Direct route to Åre and the Jämtland Mountains!
Let Snälltåget take you to your next mountain adventure! How about Åre this summer? Hike on Åreskutan, mountain bike, kayak, try white-water rafting, or simply enjoy good food and drinks in a stunning mountain setting. If you want to explore more of the beautiful, wild, and tranquil mountain world, continue your journey with our connecting buses to Vålådalen and Storulvån, where the hiking trails to the tundra begin. You can also travel to Storlien and its classic high mountain hotel. Welcome aboard!
Departures and timetables 2025
Snälltåget operates services to Åre and the Jämtland mountains during the summer and early autumn, from 25 June to 28 September 2025.
Click here to view the train timetable and read more about the train journey, comfort levels, luggage, bike check-in, rebooking, and more.
Special offer: Private compartment
Travel comfortably in your own private compartment:
- 1–2 people: from 1,499 SEK
- 3 people: from 2,249 SEK
- 4–6 people: from 2,999 SEK
The price is for a one-way trip with a rebookable ticket. The offer is valid for departures on Thursdays and Sundays during the periods 25 June–6 July and 13 August–27 September. Limited availability, so book early!
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Connecting bus/taxi 🚐
In addition to our trains, you can always continue your journey with our connecting buses/taxis, which you can book together with your train journey.
In Undersåker, we offer transfers to Edsåsdalen, Trillevallen, and Vålådalen.
In Enafors, we offer transfers to Storulvån.
New! Book a package trip to Åre 🛏️
Book a package with both train travel and lodging through SkiStar. At SkiStar.com, you can easily book your accommodation while booking your train journey to the mountains.
What’s happening in Åre summer 2025? 📅
St Olavsloppet June 26–28
A Swedish/Norwegian running race with a relay between Östersund and Trondheim along the scenic St Olavsleden. A true folk festival that returns with a stage stop in Åre this year. Don’t miss Mini-Olav for the kids!
Fjällmaraton Gastronomy June 28–29
Enjoy local food craftsmanship served at stations along the classic Fjällmaraton trails. The 25 or 43 km routes are perfect for those who want to experience the Fjällmaraton trails at a more relaxed pace, with delicious food and drinks along the way.
Åre Bike Festival July 2–6
This summer’s big cycling event in Åre with activities for both participants and spectators. Keep an eye out for the full program, which is growing behind the scenes.
Swedeman Xtreme Triathlon July 5
Swim under Sweden’s largest waterfall, cycle 200 km through Jämtland’s wilderness, and run up to the summit of Åreskutan. Swedeman is part of the Xtreme Triathlon World Tour, so this course is no walk in the park!
Music Evening by Åresjön – Amanda Jensen July 9 & Dina ögon July 23
A new outdoor stage by Åresjön, where Jubel and Holiday Club Åre collaborate to produce grand summer evenings by the water with the mountains as a backdrop. First up is Amanda Jensen on July 9 and Dina ögon on July 23.
Västgård Game Fair July 25–27
Årefjällen’s game fair at Västgård in Kall. A fair focusing on rural and outdoor life, with activities such as fishing, hunting, motors, forestry, agriculture, dogs, and horses.
Fjällmaraton Week July 26–August 2
A whole week of different running races in the mountain environment, from 8 to 100 km. Among the races are the Quarter Mara, Half Mara, Mini Marathon, and Fjällmaraton. You can choose which day you want to complete certain races.
Fjällmaraton Night August 23
After the success of the anniversary race in 2024, there will be a new chance to experience the "Dream Course". Start at 4:00 in the morning and run through the rugged landscape. At the finish line, a breakfast buffet with local delicacies from Majas Skafferi awaits.
Visit Åre Autumn Market 🍂
September 26–28, 2025
Åre Autumn Market is a colorful event with over 150 exhibitors and local producers. For three days, Åre village, Björnen, and Duved will be filled with music, local food, activities, and a wonderful atmosphere. Stroll around and enjoy everything the autumn market has to offer.
Opening hours for lifts and Åre Bike Park
Åre Bike Park and the lifts are open from 6 June to 28 September 2025. During this period, you can enjoy both downhill biking and hiking in the mountain environment.
Opening Hours for Åre Bike Park Downhill and Lifts
6–15 June: Friday–Sunday 10:00–16:00 (Stjärnliften). A selection of trails is open.
20–29 June: Daily 10:00–16:00 (Stjärnliften, Kabinbanan, VM8:an). All trails open for the season.
30 June–17 August: Daily 10:00–16:00 (Stjärnliften, Kabinbanan, VM8:an, Gondolen). All trails open.
18–31 August: Daily 10:00–16:00 (Stjärnliften & Kabinbanan). Thursday–Sunday also VM8:an.
4–28 September: Thursday–Sunday 10:00–16:00 (Stjärnliften, VM8:an, Kabinbanan). All biking and hiking trails open.
Bergbanan (Funicular) Opening Hours
27 June–17 August: Daily 10:00–16:00 (departure every 20 minutes).
22 August–27 September: Friday–Saturday 10:00–16:00 (departure every 20 minutes).
Please note that opening hours may change due to weather conditions. For the latest information on maps, trail status, weather, and opening hours, visit SkiStar's website.
Hiking for beginners?
Have you never hiked the mountains before, but would like to try? Our tip is to travel to Åre, check in at the Holiday Club or Copperhill and make easier day hikes at Åreskutan. Enjoy the fresh air and the stunning views during the day, indulge in a nice dinner in the evening and have a good night's sleep in white sheets. Åre Sweden offers you many tips on how to plan your hikes in Åre.
You can also choose to stay in a cabin or apartment, rented from AGO i Åre or Skistar Åre.
An alternative if you have already been to Åre or would like to stay closer to nature, is staying in Edsåsdalen or at Vålådalens Fjällstation. There are many nice trails for day hikes in the area.
I have hiked before – tell me about the trails and how to get there!
For moderate or advanced hikers, the mountains in Jämtland and Härjedalen have a lot to offer.
Svenska Turistföreningen (Swedish Tourist Association) has a lot of tips on their website.
Jämtlandstriangeln (The Jämtland Triangle), Thursday–Sunday
Buy your ticket to and from Storulvåns fjällstation (Storulvån mountain lodge). The train takes you to Enafors and from there we have a 30 minute bus ride to the mountain lodge in Storulvån. Have some more breakfast if you like, before starting the hike to Sylarna's mountain lodge for the first overnight stay. Continue to Blåhammaren's mountain lodge and enjoy a tasty dinner. The last day of hiking is your return to Storulvån. You can make some smaller hikes around the mountain lodge before departing on Sunday afternoon.
You can also hike from Blåhammaren to Storlien and take the train from Storlien on your way home.
Storulvån–Sylarna–Helags–Vålåstugorna–Vålådalen, Sunday–Thursday
Buy your ticket with arrival to Storulvåns fjällstation (Storulvån mountain lodge) and departure from Vålådalen. The train takes you to Enafors and from there we have a 30 minute bus ride to the mountain lodge in Storulvån. Have some more breakfast if you like, before starting the hike to Sylarna's mountain lodge for the first overnight stay. The next day, continue to Helgag's mountain lodge and enjoy a tasty dinner. The day after continues with a rather long hike, including wading across the river Ljungen to Vålåstugorna (the Vålå Cabins) where you can try a simple life with an outhouse and making your own dinner. The last day is hiking to Vålådalen where you can enjoy the surroundings on the last day before your return journet, when there is a bus journey back to Undersåker station.
Vålådalsfyrkanten (The Vålådal Square)
Buy your ticket to and from Vålådalens Fjällstation (Vålådalen mountain lodge). The train takes you to Undersåker and from there we have a 45 minute bus ride to Vålådalen. Maybe have some more brekafast and stock up on supplies before starting the hike towards Lunndören's mountain lodge. The hike is into four day hikes, with overnight stays in the mountain lodges of Lunndörren, Vålåstugorna and Stensdalen.