return tickets are valid for 90 days unless otherwise stated, while Travel Passes are valid for 24 months. Check the terms for the ticket you choose, including any age or ID requirements.
Check your route before travelling
Before you go, check the official site of the operator you plan to use for current fares, timetables and departure details. For buses, confirm the exact stop using your ticket or booking confirmation; for train travel, check the station and terminal that match your route.
Arlanda Express trains leave Stockholm Central Station from platforms 1 and 2, while its airport stops serve different terminal groups. If you are using an SL commuter train, allow for the separate station fee at Arlanda Central Station unless it is already included in your ticket.
FAQs
How long does the Arlanda Express take?
The ride takes 18 minutes to Arlanda South and 19 minutes to Arlanda North from Stockholm Central Station.
Where do buses leave from at Arlanda?
FlixBus, Vy flygbussarna and Vy bus4you serve Terminals 4 and 5, while SL buses serve SkyCity. Exact stops vary, so use the departure location on your ticket or confirmation.
Is there a station fee for the SL commuter train at Arlanda?
Passengers boarding or leaving trains at Arlanda Central Station pay a SEK 157 fee if it is not included in their ticket. The fee is paid at the ticket gates in SkyCity.
Should I book a taxi for a late arrival?
Swedavia recommends pre-booking a taxi at night because availability may be limited at some times due to high demand.