Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Express Buses
buses, but they only serve the southern half of the country. Generally, tickets for travel
between Monday and Thursday, and tickets purchased over the internet or more than 24
hours before departure are cheaper; if you're a student or senior, ask about fare discounts.
southern towns and cities with Stockholm; prices are often slightly cheaper than Swebus
Express prices, but services are less frequent.
North of Gävle, regular connections with Stockholm are provided by several smaller op-
Regional Networks
The
länstrafik
bus networks are well integrated with the regional train system, with one tick-
et valid on any local or regional bus or train. Rules vary, but transfers are usually free if they
are within one to four hours. Fares on local buses and trains are often identical, though
prices can vary wildly depending on when you travel and how far in advance you buy tick-
ets.
Bus Passes
Good-value daily or weekly passes are usually available from local and regional transport
offices, and many regions have 30-day passes for longer stays or summer travel. These
can be bought online, from most newsagents, and from tourist information offices.
Car & Motorcycle
Sweden has good roads, and the excellent E-class motorways rarely have traffic jams.
