Sweden Launches New Train to Oslo with Fares Starting at $15

New Rail Service Connecting Malmö and Oslo

According to УНІАН — Туризм: On June 15, 2023, Swedish operator Snälltåget introduced a new rail link between Malmö and Oslo. Spanning roughly 600 kilometers along Sweden’s western coastline, the train will run once daily from Monday to Saturday, departing Malmö at 06:38 and arriving in Oslo at 13:16. On Sundays, the Malmö departure is scheduled for 07:05. The return trip leaves Oslo at 14:48 and reaches Malmö at 21:25.

Tickets for this new route start at 149 Swedish kronor-approximately $15.60 US or £11.70. This fare includes two pieces of carry-on luggage and one small personal item. However, non-folding bicycles are not permitted onboard. Passengers are advised to choose seats on the left side of the train for the best coastal views.

Stops and Scenic Highlights

The train will call at several cities along the way, including:

• Lund
• Helsingborg
• Halmstad
• Varberg
• Trollhättan
• Sarpsborg
• Fredrikstad

The first leg of the journey runs from Malmö to Gothenburg, where passengers can enjoy picturesque scenery. On the stretch from Gothenburg to Mellerud, the best panoramas are visible from the right side, while the third segment continues to the border station at Kornshe.

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The launch of the new Malmö–Oslo rail service marks a significant improvement in connectivity between Sweden and Norway, with potential benefits for tourism and business in both countries.

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