Travel from London to Stockholm

Direct flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to Stockholm Arlanda (ARN).

British Airways is a full-service carrier operating from London Heathrow, typically offering amenities like in-flight entertainment and meals. Prices can vary widely based on booking in advance, time of year, and fare class.

Direct flights from London Heathrow (LHR) or London Stansted (STN) to Stockholm Arlanda (ARN).

SAS is the flag carrier of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, offering connections to the Nordic region. Services operate from major London airports.

Direct flights from London Gatwick (LGW) to Stockholm Arlanda (ARN).

Norwegian is a low-cost carrier, so prices typically do not include checked luggage, seat selection, or meals. Flights often depart from London Gatwick.

Direct flights from London Stansted (STN) to Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) or Stockholm Skavsta (NYO) / Vasteras (VST).

Ryanair is a budget airline. Prices are typically very low but ancillary services like baggage and seat choice are extra. Note that Stockholm Skavsta (NYO) and Vasteras (VST) airports are further from central Stockholm than Arlanda (ARN).

Direct flights from London Luton (LTN) to Stockholm Skavsta (NYO).

Wizz Air is a low-cost airline with additional charges for baggage and other services. Flights arrive at Stockholm Skavsta (NYO), which requires onward travel to Stockholm city center.

A multi-leg train journey involving high-speed trains through mainland Europe to Sweden.

This journey typically involves taking the Eurostar from London St Pancras International to Brussels or Paris, then connecting with high-speed trains (e.g., ICE from Deutsche Bahn) through Germany and Denmark, eventually connecting to Swedish Railways (SJ) services to Stockholm Centralstation. An overnight stop in a city like Brussels or Hamburg is often recommended for a more comfortable journey. This option is generally more scenic but takes considerably longer than flying.

A long-distance coach journey from London to Stockholm with multiple transfers.

This is a very long journey requiring several changes, often in major European cities like Hanover or Hamburg. FlixBus coaches typically offer amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and onboard toilets. Booking in advance can yield significantly lower fares.

Driving from London to Stockholm involves crossing the English Channel and traversing mainland Europe.

The driving distance is approximately 1,400 to 1,900 kilometers (870 to 1,180 miles). This route necessitates a Channel Tunnel crossing or ferry from the UK to France/Belgium/Netherlands. Key tolls include the Channel crossing, and bridge tolls in Denmark (e.g., Øresund Bridge to Sweden). Other European countries like France also have road tolls, though German autobahns are mostly free for cars. This journey requires careful planning for overnight stops and can involve significant fuel and toll costs.