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Stockholm Public Transport Guide for Tourists

The Venice of the North. Plan metro, train and bus journeys with offline maps, ticket advice and live departures when connected.

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8Transit Lines
22Key Stations
19Accessible Stops
7Metro/Subway Lines

About Getting Around Stockholm

Stockholm is spread across 14 islands connected by an excellent Tunnelbana Metro, buses, trams and ferries. The T-Centralen hub links all parts of the city seamlessly.

Top tourist tip: Load an SL Access card with a 24-hour or 72-hour travel pass for unlimited travel across all modes.

Best pass for tourists: SL 24-hour or 72-hour travel pass

Transit Lines in Stockholm

Stockholm has 8 public transit lines, including 7 metro/subway lines. CityNav provides downloaded route and station information for offline planning, with live service updates available when connected.

T10 (Blue)T11 (Blue)T13 (Red)T14 (Red)T17 (Green)T18 (Green)T19 (Green)Pendeltåg

Key Stations in Stockholm

T-Centralen
7 lines · Accessible ♿
Gamla Stan
5 lines · Accessible ♿
Slussen
5 lines · Accessible ♿
Odenplan
3 lines · Accessible ♿
Fridhemsplan
5 lines · Accessible ♿
Kungsträdgården
2 lines · Accessible ♿
Medborgarplatsen
3 lines · Accessible ♿
Arlanda Airport
1 line · Accessible ♿

+ 14 more stations supported in CityNav

Top Tourist Landmarks in Stockholm

Vasa Museum
Gamla Stan (Old Town)
ABBA Museum
Stockholm Palace
Use CityNav's AR walking navigation to get step-by-step directions to any of these landmarks from your current location.

Transit Authorities in Stockholm

SL (SL) Official site →

Train, Bus & Metro Times in Stockholm

Stockholm has 8 transit lines covering trains, buses and metro routes across the city. CityNav shows real-time departure times at every station when connected, while downloaded timetables keep core planning available offline.

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Metro & Subway

7 lines — tap any station in CityNav for real-time arrivals

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Trains & Trams

1 line — downloaded timetables included; live updates need a connection

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Buses

Bus routes across Stockholm — plan your journey before you board

Check live times in Stockholm →

Where to Visit in Stockholm

From iconic landmarks to hidden local gems, Stockholm has something for every type of traveller. CityNav gives you AR walking directions and step-by-step transit routes to any attraction — no map-reading required.

Vasa Museum

AR walking directions via CityNav

Gamla Stan (Old Town)

AR walking directions via CityNav

ABBA Museum

AR walking directions via CityNav

Stockholm Palace

AR walking directions via CityNav

💡 Open CityNav's AR camera mode to see walking arrows to any landmark from your exact position — works even without a data signal.

Choosing a navigation app for sightseeing? Read our transparent CityNav vs Google Maps comparison, including the features each app does better.

Read the best places to visit in Stockholm →

Navigate Stockholm with CityNav

Get real-time turn-by-turn directions, AR walking navigation, offline transit maps and SOS emergency alerts — all designed for tourists exploring Stockholm.

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🛟 Stockholm Safety Centre

Emergency numbers, hospital info, common tourist scams and key local phrases for Stockholm — core safety guidance is available offline in the CityNav app; current updates require a connection.

Open Stockholm Safety Centre →

✈️ Download before you fly

Download CityNav before you fly to keep Stockholm's core transit maps, scheduled timetables and safety guidance available offline. Live departures, disruption updates, AI responses, nearby places, bookings, location sharing and SOS transmission require an internet connection.

Download on the App Store → Get a 7-day Trip Pass — £3.99

Frequently Asked Questions — Getting Around Stockholm

Why is Stockholm's Metro called the world's longest art gallery?

Since the 1950s, most of Stockholm's 100 Metro stations have been decorated by artists with murals, sculptures, mosaics, and cave ceilings unique to each station. Standouts include Kungsträdgården (red rocky ceiling), Solna Centrum (orange forest panorama), and Stadion (rainbow arches). Entry is free with any valid travel card.

Is there a train from Arlanda Airport to Stockholm Central Station?

Yes — the Arlanda Express connects Arlanda to Stockholm Central in 18 minutes, running every 15 minutes. Standard SL travel cards do not cover the Arlanda Express; a separate ticket is required. The SL Pendeltåg commuter train is cheaper and takes about 40 minutes.

Can I use a single SL Access card on Metro, buses, trams, and ferries?

Yes — the SL Access card covers all SL services: Tunnelbana Metro, buses, trams, and SL ferries across the Stockholm county network. Load it with a 24-hour or 72-hour travel pass for unlimited travel.

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