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[:en]The flag of Sweden.[:]

Sweden

Information about getting around
in Sweden

Major Routes Between Sweden and Denmark

  • The Northern Connection: Göteborg – Frederikshavn (Ferry) This is the optimal route for travelers wishing to bypass the island of Zealand entirely. By arriving in Frederikshavn, you gain direct access to the Jutland peninsula, making it a strategic choice for those driving from western Sweden toward Germany and mainland Europe. The crossing takes approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes.

  • The Central Route: Halmstad – Grenaa (Ferry) This serves as an alternative gateway to eastern Jutland. However, it is important to note that this service is scheduled to discontinue operations on April 30, 2026. Travelers planning trips after this date should look to the Gothenburg or Helsingborg crossings.

  • The High-Frequency Link: Helsingborg – Helsingør (Ferry) Known as the “HH-route,” this is one of the busiest ferry crossings in the world. Operating like a “floating metro,” it provides a near-constant connection between North Zealand and Skåne. With a sailing time of just 20 minutes, it is favored by locals and tourists alike for its efficiency and scenic maritime atmosphere.

  • The Primary Vein: Malmö – Copenhagen (Øresund Bridge) The bridge remains the fastest and most vital link between the two nations, specifically connecting the metropolitan hubs of Malmö and Copenhagen. It is the only fixed link, making it the essential route for high-speed trains and heavy road traffic. For those prioritizing speed, the crossing takes only about 15 to 20 minutes.

Map of the bridge and ferry connections between Sweden and Denmark. 
Keep track of train departure and arrival times as well as ongoing track work.
Tågstationen (train stations)

Here you will find information about almost all railway stations in Sweden. Find a specific station on the map where you can read about station services, train departures and arrivals, tickets, lost property, availability, and more.

Hitta din station (Find your station)
[:en]Snälltåg company's train at Stockholm train station. People are ready to board the train.[:]
Snälltåg train at Tulholm railway station

You can search for timetables and routes in Reserobot

Resrobot

Here are the connections in different areas of Sweden

Public transport in Sweden /Visit Sweden

Here you can find information about the night train connection between Stockholm and Hamburg:

Night train Hamburg / Stockholm

Contacts with Denmark and Norway

In addition to the Øresund Bridge, there is a ferry connection. Several ferry companies offer connections between Sweden and Denmark, for example from Helsingborg to Helsingør.

There are several roads on the Norwegian border and railways run between the two countries. Direct train connections between Stockholm and Oslo offer a convenient way to travel between the two countries.

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Metro train at Stockholm station

Reservations and planning

Here are some websites:

Statens Järnvägar SJ, SJ`s app, Snälltåget, Tagbokning, ACPRail, Wy, Omio…

Passenger train services

SJ is a Swedish state–owned train company that operates the majority of Sweden‘s long-distance train services…

About bus transport

Sweden‘s most important bus companies include Swebus Express …

 

Stockholm County and its south are home to the majority of Sweden's population

 
 

Sweden covers an area of 450,295 square kilometres and has a population of about 10.5 million.

Øresund Bridge - the longest bridge in Europe

The bridge connects Malmö in Sweden and Copenhagen in Denmark. It is known as Öresundsbron in Swedish and Øresundsbroen in Danish. The bridge company uses the compound name Øresundsbron.

Gamla Stana (Old Town)

Stockholm's Old Town, Gamla Stan, is steeped in history and culture. Its cobblestone streets, museums, and palaces offer a rich cultural experience.

The three largest cities

About one million people live in Stockholm. Gothenburg is a city on the west coast with about 580,000 inhabitants. Malmö is a city in southern Sweden with a population of about 350,000 people.

Sweden Special Days

There are many special days in Sweden, such as Cinnamon Bun Day and Waffle Day, which celebrate different foods and traditions.

Vasa ship

The Vasa Museum in Stockholm presents the Vasa ship from the 1600s, which sank on its maiden voyage. The ship was lifted from the bottom of the sea in 1961 and is now one of the best-preserved ships in the world

Laponia

This UNESCO World Heritage Site is located inside the Arctic Circle and is one of the few places in the world where the traditional way of life based on reindeer herding is preserved

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