Here is what is available when you land at Arlanda outside normal hours.
What runs and what does not
| Transport | Late-night status | Where to check |
|---|---|---|
| Arlanda Express | Check the last departure before you rely on it | Arlanda Express timetable |
| SL commuter train | Check the last departure before you rely on it | SL journey planner |
| Buses | Swedavia says several buses run every day, around the clock | Swedavia live bus departures, operator timetables |
| Taxi | Contracted taxis wait outside Terminal 5 and Terminal 2 | Ask for the price before you set off |
Fixed-price private transfer
ARN Stockholm City Center
From€172for 2 passengers
4 passengers: €254 per vehicle, about €64 per person
- Fixed price, no meter
- Flight tracked
- 60 min free waiting
- Driver meets you at arrivals
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup
Other destinations
Train departure times change, and the published timetables are the only reliable answer. Arlanda Express takes about 18 minutes from the airport to Stockholm Central and stops at Arlanda North (Terminal 5) and Arlanda South (Terminals 2 and 4). SL commuter trains stop at Arlanda Central Station and take about 38 minutes to Stockholm Central. Swedavia does not list overnight train hours on its own page, so check the Arlanda Express and SL timetables for your date.
Your realistic options after midnight
Buses run every day around the clock according to Swedavia, which publishes a live departure list for all buses. Vy Flygbussarna, FlixBus and Vy bus4you stop outside Terminal 5 (see Swedavia's bus page for the exact stop). Overnight departures and frequencies vary, so check the operator's timetable for your date and buy your ticket in advance, as onboard purchase is not always possible.
Taxis contracted with Swedavia wait outside Terminal 5 and Terminal 2. Swedavia sets a maximum price within a marked zone for trips to a single address: its page gives SEK 800 for 1-4 passengers in one place and SEK 825 in another, and SEK 1,275 for 5-8 passengers. Trips that leave the zone are charged at regular meter rates. Swedavia's page does not mention a night surcharge on the cap, but ask the driver for the price before you set off. Swedavia also recommends pre-booking a taxi at night, since cars can be scarce at busy times.
Pre-booked transfers fix the price when you book. Check what your booking includes: meet-and-greet, flight tracking and waiting time differ between bookings, so confirm that late or delayed arrivals are covered before you rely on it.
What the airport looks like at night
Check what is open in the terminal before a long overnight wait, as services are reduced. If you have a very early morning connection, consider booking a room rather than waiting in the arrivals hall.
Practical notes
- If your flight is significantly delayed and you land after midnight, having a pre-booked transfer avoids the uncertainty of finding transport at an awkward hour
- Check bus and train departures for your actual landing date rather than relying on a general schedule
The honest recommendation
If you know you are landing after midnight, book a transfer in advance. A confirmed booking with a driver waiting at arrivals can be worth it after a long flight, provided your booking covers late arrivals. If you prefer to save money, check the bus timetable and plan around it. Taxis are the fallback, and you should agree the price before you set off.
Sources (checked 2026-10-17)
- Taxi price cap within the marked zone (SEK 800 / 825 for 1-4 passengers, SEK 1,275 for 5-8), trips outside the zone at meter rates, pre-booking recommended at night, taxis at Terminals 5 and 2: https://www.swedavia.com/arlanda/taxi/
- Buses run daily around the clock, operators and stops at Terminal 5, buy tickets in advance (the page does not state a walking time or journey time): https://www.swedavia.com/arlanda/buses/
- Arlanda Express 18 minutes, Arlanda North (T5) and Arlanda South (T2, T4); SL Arlanda Central to Stockholm 38 minutes: https://www.swedavia.com/arlanda/trains/
- Arlanda Express trains every 15 minutes, about 18 minutes: https://www.arlandaexpress.com/plan-your-journey
When a private transfer from ARN is the right choice
- Landing after the last train or bus: the driver is booked to your flight number and tracks the real arrival time, so a delay does not cancel the pickup.
- Arrivals after midnight: no searching for a rank or a night surcharge; the price you booked is the price you pay.
- Three or more people: a 4-seat car to Stockholm City Center is from €254, about €64 per person, usually level with or below separate public-transport tickets once you count the walk, the wait and the last mile with bags.
ARN → Stockholm City Center from €172Fixed price, flight tracked, free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup.
Fixed-price private transfer
ARN Stockholm City Center
From€172for 2 passengers
4 passengers: €254 per vehicle, about €64 per person
- Fixed price, no meter
- Flight tracked
- 60 min free waiting
- Driver meets you at arrivals
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup
Other destinations
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Arlanda Express run at night?
Check the operator's timetable for the last and first departures on your date. Swedavia does not publish overnight train hours on its own page, so do not assume a train will meet a late flight. Buses and taxis are the fallback.
Are taxis available at Arlanda after midnight?
Swedavia's contracted taxis wait outside Terminal 5 and Terminal 2, but Swedavia recommends pre-booking at night because taxis can be scarce at busy times.
Is there a night surcharge on Arlanda taxis?
Swedavia's page lists a maximum price within the marked zone (SEK 800 or 825 for 1-4 passengers, SEK 1,275 for 5-8) and does not mention a night surcharge. Trips leaving the zone are charged at regular meter rates. Ask the driver for the price before you set off.
Can I sleep at Arlanda Airport overnight?
Services are reduced overnight and the terminal is not set up for sleeping. If you have an early connection, consider booking a room nearby instead.