City in Uppsala County, Sweden
Getting around Uppsala
How to get around Uppsala
The center is compact and flat: walk or cycle. UL buses cover the rest, and trains reach Stockholm in 40 min and Arlanda airport in 18 min.
Ways to get around Uppsala
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| UL city and regional buses | About 35–45 SEK single | Use the UL app; buy tickets before boarding |
| Trains to Stockholm and Arlanda | About 100–180 SEK | SJ and local trains every 15–30 min; Arlanda in 18 min |
| Bike rental | About 150–250 SEK per day | Flat center with dedicated cycle lanes |
Taxis in Uppsala
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. Book taxis by phone or local taxi app; fares are metered and high. Most trips are easier on foot or by bike.
Arriving in Uppsala
Stockholm Arlanda (ARN)
Train to Uppsala C in 18–25 min, about 100–180 SEK; Flygbussarna bus about 40 min; taxi 600–900 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 Uppsala?
No ride-hailing apps work here. Book taxis by phone or local taxi app; fares are metered and high. Most trips are easier on foot or by bike.
What's the best way to get around Uppsala?
The center is compact and flat: walk or cycle. UL buses cover the rest, and trains reach Stockholm in 40 min and Arlanda airport in 18 min.
How do I get from the airport to Uppsala?
Train to Uppsala C in 18–25 min, about 100–180 SEK; Flygbussarna bus about 40 min; taxi 600–900 SEK.
Is Uppsala walkable?
Very walkable.
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Sources
- SJ (national rail)
- SL (Stockholm public transport)
- UL (Uppsala regional transport)
- Destination Uppsala
- 1177 Vårdguiden
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