Travel to Åre
Photo: Darren Hamlin
Traveling to Åre is quite straight forward. The train station is in the heart of the village, the nearest airport is just over an hour away and the largest airport is just two hours dito. When on site, most things are located within walking distance and if not, there are local means of transportation on offer. Let us guide you on your journey to and from Åre, and how to get around while you’re here.
By Air
There are two airports within a two hours’ drive of Åre. Åre/Östersund Airport is the closest, just over an hour away, and Trondheim Airport in Stjördal is the largest if the two, circa two hours’ drive from Åre. Please note that you may choose a fossil free ticket to promote more climate effective flights. Please check the Avinor (Norway) and Swedavia (Sweden) websites for up-to-date information.
Åre/Östersund Airport
Åre/Östersund Airport is located on Frösön, outside Östersund, a 1 hour and 10 minutes’ drive from Åre. Åre/Östersund Airport is easy to reach, even if you’re traveling from abroad.
Most international visitors first fly into Stockholm—Sweden’s main travel hub—then take a short connecting flight north to Åre/Östersund Airport. There are regular domestic flights from Stockholm all year-round, and during the winter season, you can also fly direct from Copenhagen in Denmank.
Getting to & from Åre/Östersund Airport
- During winter season, transfers (bus or taxi) from Åre/Östersund Airport are available via Åre Transfer (see below).
- Several taxi companies also offer package deals to and from the airport.
- Rental cars are available at the airport (see under Rental Cars).
- During summer and fall when the transfer is not operating, it’s possible to take the local bus to Östersund and then the train to Åre from Östersund Central Station. Please take note of departure times for trains and buses and book your tickets when you book your flight.
- Read more on the Swedavia website.
Trondheim Airport (Vaernes)
Trondheim Airport in Norway is a larger airport than Åre/Östersund with multiple departures to choose from, located in Stjördal, 36 km from Trondheim and circa 2 hours from Åre. Direct flights from Copenhagen, Stockholm, Amsterdam, Helsinki, London, Munich, Riga, Split and more are available.
Transfer to Åre
- The easiest way to get to Åre from Trondheim Airport is by pre-booking your rental car or taxi. See more on transfers from Trondheim Airport >>
- You can take the train from Trondheim Airport to Åre. Trains to and from Åre run twice daily in each direction, with a smooth change in Storlien. The closest train station to Trondheim Airport is Hell, located about 1.4 km from the terminal—an easy 20-minute walk. However, if you have luggage it might be wise to order a taxi. Book your cross-border train journey with Swedish SJ.se website for an “all the way-ticket”. Also, make sure to check the time tables when booking your flight as train departures may not fit your traveling schedule and flight arrival.
Transfer to Trondheim City
- Transfers via train, buses and taxi to Trondheim for connections are available.
By Car
Driving to and in Åre is mostly fairly smooth, although the traffic situation in Åre during peak season can be a challenge.
The European Route called E14 gets you right into Åre centre. It stretches from Trondheim in Norway to Sundsvall on the Swedish eastern coast where it connects to the E4. The E14 passes via Undersåker, Åre, Tegefjäll and Duved and connects to the Norwegian E6 in the west, and to the 321 (via Svenstavik) along the way between Östersund and Åre.
TIP 1 If you plan to drive to Åre, it’s a good idea to check if parking is included in your booked accommodation.
TIP 2 Keep an eye on the current traffic situation via the Swedish Transport Administration’s website.
Good to Know
- In Sweden, we drive on the right-hand side of the road.
- The following things are required to drive in Sweden: Driver’s license, Passport, Insurance certificate, Proof of registration (if you have a rental car, ask the rental company where it is), Warning triangle (required), Studded or other tires approved for winter driving (required in winter).
- 1 kilometre is 0,6 miles. Swedish rental cars will give you speed and distance in kilometres.
- The speed signs are yellow with a red outline. Follow them, especially in densely populated areas as the legal consequences for speeding in areas with lower speed limits are severe.
- Seat belts must be worn, and small children need to be in car seats.
- Make sure you know where you can park your vehicle and download the right parking apps – it’s not always possible to pay by credit card. Don’t park along the road unless you’re sure it’s allowed.
- Drinking and driving is prohibited. You may be asked for a breathalyser test at any time when stopped by police and the limit is 0.02 percent.
Read more useful information on driving in Sweden here >>
Charging Points & Service Stations
There are plenty of charging points and service stations along the E14 and other European Roads as well as the 321 via Svenstavik, and in and around Åre.
Find your charging spot here >>
Parking
Parking is allowed in designated parking lots only. These are marked with Parking signs marked with a P. Nearly all parking lots in Åre and around Åre are paid parking which means you are required to pay by the hour. If you have a season ski pass, you can connect your car’s registration number to your ski pass and park free of charge in SkiStar’s parking lots. Read more >>
How to pay for parking
- Pay via the AimoPark App.
- Use the Text Messaging Service (SMS). All information needed is posted on the parking signs on site.
If you’re spending time in Åre, download the above parking app and connect it to you credit card. In the app you can also search for suitable parking spaces, even those that are free of charge. You can download the app via the links below:
Rental Cars
If your plan is to rent a car in Östersund or Åre, make sure to book your vehicle in connection to booking your flight as availability cannot be guaranteed. The following rental car services are available at Åre/Östersund Airport and in central Östersund.
Avis | Budget| Europcar | Hertz | Mabi | Sixt
For rental cars at Trondheim Airport, go to Trondheim Airport Essential Airport Information and Services >>
By Train
People have travelled to and from Åre by train since 1882 and the train station, a large and modern building with all necessary facilities, is in the heart of the village. Traveling to Åre by train is climate clever, comfortable and offers some nice scenery along the way. On site, you can reach your accommodation by rental car, taxi or the local bus, or you can walk as most locations in Åre is within walking distance.
Good to know
Is my train on time?
On the Swedish Transport Administration’s website you can follow all trains in realtime, get information about any delays or check if the train is on time. Filter your selection by position or train number.
The Key rail Hubs
Stockholm is Sweden’s most important railway hub and most trains depart from, arrive at or pass through Stockholm.
Get around in Åre
You can get around by rental car or taxi all year round. During the winter and summer seasons there are also local buses that allow you to bring skis or bicycles. We have collected information about how to get around Åre on the page On-Site Travel information.
Traveling to and from Norway
For train travels in Norway, go to the NSB website. If you wish to change trains between Norway and Sweden, you might need to book your Norwegian route via NSB and the Swedish route via SJ.se.
Operators
– The National Swedish Railway company
SJ operates routes to and from Åre and Duved daily, all year round. Their booking system also allows you to book tickets for routes operated by other train companies. Please note that from 28 April 2025 there are no longer any night trains available from Gothenburg. Stockholm will be the start and end station for the night train to and from Åre.
Day Trains, Stockholm – Åre | Daily departures, with or without changing trains.
Night Trains, Stockholm – Åre | Night trains are available for booking to and from Åre and Stockholm daily.
Night Trains, Gothenburg – Åre | Until April 27th 2025, night trains were available for booking from Gothenburg to Åre. From April 28th, these departures are no longer available and Stockholm will be start and end station for the night train.
National and international routes
Snälltåget offers night train departures during from Malmö in the south of Sweden to Åre during the summer and winter seasons. In Undersåker, Snälltåget offers transfers to Edsåsdalen and Vålådalen in Southern Årefjällen.
Night Train, Malmö/Stockholm – Åre | Wednesdays and Saturdays
Night Train, Åre – Malmö/Stockholm | Thursdays and Sundays
Regional trains
Norrtåg operates the route from Umeå in the North, to Åre via Sundsvall where you need to change trains. The regional train stops in Östersund, Järpen and Duved, among others. For information about traveling during Åre Höstmarknad (Åre Autumn Market), see below.
Bus to & in Åre
Regional & National Bus Services
Länstrafiken offers regional and local public transportation in the county of Jämtland.
Express bus during the winter season to Åre from Stockholm with stops in Uppsala, Gävle, Sundsvall and Östersund. Same return path.
Book a ”private” bus
Book your own bus transport through one of the local transport companies. Svenssons i Saxvallen offers flexible bus transportation for private and group trips. Topptaxi is another company that offer bus transportation.
Local Bus Services
The ski bus takes you around our ski area from Duved to Åre Björnen. It is available during winter season respectively and follows the lifts’ opening hours. Traveling by ski bus is free of charge for those with a valid Ski Pass. For more info, go to SkiStar’s website >>
During summer bus number 702 run in a similar fashion to the ski bus between Åre and Björnen. There are plenty of stops along the way so you can choose where to get on and off. For example, you can take the 702 from Åre Train Station to Björnen when arriving by train.
- Traveling is free of charge for anyone with a valid Bike Pass and if you do not have one, one can be purchased via Länstrafiken Jämtland’s app.
- Timetable bus line 702 >>
Caravan/Camper
Traveling by caravan or camper is a great way to get around. There are designated parking lots for caravans and camper vans, that might offer facilities and service points such as charging outlets and fresh water sources, as it is usually not permitted to park overnight at regular parking lots. Make sure to check availability in advance.
For more information on caravan and camper parkings in and around Åre, go to On-site Travel Information.
Weather in Åre
The weather in Åre can be fickle, as is the case in mountainous terrain anywhere. Make sure to stay updated on the current weather situation as the conditions can change very rapidly, regardless of the season. Here are some tips on where you can check the weather before heading out on your tour or day trip.
SMHI – the Official Swedish National Weather Service
YR.NO – the Official Norwegian National Weather Service
Read more about the weather in Åre and the very particular weather phenomena that can occur in Åre here.
Further Information
How do you find a supermarket? And where can I make a cash withdrawal, or find the hospital or police? How do I get around Åre and how do I find my perfect accommodation? The questions are many but don’t worry, just read on below and they’ll be fewer.
