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

The cheapest way to get from Vadstena to Kalmar is to train which costs 350 kr - 370 kr and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vadstena to Kalmar is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs 450 kr - 700 kr.

Is there a direct bus between Vadstena and Kalmar?

No, there is no direct bus from Vadstena to Kalmar station. However, there are services departing from Vadstena Hovtullen and arriving at Kalmar, Järnvägstation via Motala, Centralstation, Linköping Centralstation and Västervik station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

How far is it from Vadstena to Kalmar?

The distance between Vadstena and Kalmar is 362 km. The road distance is 254.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Vadstena to Kalmar without a car is to train via Alvesta which takes 5h 3m and costs 340 kr - 650 kr.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Vadstena to Kalmar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vadstena to Kalmar bus from?

Vadstena to Kalmar bus services, operated by ÖstgötaTrafiken, depart from Motala, Centralstation.

Train or bus from Vadstena to Kalmar?

The best way to get from Vadstena to Kalmar is to train via Alvesta which takes 5h 3m and costs 340 kr - 650 kr. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Vadstena to Kalmar bus arrive?

Vadstena to Kalmar bus services, operated by ÖstgötaTrafiken, arrive at Linköping Centralstation.

Can I drive from Vadstena to Kalmar?

Yes, the driving distance between Vadstena to Kalmar is 254 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Vadstena to Kalmar.

Where can I stay near Kalmar?

There are 200+ hotels available in Kalmar.

Vadstena to Kalmar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Vadstena to Kalmar by train, bus, or car

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Train via Alvesta
best
1. Take the train from Motala, Centralstation to Alvesta stationTågab
2. Take the train from Alvesta station to Kalmar, JärnvägstationÖresundståg
5h 3m
kr 349–622
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Motala, Centralstation to Norrköping CentralstationÖstgötapendeln
2. Take the bus from Norrköping to Kalmar, Järnvägstation612
6h 42m
kr 334–503
Drive 254.3 km
1. Drive from Vadstena to Kalmar254.3 km
3h 46m
kr 453–654
Train
1. Take the train from Skänninge station to Linköping CentralstationÖstgötapendeln
2. Take the train from Linköping Centralstation to Kalmar, JärnvägstationKrösatåg
5h 29m
kr 355–369
Bus
1. Take the bus from Motala, Centralstation to Linköping Centralstation520 / ...
2. Take the bus from Linköping Centralstation to Västervik station185
3. Take the bus from Västervik station to Kalmar, Järnvägstation160
7h 39m

Vadstena to Kalmar by bus and train

2Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

kr 349Cheapest Price

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Distance: 361.6 km
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Vadstena Brandstation to Kalmar, Järnvägstation via Motala, Centralstation, Motala, Centralstation, and Alvesta station in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vadstena Hovtullen to Kalmar, Järnvägstation via Motala, Centralstation, Linköping Centralstation, and Västervik station in around 7h 39m.

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