Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Stockholm
The Arlanda Express train reaches Stockholm Central in about 20 minutes. Commuter trains and Flygbussarna airport coaches are cheaper but slower.
Best for most people: Arlanda Express. Fast, frequent and drops you at Stockholm Central, the city's main transport hub.
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| How | Time | How often | Price* | Hours | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| train Arlanda Express non-stop to Stockholm Central | about 18–20 min | every 15 min | about SEK 300–330 single; discounts for groups and young people | about 05:00–01:00 | Pay by contactless card at the gates or buy online. |
| train SL commuter train (pendeltåg) from Arlanda C to Stockholm City | about 40 min | every 30 min | SL fare plus an airport access fee, about SEK 160–180 in all | about 05:00–midnight | Cheaper than Arlanda Express; buy tickets in the SL app or machines. |
| bus Flygbussarna airport coach to Cityterminalen (by Stockholm Central) | about 40–50 min | every 10–20 min | about SEK 120–150; cheaper online | early morning to late night | Has luggage space; stops at some locations on the way. |
| taxi Taxi rank outside each terminal | about 35–45 min | fixed prices to the centre, about SEK 600–750 | 24 h | Use major companies and check the yellow price label on the rear window. |
*Approximate 2026 prices and times. Services change: check the operator before you fly, especially for late arrivals.
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Other airports
- Bromma (BMA): small city airport about 8 km from the centre
- Skavsta (NYO): low-cost airport about 100 km south, linked by Flygbussarna coaches
Tips
- Sweden is largely cashless; cards and phones work almost everywhere.
- Check the yellow price label on taxi windows; prices vary between companies.
- Arlanda Express offers group fares that can be cheaper than the bus for 2–4 people.
- Skavsta is far from Stockholm; check which airport your ticket uses.
Common questions
How much is a taxi from Arlanda to Stockholm?
Major taxi companies offer fixed prices from Arlanda to central Stockholm, typically about SEK 600–750, taking around 35–45 minutes. Prices vary by company and are shown on the yellow label on the rear window. Use the official taxi rank outside the terminal and check the price before getting in.
Arlanda Express or commuter train?
Arlanda Express is faster (about 20 minutes) and runs every 15 minutes, but costs about SEK 300–330. The SL commuter train takes about 40 minutes to Stockholm City and costs less because it combines an SL ticket with an airport fee. For groups, Arlanda Express group fares can be competitive.
Is there transport from Arlanda at night?
Arlanda Express runs from early morning until about 01:00, and Flygbussarna coaches operate until late at night with some early-morning services. Taxis are available around the clock. Check last departures on the operators' websites if your flight lands after midnight.
Can I pay by card from Arlanda?
Yes. Stockholm is largely cashless. You can tap a contactless card at the Arlanda Express gates, buy SL tickets in the app or at machines, pay Flygbussarna online or by card, and pay taxis by card. Cash is rarely needed.
Compiled by TonyPlan from airport and transport-operator information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.