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Thorildplan’s subway station in Stockholm. The station is above ground and its art inspired by ‘80s video games. Pictured is the tilework that is reminiscent of pixelated clouds and mushrooms in Super Mario Bros.

Photo: Visit Stockholm. Art in the subway by ©Lars Arrhenius/Bildupphovsrätt(2024)

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Public transportation in Stockholm

Publish date: 1 November 2024

By metro, tram, bus, ferry, or commuter train. Stockholm's local transportation network takes you almost anywhere.

Stockholm Public Transport, SL, is responsible for buses, underground trains, commuter trains, trams, and certain ferry lines in Greater Stockholm.

A single ticket is valid for 75 minutes and costs 42 SEK (26 SEK for senior citizens and children/teenagers/students up to the age of 20). It can be purchased at SL's customer service shops, through their app, or directly at the turnstiles and on buses using a credit card. It's also possible to buy 24-hour, 72-hour, 7-day, and 30-day tickets. A parent with a stroller gets to ride for free on any of Stockholm's buses.

It's not possible to pay cash for tickets on buses in Stockholm. Failure to show a valid ticket during a control will incur a 1500 SEK penalty fee.

Stockholmers are always heedful of their beautiful surroundings, which has led to many inner-city buses running on eco-friendly fuels such as biodiesel. Stockholm's public transport system also has an accessibility guarantee to ensure travelers with disabilities reach their destinations.

You can plan your journey and read more about the various subway lines, buses, and trams on SL's webpage.