How long does the Arlanda Express take?
Journey time to each Arlanda station and how it compares with other options.
Short answer
The Arlanda Express takes 18 minutes from Stockholm Central Station to Arlanda South and 19 minutes to Arlanda North, according to Arlanda Express. The train runs non-stop between Stockholm and the airport, and the ride between Terminal 2 and Terminal 5 on the same train is free and takes about a minute.
Why
- Arlanda Express states that the journey takes 18 minutes to Arlanda South and 19 minutes to Arlanda North.
- According to Arlanda Express, there are no stops between Stockholm and Arlanda, and the train then calls at Arlanda South and Arlanda North.
- Swedavia states that the Arlanda Express trip is free between Terminal 2 and Terminal 5 and takes about a minute.
Details
Arlanda South serves Terminals 2, 3 and 4, and Arlanda North serves Terminal 5. For comparison, Swedavia gives 38 minutes for the SL commuter train and Flygbussarna approximately 40 minutes from Stockholm C. Compare the options in Arlanda and its alternatives, and if your flight is early see which hotel is closest to Arlanda Terminal 5.
Tip
Allow a few minutes to find the platform at Stockholm Central: the trains leave from platforms 1 and 2, with entrances at Kungsbron 1 and at Vasaplan/Östra Järnvägsgatan 15.
What may differ
The time depends on which station you travel to (18 minutes to Arlanda South, 19 to Arlanda North), and planned track maintenance or disturbances are announced on the traffic information page of Arlanda Express.
Common misconception
The commuter train is almost as fast as the Arlanda Express.
What actually happens
Swedavia gives 38 minutes for the SL commuter train between Arlanda and Stockholm Central, compared with 18 minutes for the Arlanda Express.
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Sources
- Arlanda Express: Journey planner and timetableChecked at:
- Arlanda Express: FAQ on the journeyChecked at:
- Swedavia: Trains at ArlandaChecked at:
Information checked on 28 October 2026.
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