Stockholm is easily accessible by train from both the Nordic countries and mainland Europe. Sweden’s railway network connects seamlessly with Denmark via the Öresund Bridge – a 7.85 km (4.88 miles) long engineering marvel linking the Danish capital Copenhagen to the Swedish city of Malmö.
Whether you’re traveling by train from abroad or taking the Arlanda Express from the airport, your journey will likely end at Stockholm Central Station, the city’s main transportation hub.
Here’s what you need to know about traveling to Stockholm by train.
Transportation hubs
Stockholm Central Station
Stockholm Central Station serves as the city’s main transit hub, connecting trains, metro, commuter trains, buses, and trams. The station is centrally located in the Norrmalm district.
The station offers a range of amenities, including restaurants, shops, convenience stores, and luggage lockers. You’ll also find exchange offices, ATMs, and the SL Center, where you can purchase tickets for public transport, though tickets are also available at any Pressbyrån convenience store.
Stockholm Central Station connects directly to the metro station T-Centralen, so any references to T-Centralen refer to the metro section of the station. It is also linked to Cityterminalen, the adjacent bus terminal for regional and international routes, including airport coaches.
For taxi services, there are stands located by the station’s main entrance and near the entrance to the Arlanda Express train.
Stockholm Södra (Stockholm South)
Located in the Södermalm district, Stockholm Södra is a convenient train station for travelers heading to this area. Some intercity trains stop here, making it a good alternative to Stockholm Central Station. If your train doesn’t stop at Stockholm Södra, you can easily reach it via a commuter train, just one stop away from Central Station.
Stockholm Odenplan
Located in the Vasastan district, Stockholm Odenplan serves as a hub for commuter trains, metro lines, and buses. It’s a convenient stop if you are staying in Vasastan, a lively area with many restaurants, cafés, bars and shops.
Train operators
Arlanda Express
Trains depart every 10 minutes, with departures every 15 minutes during other times. Overnight and early morning schedules are less frequent, with trains running up to 30 minutes apart.
The first train typically departs around 4:30 am, while the last train leaves shortly after midnight, at approximately 12:30 am.
SJ
SJ, Sweden’s largest train operator, is owned and managed by the Swedish government. It offers routes to Stockholm from most parts of Sweden, as well as connections to neighboring Nordic countries and select European destinations, including Germany. You can book your journey directly on their website at sj.se.
Snälltåget
Snälltåget is a Swedish train operator that travels to Stockholm from Denmark, Germany and Austria. Book your trip on their website at snalltaget.se.
Deutsche Bahn (German Railways)
Deutsche Bahn is Germany’s train operator that will take you from most of Europe to Stockholm. Book your trip on their website int.bahn.de.
VR
VR is a Finnish train operator that travels between Gothenburg and Stockholm. VR was previously called MTRX, but has been a part of the Finnish VR group since May 2024. Their first ride under the VR brand was in August 2024. Book your trip on their website at vrresa.se.