How long does a taxi from Stockholm to Arlanda take?
Taxi journey time, distance and how it compares with the train.
Short answer
A taxi from central Stockholm to Arlanda takes about 40 minutes depending on the time of day, according to Visit Stockholm. The airport is approximately 42 kilometres from the city centre, according to Swedavia, and the Arlanda Express covers the trip in 18 minutes.
Why
- Visit Stockholm gives a taxi travel time of about 40 minutes, depending on the time of day.
- Swedavia states that the airport is located approximately 42 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm, and that the road runs north on the E4.
- Arlanda Express states that the train journey takes 18 minutes.
Details
Visit Stockholm advises booking through an app so that you see the final price before you start. Taxi prices in Sweden are not regulated, see Arlanda and its alternatives for all options and the cost of living in Sweden for other prices.
Tip
Leave extra time in busy hours, since the 40 minutes depends on the time of day, and pre-book at night when taxis can be scarce.
What may differ
The time varies with the time of day and with where in Stockholm you start; the 40 minutes is Visit Stockholm's general figure.
Common misconception
A taxi is always faster than the train to Arlanda.
What actually happens
Visit Stockholm gives about 40 minutes for a taxi depending on the time of day, while the Arlanda Express takes 18 minutes.
People also ask
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Sources
- Visit Stockholm: Airport transferChecked at:
- Swedavia: Directions to the airportChecked at:
- Arlanda Express: Journey planner and timetableChecked at:
- Visit Stockholm: Taking a taxi in StockholmChecked at:
Information checked on 28 October 2026.
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