Aurora Night train · SJ (Statens Järnvägar)

Stockholm to Narvik night train

Everything you need to plan the Stockholm–Narvik sleeper: operators, cabins, times, prices and rail-pass rules.

Duration

19h 30m

Frequency

Daily (reduced to 1x daily in 2026)

Departure

17:29

Arrival

13:03

Distance

1456 km

night

1 night onboard

Check availability

From €40

We link to the operator — we never mark up the fare.

Cabins & typical prices

Seat From €40

Couchette From €70

Sleeper Cabin From €110

Why take this train

One of Europe's longest night-train journeys at 1,456 km
Crosses the Arctic Circle en route to Kiruna and Narvik
Service was reduced to one daily departure in April 2026 amid a contract dispute
A new SJ contract (Dec 2026-2028) secures the direct Stockholm-Narvik service going forward
Popular for reaching Swedish Lapland for the northern lights or midnight sun

Rail passes & reservations

EurailPartial

InterrailPartial

Reservation requiredYes

Reservation compulsory; supplement applies for pass holders.

Before you use train or station Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi on a train or in a station is a network shared with other passengers. A VPN encrypts the connection between your device and the VPN server, one extra layer when you check email or log in to accounts on the road. NordVPN is one option.

See NordVPN

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Stockholm to Narvik night train take?

The journey takes about 19h 30m.

How much does the Stockholm–Narvik sleeper cost?

Fares start from around €40 and rise with demand and cabin type. Booking early gets the lowest prices.

Is the Stockholm to Narvik train covered by Eurail or Interrail?

Partly — pass holders travel but pay a compulsory reservation and cabin supplement.

What cabin types are available?

You can choose between seat, couchette and sleeper cabin. A berth reservation is required.