Capital city in Stockholm County, Sweden
Getting around Stockholm
How to get around Stockholm
SL tunnelbana, commuter trains, buses and ferries share one ticket system. Tap a contactless bank card or use the SL app; central areas are walkable.
Ways to get around Stockholm
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Tunnelbana (metro) | About 40–45 SEK single (75 min) | Tap a contactless bank card or use the SL app; no paper tickets |
| Commuter trains and buses | Same SL ticket | Pendeltåg to the suburbs; buses cover where the metro does not reach |
| Archipelago ferries (Waxholmsbolaget) | From about 70 SEK to Vaxholm | Summer trips to islands; some routes included in SL tickets |
| Bike hire | About 200–300 SEK per day | Separated bike lanes; helmet recommended |
Ride-hailing apps in Stockholm
A 5 km ride costs about kr150–250 ($15–25).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Books licensed taxis; surge pricing at peak times |
| Bolt | Usually cheaper; supply varies late at night |
- Taxis set their own prices and can be very expensive; use an app or ask for the fare in advance. Transit is usually quicker.
Arriving in Stockholm
Arlanda (ARN)
Arlanda Express to Central 18 min, about 300–350 SEK; commuter train 20 min plus airport fee, about 200 SEK; Flygbussarna bus 45 min, about 120–150 SEK; taxi ~500–800 SEK.
Bromma (BMA)
Mostly domestic and short flights; Flygbussarna bus 20 min, about 100 SEK; taxi 300–400 SEK.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. EU/EEA licences are valid; most others work for visits if in Latin script, otherwise carry an IDP.
- Onward travel in Sweden: SJ trains link Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö in 3–5 hours, and night trains run to Lapland. Coaches are cheaper; domestic flights save time in the north.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Stockholm?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, Bolt.
What's the best way to get around Stockholm?
SL tunnelbana, commuter trains, buses and ferries share one ticket system. Tap a contactless bank card or use the SL app; central areas are walkable.
How do I get from the airport to Stockholm?
Arlanda Express to Central 18 min, about 300–350 SEK; commuter train 20 min plus airport fee, about 200 SEK; Flygbussarna bus 45 min, about 120–150 SEK; taxi ~500–800 SEK.
Is Stockholm walkable?
Very walkable.
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Sources
- SJ (national rail)
- SL (Stockholm public transport)
- Swedavia Stockholm Arlanda
- 1177 Vårdguiden
- Visit Stockholm
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