The average train between Ystad and Karlstad takes 8h 5m and the fastest train takes 6h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Ystad to Karlstad. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Ystad and Karlstad. The earliest departure is at 4:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Ystad is at 11:46 PM which arrives into Karlstad at 11:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Lund Centralstation and take an average of 8h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ystad to Karlstad? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Ystad to Karlstad. However, there are services departing from Ystad station and arriving at Karlstad station via Lund Centralstation station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.
Ystad to Karlstad train services, operated by Skånetrafiken, depart from Ystad Station.
Ystad to Karlstad train services, operated by Skånetrafiken, arrive at Karlstad Centralstation.
Book your Ystad to Karlstad train tickets online with Skånetrafiken, Öresundståg and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ystad and Karlstad is 439.6 km. The road distance is 610 km.
You can take a train from Ystad Station to Karlstad Centralstation via Lund Centralstation and Göteborg Centralstation in around 7h 48m.