It doesn't take much time or distance to get to Amsterdam (or the rest of the Netherlands) by car. Of course, you can drive the distance directly, especially if you live in the south of Sweden, but the most convenient option is to stay overnight at least once.
Luckily, there are plenty of interesting things to see along the way, with a few tips further down the page.
Route |
Number of Km |
Approximate time |
Luleå - Umeå |
266 km |
3 hours, 30 minutes |
Umeå - Stockholm |
637 km |
7 hours |
Stockholm - Copenhagen |
657 km |
7 hours |
Copenhagen - Hamburg |
334 km |
4 hours, 30 minutes |
Hamburg - Amsterdam |
464 km |
5 hours |
If you drive from Stockholm to Amsterdam, you can visit several sights and attractions along the way. Here are some suggestions:
- Gränna - This charming town on the banks of Lake Vättern is famous for its candy canes. You can visit candy cane factories and sample the sweet treats.
- Gothenburg - Sweden's second largest city offers plenty to see and do, such as visiting Liseberg, Universeum or exploring Haga, a cozy and historic district.
- Copenhagen - Denmark's capital is a short bridge ride from Malmö and offers many attractions, such as Tivoli Gardens, the Little Mermaid statue and Nyhavn.
- Hamburg - Germany's second largest city is known for its port and shopping. Take a walk in the Speicherstadt or visit the historic St. Pauli district.
- Bremen - This German city is rich in history and culture. Visit the UNESCO-listed Town Hall, St. Peter's Cathedral and the famous statue of the City Musicians of Bremen.
- Groningen - A beautiful university city in the north of the Netherlands. Explore the historic center, visit the Martinitoren or stroll along the canals.
- Utrecht - Another historic city in the Netherlands, famous for its Domtoren / church tower, canals and old town center. Take a canal tour or visit the Museum Speelklok.
- Keukenhof - If you're traveling in spring, visit Keukenhof, a huge flower park with millions of tulips, hyacinths and other flowers.
These are just some of the sights and attractions you can visit along the route from Stockholm to Amsterdam.
Of course, there are many more places to explore depending on your interests and how much time you have on your trip.