Yes - although Sälen does not have its own railway station, train plus bus is a proven and convenient solution for travellers who want to travel comfortably and sustainably. The most common route is to take the train to Mora and continue by transfer bus to Sälenfjällen. From Stockholm, the journey to Mora takes about four to five hours by direct train, then about one and a half to two hours by bus to Lindvallen, Högfjället, Tandådalen or Hundfjället. Malung station is closer in kilometres but has fewer departures and requires more frequent changes in Borlänge.
Bus to Sälen
There is no rail service to Sälen; the bus covers the final stretch. During the winter of 2026/27, the Snälltåget service will run between Malmö–Stockholm–Mora on Saturdays from 19 December to 10 April, with a connecting bus from Mora stopping at Lindvallen, at the Högfjällshotellet, at Tandådalen and Hundfjället; the bus is timed to connect with the train, takes 2–2.5 hours and is easiest to book together with your train ticket. All year round, Dalatrafik’s route 133 runs from Mora to Sälen’s village to Lindvallen to Hundfjället, and route 317 Stöten–Hundfjället–Tandådalen–Högfjället–Lindvallen–Transtrand–Malung; the 2026/27 winter timetable had not been published at the time of writing; please check dalatrafik.se. Once up in the mountains, the SkiStars ski bus is free with a valid SkiPass or cross-country pass between Lindvallen, Högfjället, Tandådalen and Hundfjället. Practical information for your journey – car, flights, tyres, packing: plan your journey to Sälen.
From Mora to Sälen
Mora is the train’s terminus; from there, it is 13 mil and just under two hours by car, or by bus as mentioned above. If there’s no suitable bus service, car hire is available in Mora, and for a group of eight to twelve people, hiring a minibus from Mora is often both cheaper and more convenient than taking several taxis. Expect to arrive at the houses 2–2.5 hours after the train’s arrival; check-in is from 4 pm using an access code, so arriving in Mora in the afternoon is fine.
Bus and transfer from the railway station
Bus connections between Mora or Malung and Sälen are mainly operated by Dalatrafik and seasonal operators. During the winter season, extra services are added to coincide with train arrival times. For families or groups with a lot of luggage, a pre-booked transfer or hired minibus may be the most convenient option. Talk to your rental company; many of these companies act as agents or residing in Sälen at Sälengodset help organise pick-up at the train or book shared transport directly to the cabin.
The easiest way to book
Buy a train ticket to Mora station on sj.se, find a connecting bus to your stop in Sälen by, Lindvallen, Högfjället, Tandådalen, Hundfjället or Stöten via Dalatrafik or seasonal line. If you want a seamless journey, you can let your conference accommodation or mountain host to confirm a private transfer that matches the arrival of the train. Always arrange transfer times in advance, especially during peak seasons such as sports holidays, Christmas, New Year and Easter.
Advantages of trains to Sälen
The advantages of train and bus to Sälen are many: lower climate impact than car, no winter driving on the Mora-Sälen route, possibility to read, work or rest and easy logistics for families with children. For a smooth experience - book well in advance, choose departures with reasonable changes, pre-book transfers and pack your ski equipment in durable cases. The combination is particularly suitable for companies and groups travelling to activities in the mountains without having to drive a car themselves.
Executive summary
You can't take the train all the way up the mountain, but the train journey to Mora or Malung combined with a bus or shuttle service provides a comfortable, sustainable and often competitive alternative to a car. Travel easily to Sälenfjällen, book accommodation near the slope via Sälengodset's exclusive mountain house and experience how easy it is to reach the mountains without driving a single winter mile yourself.