How old do you have to be to travel alone by train in Sweden?
SJ's age rules for travelling alone and which documents prove age.
Short answer
On SJ, children under 7 may not travel alone without an accompanying adult, and on EuroNight trains the age limit for travelling alone is 16. SJ's travel terms also list which documents can prove a passenger's age, such as passports and national ID cards within the EU.
Why
- SJ's travel terms say that children under 7 years may not travel alone without an accompanying adult.
- SJ states that on EuroNight the age limit for travelling alone without an accompanying adult is 16 years.
- According to SJ, valid ID for proving age is any passport, Swedish ID document, the Swedish Migration Agency's LMA card and national ID cards within the EU.
Details
SJ's terms say children under 16 do not need ID documents unless they need to prove age for a discount. For night services, see night trains, and for ID rules when crossing borders, see can EU citizens enter Sweden with just an ID card.
Tip
Check SJ's travel terms before booking a ticket for a child who will travel without an adult. Ticket basics are in how to buy SJ tickets.
What may differ
It depends on the train: the SJ limit is 7 years generally and 16 years on EuroNight. Other train companies and regional operators may set other age limits.
Common misconception
Once a child is 7, they can travel alone on any SJ train.
What actually happens
SJ's terms set the age limit for travelling alone at 16 on EuroNight.
People also ask
- How old do you have to be to travel on a train alone in Sweden?
- Can a child travel alone on an SJ train?
Sources
- SJ: Travel termsChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. Rules can change, so check SJ before you travel.
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