To get between Arlanda Airport and central Stockholm, you can choose from the Arlanda Express train, Flygbussarna airport coaches, public commuter trains, or taxis. Here is a breakdown of the time, cost, and details for each option.
Flying into Bromma, Skavsta or Västerås instead of Arlanda? Our guide to Stockholm’s four airports compares them, with the distance to the city and the quickest way into town from each.
How much does the Arlanda Express cost, and how often does it run?
- Fares in 2026: 340 SEK one-way or 640 SEK return for an adult. Youths aged 18–25 pay 160 SEK and pensioners 210 SEK, and children up to 17 travel free with an adult.
- Travelling together: two adults pay 460 SEK and three pay 580 SEK one-way.
- How often and how long: a train every 15 minutes, taking 18 minutes to Arlanda South (Terminals 2, 3 and 4) and 19 minutes to Arlanda North (Terminal 5).
- Where it leaves from: platforms 1 and 2 at Stockholm Central Station. Moving between the two airport stations is free.
- Tickets: valid on any departure in either direction for 90 days, with no reservation needed. SL tickets are not valid on the Arlanda Express.
Taking the SL commuter train instead? In 2026 you pay a 157 SEK passage fee at Arlanda Central on top of your SL ticket (free for under-18s), or 200 SEK for a single ticket that includes it.
Good to know
- SL (Storstockholms Lokaltrafik) manages public transport in Stockholm County.
- An SL ticket works on the metro, commuter trains, buses, and many local boats.
- The bus to Märsta + commuter train is the cheapest way to and from the airport: one 43 SEK SL single covers the whole trip, and it’s included if you already have an SL 24-hour, 72-hour or 7-day ticket. We only recommend it if you travel light and aren’t in a hurry.
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At a glance
• Fastest: Arlanda Express (18 minutes).
• Cheapest: SL bus to Märsta + commuter train, 43 SEK (about 60 minutes).
• Best value: Flygbussarna, from 129 SEK (about 40 minutes).
Our picks
- Convenient and fast: Arlanda Express or Taxi
- Fair price: Flygbussarna
- Tight budget, not in a rush: SL bus + Märsta + commuter train
Quick compare
Times are typical; traffic and connections can add time. Prices are adult one-way fares in 2026.
| Transport | Time | Price (SEK) | Good for | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arlanda Express (train) | 18 min | 340 (adult one-way). Group: –120 SEK per extra one-way, up to 8 travelers | Fastest city-center transfer | Non-stop to Stockholm Central (T-Centralen metro in same complex) |
| Flygbussarna (Airport coaches) | ~40 min | From 129 in the app or online (more at the stop) | Balance of comfort and price | To Cityterminalen (next to Central). Luggage racks |
| SL Commuter Train (Arlanda C → Stockholm C) | ~38 min | 200 (SL single including the 157 SEK passage fee) | Predictable timing, dislike buses | Arlanda C is in SkyCity between T4 & T5. Limited luggage space |
| SL Bus to Märsta + Commuter Train | ~60 min | 43 (one SL single). Included in SL 24-hour, 72-hour and 7-day tickets | Lowest cost | One change in Märsta. Allow for connection timing. Limited luggage space |
| Taxi (reputable companies) | ~35–45 min | About 550–750 fixed price per car | Door-to-door, groups of three or four | Agree a fixed price before you get in |
| Uber/Bolt | ~35–45 min | Shown in the app before you book; varies with demand | App price transparency, scheduling | Pickups at signed ride-hail zones |
How to choose
- Prioritize time: Take Arlanda Express. If your hotel isn’t near Central Station, continue by metro/bus or consider a taxi for the last leg.
- Balance time and cost: Take Flygbussarna (usually ~40 minutes, comfortable with luggage space).
- Lowest cost: Take the SL bus to Märsta + commuter train for 43 SEK, or at no extra cost if you already have an SL 24-hour, 72-hour or 7-day ticket.
The options
Arlanda Express (non-stop airport train)
Arlanda Express is the non-stop airport train to Stockholm Central. Trains run every 15 minutes and the ride takes 18 minutes.
Carriages are modern, clean, and quiet, with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and toilets onboard. If you want the quickest, least fussy transfer, this is it.
It’s also the most expensive public-transport option, so check for group discounts when buying two or more tickets in one purchase.
You can buy tickets in the app (iOS or Android) or on the website. There are also ticket machines by the escalators down to the platforms and a sales point in Terminal 5 arrivals.
- What it is: Non-stop train between Arlanda and Stockholm Central.
- Time: 18 minutes.
- Price: See table for the current fare and group discounts.
- Where it drops you: Stockholm Central Station (T-Centralen metro is in the same complex).
- How to buy: Arlanda Express website/app or station machines.
- Pros: Fastest; frequent departures; comfortable; Wi-Fi and power outlets.
- Cons: Pricier than other public transport; you may still need metro/bus/taxi for the last leg.
- Apps: iOS and Android
- More info: Arlanda Express website
Vy flygbussarna (airport coaches)
Flygbussarna (literally “airport coaches” in Swedish) runs direct buses between Arlanda and Cityterminalen, which is next to Central Station. Coaches leave up to every 15 minutes. The ride is typically around 40 minutes, but traffic can add time.
Buses have luggage racks and onboard Wi-Fi. If you want something simple, comfortable, and cheaper than the train, this is a solid middle-ground choice.
Buy tickets in the app or on the website for the best price; on-site options may cost more.
- What it is: Direct coaches between Arlanda and Cityterminalen (next to Central Station).
- Time: ~40 minutes
- Price: From 129 SEK in the app or online (2026). Buying at the stop may cost more.
- Where it drops you: Cityterminalen (short indoor walk to Central Station/T-Centralen).
- How to buy: Flygbussarna app/website or at the stop.
- Pros: Good price-to-comfort balance; luggage space; frequent departures.
- Cons: Slower than train; traffic can add time.
- More info: Vy flygbussarna’s website
Taxi and ride-hailing
Taxi and ride-hailing are the simplest door-to-door options. It takes about 35–45 minutes between Arlanda and the Stockholm city center (depending on traffic).
Taxi companies in Sweden set their own prices, so agree a fixed price (fast pris) before you get in. In 2026 the large companies charge about 550–750 SEK to central Stockholm, depending on the company and your address. The price is per car, not per person, so for three or four people a taxi costs about the same as Arlanda Express group tickets and takes you to the door. You don’t have to take the first car in the queue.
Uber and Bolt also pick up at Arlanda; follow the signs to the ride-hailing pickup area. The app shows the price before you book, and it changes with demand, so it can be lower or higher than a taxi’s fixed price.
- What it is: Door-to-door with a fixed fare from reputable companies or ride-hailing apps.
- Time: ~35–45 minutes, traffic depending.
- Price: About 550–750 SEK fixed price per car (2026). For three or four people, about the same as Arlanda Express group tickets.
- How to book: Taxi rank at the terminal, taxi company apps, or ride-hailing apps.
Tips:
- Ask for a fixed price before you get in, and check the yellow price sticker on the rear side window.
- You don’t have to take the first car in line.
- Uber and Bolt show the price in the app before you book and let you schedule a pickup.
- Taxi company info: Taxi Stockholm · Sverigetaxi · Taxi Kurir
- Ride hailing info: Uber · Bolt
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SL public transport (two options)
SL runs Stockholm’s public transport. From Arlanda you have two options:
| Option A | Option B |
|---|---|
| The commuter train from Arlanda C (in SkyCity, between Terminals 4 and 5) straight to Stockholm Central, or | A local bus to Märsta followed by the commuter train to Central. |
- What it is: Use Stockholm’s public transport (SL) to reach the city.
- Option A is quicker and direct but includes the Arlanda C passage fee.
- Option B is slower with one change, but one SL single covers the whole trip within its validity window. Note: There’s no dedicated luggage space, which you have on coaches.
Option A: SL commuter train from Arlanda C
- Time: ~38 minutes.
- Price: See table (Arlanda C passage fee + SL single).
- Where it drops you: Stockholm Central Station.
- Pros: Direct to Central; predictable schedule.
- Cons: Passage fee makes it less cheap; luggage space is limited compared with coaches.
- Note: Arlanda C is in SkyCity, between Terminals 4 and 5.
Option B: SL bus to Märsta + commuter train
- Time: ~60 minutes with smooth connections.
- Price: See table (one SL single covers the whole trip within its validity window).
- Where it drops you: Stockholm Central Station.
- Pros: Cheapest at 43 SEK; included in SL 24-hour, 72-hour and 7-day tickets.
- Cons: Slowest; a change in Märsta; limited luggage space. More info: SL tickets and travel to/from Arlanda (official site)
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FAQ
The Arlanda Express is the fastest option. The non-stop train runs every 15 minutes and takes 18 minutes to Stockholm Central Station, where T-Centralen metro is in the same complex.
An adult one-way ticket costs 340 SEK. Group tickets are 120 SEK cheaper per extra one-way traveler, for up to 8 travelers, and you can buy tickets in the app, on the website, from station machines or at the sales point in Terminal 5 arrivals.
Take the SL bus to Märsta and change to the commuter train. One 43 SEK SL single covers the whole trip, which takes about 60 minutes, and it’s included if you already have an SL 24-hour, 72-hour or 7-day ticket. It suits you best if you travel light.
A fixed price from one of the large taxi companies is about 550–750 SEK per car in 2026, depending on the company and where in the city you’re going. The ride takes about 35–45 minutes depending on traffic. Agree the fixed price before you get in; you don’t have to take the first car in line.
Yes. Tap a contactless Visa, Mastercard or American Express card, or a phone wallet, at the SL gate or card reader to buy a 75-minute single ticket for 43 SEK. Each tap buys one ticket, so every traveler needs their own card. For the commuter train from Arlanda C, buy the 200 SEK single that includes the passage fee in the SL app before you reach the gates.
No. If you use the commuter train from Arlanda C, you pay the passage fee plus an SL ticket.
Arlanda Express and the SL commuter train arrive at Stockholm Central Station. Flygbussarna arrives at Cityterminalen, which is next door and connected indoors.
Flygbussarna (coaches) or taxi/ride-hailing. Commuter trains have less dedicated space for suitcases.
No. Card and mobile payments are standard for tickets and taxis.
