Means of transport Svealand

Bromma Stockholm Airport is one of Sweden's largest airports by passenger volume. It is located only 9 km from the center of Stockholm. The airport is mainly used for domestic flights (to Gothenburg, Visby), but it also provides some international connections (to Belgium with Brussels Airlines). Shuttles to Stockholm Central (www.flygbussarna.se): SEK 99 one way and SEK 198 round trip for adults; SEK 89 one way and SEK 169 round trip for children under 18.

It is the former airport of low-cost airlines, but since 2021 it mainly provides connections with Eastern Europe and southern Spain. However, new routes should be launched in the coming years! The airport is quite far from the city, so it takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes to reach the center. Shuttles to Stockholm Central (www.flygbussarna.se): SEK 219 one way and SEK 438 round trip for adults.

Stockholm-Arlanda International Airport is Sweden's largest airport and an important hub for the Stockholm region and all of Scandinavia, with flights to 147 destinations. Upon exiting, shuttle buses take you into central Stockholm: SEK 129 one way and SEK 209 round trip for adults. If you're in a hurry, the Arlanda Express train takes you to central Stockholm in 20 minutes for SEK 320 (SEK 600 round trip).

Katarinahissen is visible from Södermalm, facing the crossroads that connects the island to Gamla Stan. It was built in 1881 to connect Slussen with the heights of Södermalm, which were difficult to reach on foot. The lift was fitted with an electric motor in 1915, but the old system was scrapped in 1933 and replaced with a new, more modern lift and footbridge. The view from the top of Katarinahissen is very interesting.

Travel in comfort between Sweden and Finland, as well as the Baltic States, on Tallink Silja Line cruise ships. Daily departures all year round from each port. From Stockholm, Värtahamnen port to Helsinki, Turku, Tallinn. And from Stockholm Frihammen to Riga and Aland. Several types of cabins, a variety of restaurants, duty-free stores, international entertainment, beauty salon and casino await you on board. You can book day cruises for quick visits from Stockholm.

A company that offers beautiful cruises on Lake Hjälmaren, the Hjälmare Canal and the Svartån River. You can discover these beautiful waterways rich in history on day cruises with a guided tour. It is possible to eat and drink on these beautiful old-fashioned boats, and in the high season, one tour format even offers you the chance to enjoy shrimp while listening to a musician play throughout the cruise! You can also go from Örebro to Stockholm with this company.

This 17th century ship, 29 m long, is the symbol of the city. This historic ship, built in the traditional Dutch way, offers a great experience for boat fans. From the deck you can see Lake Vänern and in the cabin you can enjoy a cup of coffee. It dates back to the time when Kristinehamn became a municipality and is depicted on the town's coat of arms. It is kept in Kristinehamn harbour, near Hamnbrogatan.

Centralen is the railway station, where you can also find the subway, commuter trains and the Arlanda Express, which connects the airport to the center of Stockholm. It is organized on two floors: from the first floor, you can access the mainline trains, and the basement allows you to reach the Pendeltåg (the equivalent of the RER) and the Tunnelbana (the subway).

The train floor also has small cafes and restaurants, so it's perfect for a snack before departure.

Discover Karlstad with the popular boat-buses, which sail on Lake Vänern and the Klarälven delta. Only in the summer, this initiative allows you to go as far as Mariebergskoget, or to take a longer trip on the canals and the lake. The boat lines have many departure times during the day, and the ticket price is the same as a normal land bus ticket. 7 different lines, ask at the tourist office for the different routes. No reservation necessary.

Information on schedules and prices of connections can be obtained from the company, at the Strömkajen wharf where all boats are located.

From Stockholm Central Station to the airport, it takes 80 minutes by shuttle bus (Flygbussarna). If you travel by train from Stockholm Central Station, via Sundbyberg, Bålsta and Enköping, the journey takes about 60 minutes. From Västerås Central Station, take bus number 3 (included in the price of your train ticket) to the airport (there are shuttles every ten minutes throughout the day between 5:55 and 18:09).

Västerås is a city in Sweden known for its cab services. For all your travel needs in the city, you can call on Västerås Din Taxi AB. This company offers cab, VTC and online cab booking services. The company's website is also available for online booking. Västerås Din Taxi AB offers reliable, quality service for all your travel needs in Västerås.

Viking Line is a Finnish shipping company that operates ferry services to mainland Finland as well as to the island of Åland, Estonia and of course Sweden. Travelling on a ship from one country to another in Scandinavia is an experience you should have at least once in your life. On these ships, you have two choices: enjoy the comfort of your cabin, the spa or the sauna, or venture into the huge shopping mall, raid the duty-free shops , play the slot machines... It is always best to bring warm clothes.

The Stockholm metro system (Tunnelbana, represented by a large blue T on a white background) is organized around three main lines (red, green and blue), all of which intersect at the central station, T-Centralen. Most people in the capital who use public transport use SL passes, which offer unlimited access to Tunnelbana, buses and Pendeltåg (SEK 970 per month). Download the "SL-Journey Planner and Tickets" app from the App Store or Google Play to buy your tickets.

There are many taxi companies in Stockholm, such as Taxi Kurir, Sverige Taxi or Taxi Stockholm. As in France, it is also possible to contact companies such as Uber, thanks to the application on smartphone, which are very widespread in the capital. In any case, it remains a rather expensive option in Stockholm, but quite practical, we must admit! We especially take advantage of it when we come back late in the evening, or if we want to visit the surroundings of Stockholm and bring all our little family with us!

Cab Kurir includes a smartphone application on which you can set your destination, track your cab's arrival in real time, and be assured of being able to move freely and punctually around Stockholm. Each car has a capacity of 1 to 4 people, and remains a mode of transport that ensures the safety of its passengers. Whether you're going to the airport, just running around town or need to get around after 1am, a cab is the best choice. This service is available at any time of day.

The boats leave from Stockholm (Klara Mälarstrand), Hovgården, Härjarö and Mariefred, and the crossing to Birka Island can take about 2 hours. Tickets can be purchased directly on board, and the boat contains a café. The price of the boat trip includes entrance to Birka and a guided tour in English or Swedish. The island of Björkö is also an attractive destination for a nature trip, especially in the summer, with its ideal water spots for a swim in the sun. An ideal attraction for children!

The bus network is very dense and connects all points of the city very well. There are bus maps posted at almost every stop. To buy tickets, the same system as for the metro. There are three types of buses: Blue buses that run direct and fast. Red 2-digit buses that run within Stockholm Kommun and have local routes. 3-digit red buses that serve the suburbs. On weekends, a night service allows you to go home at any time, even if the wait can be a little long.

This company offers you the opportunity to travel by boat to Sweden. You can make the journey by car, camper van, bicycle or simply on foot, all the way to Trellebord in the south of the country. The crossing generally takes between 6 and 8 hours. Departures are either from Rostock or Travemünde in Germany, or from Świnoujście in Poland or Klaipėda in Lithuania. The earlier you book, the cheaper your reservation will be.