Discover Sweden, a Scandinavian gem blending stunning natural beauty with modern design and rich Viking heritage. From the cosmopolitan streets of Stockholm to the Northern Lights in Lapland, Sweden offers diverse experiences year-round.
- Public
- Sweden has world-class public transport. Stockholm's Tunnelbana metro runs until 3AM on weekends, Gothenburg has an iconic tram network, and intercity trains (SJ) are fast, comfortable, and reliable. Buy a Reskassa card for seamless travel.
- Taxi
- Licensed taxis and app-based services (Uber, Bolt) are widely available and reliable. More expensive than UK or US equivalents but safe and regulated. Apps recommended over street hails for transparency.
- Rental
- Car rental useful for exploring countryside, Lapland, and areas beyond city transport networks. Good road quality nationwide. Winter tires mandatory December-March in snow conditions. Fuel expensive ($7-8/gallon).
- Walking
- Sweden's major cities are highly walkable. Stockholm's center is compact with excellent pedestrian infrastructure. Cycling infrastructure is exceptional — free city bike schemes in Stockholm and Gothenburg.
Transport at a glance
Airport transfers
Getting from the airport to your accommodation.
- Taxi
- Arlanda Express train from Arlanda to Stockholm Central — 20 min, $32
- Taxi Info
- Fastest and most comfortable option to city center
- Shuttle
- Flygbussarna airport coaches to Stockholm Central — 45 min, $15
- Shuttle Info
- Departs every 10-15 min, comfortable coaches with luggage space
- Bus
- Commuter train (pendeltåg) — 38 min, $12, cheaper option
- Bus Info
- Requires SL travel card or separate ticket, stops at more stations en route
- Private
- Private chauffeur transfer from $80 pre-booked online
- Private Info
- Best for groups of 3+ or late arrivals with heavy luggage
Local transport
Getting around the city.
Bus
- Availability
- Extensive networks in all cities, essential in smaller towns
- Stockholm
- Integrated with metro, same tickets valid. Night buses on weekends.
- Gothenburg
- Comprehensive tram and bus network. Trams iconic part of city.
- Malmo
- Buses only, efficient network. Easy access to Lund.
- Cost
- Similar pricing to metro where applicable, $3-4 per trip
Alternatives
metro, tram, taxi, rideshare, bike, ferry
Taxis & rideshare
What to expect from taxis and apps.
- Regular
- $6-8
- Apps
- Uber and Bolt available in major cities
- App Names
- Uber and Bolt available in major cities
Intercity travel
Getting between cities and regions.
Bus
Cheaper than trains, longer journey times but comfortable
Routes: Connect all major cities and many smaller towns
Cost: Stockholm-Gothenburg from $20, Stockholm-Malmö from $25
- Operators
- FlixBus, Nettbuss, Swebus
- Tips
- Book online for best prices, WiFi and power outlets on board
Flights
Routes: Stockholm-Kiruna 1.5 hours ($80-200), Stockholm-Gothenburg 1 hour ($60-150)
- Operators
- SAS, Norwegian, BRA
- When
- Useful for long distances, especially to Lapland
- Tips
- Compare with train prices; flight may save time but not always money
Transportation details
Full breakdown of how to get around.
Airports
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
From centre: 42 km north of Stockholm
Options: Arlanda Express train to Central Station - 20 min, $32; Airport coaches (Flygbussarna) - 45 min, $15; Commuter train (pendeltåg) - 38 min, $12; Taxi - 35-45 min, $55-70; Uber/Bolt - $45-60
Gothenburg Landvetter Airport
From centre: 25 km east of Gothenburg
Options: Airport bus (Flygbussarna) - 30 min, $12; Taxi - 25 min, $45-55; Uber/Bolt - $40-50
Stockholm Bromma Airport
From centre: 8 km west of Stockholm
Options: Airport bus - 20 min, $8; Taxi - 15-20 min, $30-40; Public bus #110, #152 - 30 min, $4
Malmö Airport
From centre: 28 km southeast of Malmö
Options: Airport bus - 40 min, $12; Taxi - 30 min, $50-60
Kiruna Airport
From centre: 6 km from Kiruna
Options: Airport bus - 15 min, $8; Taxi - 10 min, $25-30
Useful apps
Download before you arrive.
SL Reseplanerare
Official Stockholm public transport app for routes, real-time departures, and ticket purchase for Tunnelbana, bus, tram, and ferry
SJ (Statens Järnvägar)
National rail app for booking intercity trains across Sweden — essential for Stockholm-Gothenburg, Stockholm-Malmö, and northern routes
Uber
Available in Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Malmö — often slightly cheaper than licensed taxis and with transparent upfront pricing
Bolt
Swedish-popular ride-hailing app competing with Uber — good value, widely used in Swedish cities
Västtrafik
Gothenburg and West Sweden regional transport app for trams, buses, and archipelago ferries — essential for Gothenburg visitors
Transport tips
Travel smarter, not harder.
Buy an SL Access card or use contactless payment for Stockholm metro and buses — single paper tickets cost more and are inconvenient
Book SJ train tickets at least 3 weeks in advance for Tidig (early bird) prices — often 50-70% cheaper than walk-up fares
The Arlanda Express (SJ train from airport) is expensive at $32 but saves 25+ minutes vs. the bus — worth it when time matters
Gothenburg's blue trams are iconic and practical — a single Västtrafik ticket covers trams, buses, and boats in the city
Between Stockholm and Gothenburg, train beats flying when you factor in airport time — 3 hours city center to city center
In Lapland, rent a car for flexibility — public transport exists but is very limited between small Arctic towns