Means of transport Sweden

A boat leaves every two hours from Strömstad's northern harbor called Norra Hamn (exact times are available at the tourist office and on the Koster Marin website). Duration of the trip: 45 minutes. You can buy your tickets by credit card at the automatic machines before boarding, but only in cash on board. The ferry only takes passengers on foot. You must therefore leave your car in Strömstad, in the large parking lot located in front of the boats, on the other side of the bridge.

This is the best way to park in Gothenburg. You will probably not find cheaper and the access to the city center is very easy. Just hop on a tram (the 5, 6 or 11) and get off at the stop just after crossing the bridge and you'll be in the city centre in 7-9 minutes. If you are in Gothenburg with your car or have rented one, this is the cheapest way to park close to the centre at any time of the day or night and put your car in a safe and quiet place.

If you want to arrive in Gothenburg or leave the city by ferry, Stena Line is the company for you. This major ferry operator offers 21 routes throughout Scandinavia. In Gothenburg, the company has two terminals: one for Denmark (to the city of Frederikshavn), the other for Germany (to Kiel). This is a good alternative for those who want to go to Sweden without flying! The website is also available in French, which can make booking easier.

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.

Gothenburg Central Station is the hub of the city's rail and bus traffic. It is the hub of the city's rail and bus traffic, and is the place to catch trains to other cities and towns in Sweden. Many tram lines run from the station, and it is also the departure point for many buses that run both short and long distances. For information on fares and timetables, or to make a reservation, visit the SJ website.

Säve Airport is an international airport located 14 km from the center of Gothenburg, in Hisingen. It opened in 1940 as a military airbase. The military wing closed in 1969, and in 1976 the airport opened to civilians and general aviation. In 1984, work was carried out and the airport's runway was extended by 400 meters. Until 2015, low cost companies operated from this airport (Ryanair, Wizzair...). Although now closed, the airport is still open to smaller aircraft.

It is the country's second largest airport, used for all international and scheduled flights. Göteborg Landvetter Airport is about 25 km from the center of Göteborg and 40 km from Borås. If you are coming from Oslo, Malmö, Karlstad or Stockholm, follow the signs to Göteborg Landvetter Airport as you approach Göteborg. It takes about 20-30 minutes to get from the center of Gothenburg to the airport, and there are shuttle buses to make the trip.

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.

The streetcar network serves all the strategic places in the center of the city, but also in the suburbs. It is very easy to find your way around, and using this means of transport is also a pleasant way to discover the city. At each stop, a detailed list of subsequent stops is displayed. This makes it very easy to navigate even if you don't speak Swedish and are in a hurry. The public buses, which are blue in color, complete the system and are just as efficient.

This is the most convenient and economical way to get to the city from the airport and vice versa. The shuttle buses from Gothenburg to Landvetter Airport leave from Nils Ericson Terminalen with stops at Kungsportplatsen, Berzeliigatan and Korsvägen. All Flygbussarna have free wifi on board and run on biofuel. If you buy your ticket online, you will receive a discount of 10 SEK on average.

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.

The open-air parking lots at Heden and the bus terminal are just 2 minutes away from Kungsports Avenyn and there are always spaces available! There are also several parking lots around the center, including Evenemang near Liseberg Park or along the canal, just across from the Haga district. In Gothenburg, all parking meters in on-street parking lots are marked TAXA, followed by the numbers 1-7, 22 or the letter A. You can pay by credit card at all parking meters in the city. It is even possible to pay via the Parkering Göteborg app.

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.

The bridge between Malmö and Copenhagen opened on 1 July 2000, creating unity between the neighbouring countries. It is possible to travel by car, motorbike, van and minibus, making it quick and comfortable to get to Sweden or Denmark, depending on the direction! Traffic can be heavy at times, especially during rush hour, but the good general organisation means that traffic flows smoothly most of the time, so no worries. The train also runs here and the line is connected to Malmö Central Station by the City Tunneln, which is very convenient!

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.

Malmo - Sturup airport is located around 30 kilometers southeast of Malmö city center. It has two terminals, one for domestic flights and the other for international flights. The terminals have a capacity of 4,000,000 passengers a year and are equipped with 15 check-in counters and 11 boarding gates. To get to the city center from the airport, you can take a cab for around 395 SEK. It is advisable to arrange the fare before you get in the car. Alternatively, you can take the Flygbussarna bus to Malmö city center, which takes around 45 minutes and costs an average of SEK 60. The airport has several parking lots with over 4,000 spaces for short- and long-term parking. There are also services such as a police station, exchange office, cash machines, children's playground, stores, restaurants and several hotels close to the airport.