What is the cheapest way to get from Karlstad to Kalmar?

The cheapest way to get from Karlstad to Kalmar is to train via Linköping which costs 700 kr - 1300 kr and takes 7h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Karlstad to Kalmar?

The fastest way to get from Karlstad to Kalmar is to train and fly which takes 5h 48m and costs 1500 kr - 4200 kr.

Is there a direct bus between Karlstad and Kalmar?

No, there is no direct bus from Karlstad station to Kalmar station. However, there are services departing from Karlstad Bus Station Drottninggatan and arriving at Kalmar, Järnvägstation via Norrköping. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Karlstad and Kalmar?

No, there is no direct train from Karlstad station to Kalmar station. However, there are services departing from Karlstad Centralstation and arriving at Kalmar, Järnvägstation via Alvesta station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Karlstad to Kalmar?

The distance between Karlstad and Kalmar is 522 km. The road distance is 430.7 km.

How do I travel from Karlstad to Kalmar without a car?

The best way to get from Karlstad to Kalmar without a car is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs 800 kr - 1400 kr.

How long does it take to get from Karlstad to Kalmar?

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Karlstad to Kalmar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karlstad to Kalmar bus from?

Karlstad to Kalmar bus services, operated by Vy Buss, depart from Karlstad Bus Station Drottninggatan.

Where do I catch the Karlstad to Kalmar train from?

Karlstad to Kalmar train services, operated by Tågab, depart from Karlstad Centralstation.

Train or bus from Karlstad to Kalmar?

The best way to get from Karlstad to Kalmar is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs 800 kr - 1400 kr. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 650 kr - 1800 kr and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Karlstad to Kalmar bus arrive?

Karlstad to Kalmar bus services, operated by Vy Buss, arrive at Norrköping Bus Station.

Where does the Karlstad to Kalmar train arrive?

Karlstad to Kalmar train services, operated by Tågab, arrive at Alvesta station.

Can I drive from Karlstad to Kalmar?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlstad to Kalmar is 431 km. It takes approximately 5h 51m to drive from Karlstad to Kalmar.

How do I get a train ticket from Karlstad to Kalmar?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Karlstad to Kalmar?

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Where can I stay near Kalmar?

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Karlstad to Kalmar - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Karlstad to Kalmar by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Karlstad Centralstation to Alvesta stationtrain Tågab
2. Take the train from Alvesta station to Kalmar, Järnvägstationtrain Öresundståg
5h 54m
kr 843–1,376
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlstad Bus Station Drottninggatan to Norrköping Bus Stationbus Stockholm Main Station Terminalslingan - Oslo Central Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Norrköping to Kalmar, Järnvägstationbus 612
7h 10m
kr 687–1,760
Drive 430.7 km
1. Drive from Karlstad to Kalmarcar 430.7 km
5h 51m
kr 752–1,086
Train to Stockholm-Arlanda Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Karlstad Centralstation to Stockholm Centralstationtrain
2. Fly from Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Kalmar Öland Airport (KLR)plane ARN - KLR
5h 48m
kr 1,519–4,181
Train via Linköping
1. Take the train from Karlstad Centralstation to Motala, Centralstationtrain
2. Take the train from Motala, Centralstation to Linköping Centralstationtrain
3. Take the train from Linköping Centralstation to Kalmar, Järnvägstationtrain
7h 15m
kr 730–1,274
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Karlstad Centralstation to Motala, Centralstationtrain
2. Take the train from Motala, Centralstation to Linköping Centralstationtrain
3. Take the bus from Linköping Centralstation to Västervik sjukhusbus 185
4. Take the bus from Västervik sjukhus to Kalmar, Järnvägstationbus 160
8h 54m
Train to Oslo Airport, Gardermoen, fly
1. Take the train from Karlstad Centralstation to Lillestrøm stasjontrain
2. Fly from Oslo Airport, Gardermoen (OSL) to Kalmar Öland Airport (KLR)plane OSL - KLR
8h 39m
kr 1,701–3,571

Karlstad to Kalmar by train

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5h 54mAverage Duration

kr 843Cheapest Price

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Distance: 522.2 km
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Karlstad, Sweden and Kalmar, Sweden?

You can take a train from Karlstad Centralstation to Kalmar, Järnvägstation via Alvesta station in around 5h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Karlstad Bus Station Drottninggatan to Kalmar, Järnvägstation via Norrköping Bus Station and Norrköping in around 7h 10m.

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