How do you get from Stockholm to Kiruna or Abisko by night train?
The SJ night train, the change in Boden and what the new contract brings.
Short answer
SJ runs the night train from Stockholm towards Narvik via Kiruna, and until the December 2026 timetable change passengers to Kiruna and Abisko change trains in Boden. The new SJ contract brings a direct sleeper train without changes to Narvik, with tickets for 13 December 2026 to 10 January 2027 already on sale.
Why
- SJ states that the current set-up requires passengers to Kiruna, Abisko and Narvik to change trains in Boden, and that the new agreement brings a night train Stockholm-Narvik without changes.
- Trafikverket says the new agreement, from December 2026 to December 2028, secures daily return trips Stockholm-Narvik and Stockholm-Umeå with the possibility of sleeper and couchette cars without changes.
- SJ released tickets for its night trains Stockholm-Boden-Kiruna-Narvik and Stockholm-Umeå on 19 October 2026, for travel from 13 December 2026 to 10 January 2027.
Details
The announcements do not name Abisko as a stop on the new direct train, so check the stop list in SJ's planner if Abisko is your destination. Kiruna Lapland adds that Snälltåget runs a special night train from Malmö through Stockholm to Narvik, with stops at Abisko and Björkliden among others, leaving Malmö on Monday 23 November 2026 and Narvik on Friday 27 November 2026. For the area, see Kiruna and Abisko logistics and where to stay in Abisko.
Tip
Book early for holiday periods and confirm in SJ's planner whether your date falls before or after the 13 December 2026 timetable change. Route ideas are in Lapland: Kiruna-Abisko.
What may differ
The route depends on the date: until the December 2026 change you switch trains in Boden, and from the new contract a direct train to Narvik via Umeå, Luleå and Kiruna is required.
Common misconception
The night train goes straight from Stockholm to Abisko.
What actually happens
SJ says that at present passengers to Abisko change trains in Boden, and the new direct train that the contract requires runs to Narvik via Kiruna.
People also ask
- How do I get from Stockholm to Kiruna by night train?
- Is there a night train from Stockholm to Abisko?
Sources
This answer is for reference only. Rules can change, so check SJ before you travel.
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