Sustainable Ways to Explore Sweden
As a WWOOFer in Sweden, getting from farm to farm is part of the adventure. Fortunately, there are many climate-smart, affordable, and nature-connected ways to travel around the country. Here are some tips on how to explore Sweden sustainably and economically.
Carpooling – Local, People-Powered Travel
Carpooling is a great way to meet locals, save money, and reduce emissions. In Sweden, the most popular carpooling platform is Skjutsgruppen – a nonprofit initiative where people offer and request rides based on trust and community values.
Bus Travel – Affordable and Accessible
Sweden has a well-developed network of long-distance and regional buses.
FlixBus and Vy Bus4You connect major cities and many smaller towns.
In rural areas, local public transport (Länstrafiken) runs many routes. Download the local app depending on the region:
- Västtrafik – Västra Götaland
- Skånetrafiken – Skåne
- SL – Stockholm
To combine bus and train routes, use ResRobot.
Train Travel – Comfortable and Climate-Friendly
Trains are one of the best ways to travel across Sweden – they’re fast, comfortable, and eco-friendly.
Major train operators include:
Tåg i Bergslagen – regional routes
SJ – high-speed and long-distance routes
Snälltåget – budget-friendly and night train options
Inlandsbanan – scenic inland routes
Cycling – Freedom on Two Wheels
weden is a bike-friendly country, with dedicated lanes, quiet roads, and trains that often allow bikes.
Examples of long-distance bike routes:
- Kattegattleden – along the west coast
- Sydostleden
- Sverigeleden (map via Cykelfrämjandet)
You can rent a bike locally or find a second-hand one on Blocket or in local Facebook groups.
Hiking – Slow Travel, Close to Nature
Walking is the most sustainable way to travel. Many WWOOF farms are located near beautiful hiking trails.
Popular trails include:
Kungsleden – through Lapland
Electric Cars and Charging – Eco-Friendly Driving
If you rent or share a car, consider using an electric vehicle. These apps help you find charging stations:
Boat Travel – See Sweden from the Water
In summer, you can travel sustainably via Sweden’s waterways.
Public Transport and City Cards
In Sweden’s cities, public transport is reliable and climate-friendly. Useful services include:
You can often buy day passes or monthly cards directly in their apps.
Driving – If You Need To
In some areas, driving is the only practical option. If possible, carpool, choose an electric vehicle, and avoid long solo drives. Swedish roads are in excellent condition, and there are many scenic roadside rest areas.
Here is a separate post about car-sharing and some tips about free rides etc see link: https://org.wwoof.se/blog/2025/06/11/car-sharing/
Money-Saving Travel Tips
Also ask your WWOOF host if they can help with transport coordination
Book early via SJ, Snälltåget, or FlixBus
Use youth and student discounts
Travel during off-peak times
Use Skjutsgruppen for ride-sharing
Combine hiking, cycling, and public transport
By traveling sustainably as a WWOOFer, reduce your climate impact and often enjoy deeper and more memorable travel experiences than by taking a plane.
PS: Some hosts worry that WWOOFers’ travel emissions raise the footprint of their farm’s food production.
We agree this is worth talking about.
That’s why hosts are encouraged to state in their profiles if they prioritise WWOOFers who travel in eco-respectful ways (train, bus, slow travel).
Clear values = better matches 🤝
Transparency helps both hosts and WWOOFers make conscious choices.
