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Stockholm-Arlanda Airport to Stockholm — Transport Guide 2026

Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) is 40 km north of central Stockholm — one of the more distant airport-to-city routes in Europe. Arlanda Express is the fastest (18 min); Flygbussarna coach is cheapest. Cash-only kiosks are gone — use card or app.

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Last updated: 2026-07

Cheapest
Flygbussarna coach (SEK 129 ~ $12)
Fastest
Arlanda Express — 18 min

Every transport option compared

Arlanda Express

train · Best for: Fastest
Cost
SEK 320-340 (~$30-32)
Time
18 min
Frequency
Every 15 min
Youth (under 26) SEK 165 (~$16). Non-stop to Stockholm Central.

Flygbussarna coach

bus · Best for: Budget travellers
Cost
SEK 129 (~$12) online / 149 at gate
Time
35-45 min
Frequency
Every 10-15 min
Stops at Stockholm Cityterminalen — right next to Central Station.

SL Pendeltåg (commuter train)

train · Best for: Cheaper train option
Cost
SEK 176 (~$16, incl SEK 130 arriving surcharge)
Time
38 min
Frequency
Every 30 min
Uses SL card + extra "Arlanda arriving surcharge". Longer travel than Arlanda Express.

Taxi Stockholm / Taxi Kurir (fixed rate)

taxi · Best for: Multiple passengers with luggage
Cost
SEK 700-830 (~$65-77)
Time
35-50 min
Frequency
On-demand
Only use authorized companies — check the yellow price sticker on window before booking.

Scam warning

Unauthorized "friendly taxi" drivers at Arlanda have charged tourists SEK 3,000+ for a single ride. ALWAYS use Taxi Stockholm, Taxi Kurir or Taxi 020 — check the yellow price sticker on the passenger window before entering.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked before you fly.

Getting out of Stockholm (ARN)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

Our pick

Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Frequently asked

How far is Stockholm-Arlanda Airport from Stockholm?
Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN) is 40 km from Stockholm city centre.
What is the cheapest way from ARN to Stockholm?
Flygbussarna coach (SEK 129 ~ $12)
What is the fastest way from ARN to Stockholm?
Arlanda Express — 18 min