Can you eat food on trains in Sweden?
What you can buy on board and what Snälltåget's terms say about your own food and drink.
Short answer
Yes, food is sold on board SJ high-speed trains and on most Snälltåget departures, but Snälltåget prohibits your own alcohol and items with strong odours. Snälltåget's terms have no general rule on bringing your own food, so check your train company's terms.
Why
- According to Interrail, SJ high-speed trains have a bistro car where you can buy sandwiches, drinks and light meals.
- Snälltåget says its restaurant Krogen is available on most departures and that coffee, tea, soft drinks, water, sandwiches, snacks and sweets can be brought to your seat.
- Snälltåget's terms say bringing your own alcohol is prohibited unless you are in a group with a booked private compartment, and that alcohol bought in the restaurant car must be consumed there.
Details
Snälltåget says that for hot meals, beer or wine you must reserve a table in advance through My Journey, and that it heats only pre-packed baby food, not other meals you have brought. Its terms also say hand luggage must not contain items that may cause discomfort to others, such as strong odours. If your train arrives from abroad, see what food you can bring into Sweden, and for the SJ side see trains in Sweden (SJ).
Tip
Read the terms of your train company before packing a picnic, and book a table in advance if you want a hot meal on Snälltåget. Classes and services are explained in discounts and classes on SJ.
What may differ
It depends on the train company: Snälltåget allows your own alcohol only in a group with a booked private compartment, and Interrail notes that SJ facilities may differ per train and route.
Common misconception
You can bring your own wine or beer on a Swedish night train and drink it at your seat.
What actually happens
On Snälltåget bringing your own alcohol is prohibited unless you are in a group with a booked private compartment, according to its terms.
People also ask
- Is it allowed to eat on trains in Sweden?
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Sources
- Snälltåget: Terms and conditionsChecked at:
- Snälltåget: Frequently asked questionsChecked at:
- Interrail: SJ high-speed trainChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. Rules can change, so check the train company before you travel.
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