Practical Information
Here you'll find practical information to make your stay easier and more enjoyable. We've gathered tips about the nearest bus stops, grocery stores, restaurants, and other useful places in Kiruna. This way, you can spend less time searching and more time enjoying your visit.
How to get to your stay
✈️ If you arrive in Kiruna by plane, you can take the airport bus to Kiruna City. Kiruna Airport is about 10 km from the house. Get off at the last bus stop OK-Parken – the ride takes around 25 minutes – and then walk about 4 minutes to the house. The timetable is adapted to, and therefore changes in relation to, departures and arrivals to and from Kiruna Airport. Ticket prices for 2025 are 110 SEK for adults, 55 SEK for youth (7–17), and free for children under 7. Tickets are bought directly on the bus with a credit card, and only single tickets are available.
Read more about the bus:
https://falcksomnibus.se/flygbuss-kiruna-airport-kiruna-city/
Way from OK-Parken to our home at Kengisgatan 1:
🚖 If you want a quick and comfortable way to reach the house, you can either order an UBER or take a TAXI from Kiruna Airport or the train station in Kiruna City. From the airport, the ride takes about 12 minutes and costs around 400 SEK for 2 or 3 persons, while from the train station it takes about 4 minutes.
You can also pre-book a taxi to meet you when you arrive.
For Flygtaxi call 08-120 920, or visit:
https://www.flygtaxi.se/en/;jsessionid=C0B7D508B99EEC7F3EABA7D37C073B1C
For Taxi Kiruna, call 0980-120 20 or visit
https://www.sverigetaxi.se/kiruna
🚉 If you arrive in Kiruna by train, you can take the transfer bus from the railway station upon the train's arrival. The train station is about 2,5 km from the house. The bus departure time is adjusted to the train's arrival time, and the bus leaves once all passengers have boarded. If the train is delayed, the bus might not always wait at the station. The transfer bus is free of charge. Get off at the OK-Parken stop and then walk about 4 minutes to the house.
Supermarket
There is a grocery store called Coop on Lappgatan 15, about a 9-minute walk from the house.
Open every day from 07:00 to 23:00
Opening hours may be different on public holiday
Kiruna Hospital
Address: Thulegatan 29, Kiruna
Phone: 0980-730 00
If you become ill or injured and need help, first call 1177. You will speak with experienced nurses who can give you advice and tell you where to go.
If you have a serious or life-threatening illness or injury, call 112 immediately.
1177 is open 24 hours a day by phone and online at 1177.se. They can give you advice and connect you with the nearest on-call clinic if needed.
You can take the local bus that stops at "Sjukhuset" (the Hospital). Bus lines that go past the hospital include the purple line and the yellow/green line.
Car Rental
There are several places in Kiruna where you can rent a car. Some companies are located directly at the airport or the train station, while others have offices in the city center.
Below you will find a table with detailed information about each company, including their address, phone number, website and opening hours.
Local Buses
Kiruna has a small but reliable local bus network that can help you get around the town easily. You can buy tickets on the bus (cash or card) or use the Länstrafiken Norrbotten app for digital tickets.
Bus routes (Autumn 2025 – Spring 2026):
- Red line: Tuolluvaara – City square (Stadshustorget) – Lastvägen – Radarn – Lombolo Backe – Coop – Jägaregatan – Parish hall – Sports hall – Adolf Hedinsvägen – LKAB.
- Purple line: Raketen – Solvinden – Planetvägen – City square – Hagelstigen – Kvantum – Hospital – Sports hall – Norrmalm – Porfyren – back the same way to Raketen.
⚠️ This line does not stop at Lombolo Backe or Coop → faster travel.
Special morning trip: Hagelstigen – City square – Planetvägen – Signalen – Lombolo Backe – Coop – Hospital – Sports hall – Norrmalm – Porfyren – LKAB. - Green line (weekends): Tuolluvaara – City square – Lastvägen – Signalen – Solvinden – Lombolo Strand – Lombolo Backe – Coop – Hospital – Sports hall – Norrmalm – Porfyren – and back the same way.
Tickets
Adult (26+): 32 kr
Youth (20–25): 24 kr
School youth (7–19): 16 kr
Children (0–6): Free (2 children travel free with 1 paying adult)
More information:
https://kiruna.se/trafik--resor/buss-flyg-och-tag/lokaltrafik-tidtabeller-och-priser.html
Shopping
In Kiruna, you will find both everyday stores and unique shops with local products. The new city centre (Kiruna C) is located about 3,8 km from home and is the main shopping area, with cafés, boutiques, and national chains. It is a nice place to walk around and explore.
There are several shopping options. Some shops are located in the new city centre (Kiruna C), while others are spread across different parts of the town.
If you are looking for souvenirs and local delicacies, Hedla AB and Thornéus Renprodukter are great choices. They sell reindeer products, cloudberry jam, cheese, chocolate, and traditional handicrafts.
For clothing and outdoor gear, you can visit Centrum JW Lindgren, a historic clothing shop, or Vildmarkshörnan, which specializes in equipment for hiking, winter activities, and fishing.
You can also find small gift shops like Northern Lights Shop, where you will find souvenirs and local crafts.
Food Tips
Here are some top-rated restaurants in Kiruna, recommended for their high ratings and popular dishes. Perfect for visitors who want the best local food experiences.
Stejk Street Food is a small, family-run food truck in the center of Kiruna. It is very popular and serves big burgers and subs, often with local meat like reindeer or moose. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available. Many visitors recommend the Arctic cheese steak sub.
Arctic Thai & Grilll offers tasty Thai food in a relaxed atmosphere. You can find curries, noodles, and other Asian dishes. The restaurant is family-friendly and also good for takeaway.
Camp Ripan Restaurant has a hotel restaurant serving high-quality Arctic dishes. They use local ingredients like reindeer and whitefish. The tasting menu is a great way to try several dishes in one meal, perfect for a special dinner.
The Bishops Arms is a pub-style restaurant in Kiruna. It serves classic pub food, such as burgers and steaks, and offers a good selection of beers. It is cozy and popular in the evenings.
Restaurant Fe is located in the Elite Hotel Frost. It serves modern Nordic cuisine with a focus on local flavors. The dishes are prepared with care and creativity, perfect for a fine dining experience.
Spill Saluhall & Eatery offers Nordic fusion dishes in a modern, casual setting. Many dishes use local ingredients, and the menu is varied. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed.
Public Holidays in Sweden
Please note that in Sweden, opening hours for supermarkets, shops, and restaurants may change during public holidays. Some places might close earlier, open later, or remain closed for the whole day. If you are planning to shop or eat out, it is always a good idea to check the opening hours in advance, especially around Christmas (December 24-26), New Year's Eve and New Year's day (December 31 & January 1), Easter (April), National Day (June 6) Midsummer (June), and other national holidays.