Driving Tips in Stockholm, Sweden

Car Hire Depot information in Stockholm

DriveAway Holidays offer unbeatable rates and a wide range of vehicles with our suppliers in Stockholm. The suppliers are conveniently located either at the Stockholm airport terminal, or just outside the terminal grounds with shuttle services available for your convenience, and downtown depots located in the city. Stockholm Arlanda Airport is located just 42 kilometres from the city centre, approximately 35 minutes drive.

Car Hire Driving Distances from Stockholm

• Visby – 205kms (4 hrs/ 15 mins)
• Gothenburg – 470 kms (5 hrs/ 10 mins)
• Ostersund – 565 kms (7 hrs)

Driving Licence

A full valid driver’s license is required for a minimum of 1 year. An International licence is required for Australian drivers licence holders.

Age Restrictions

Generally the minimum age is 21 years, but can vary between the car hire company and location. Maximum age limits apply in some locations, a young/senior driver surcharge may apply. Please check Terms and Conditions when making an enquiry or booking.

Rules and Regulations

General driving rules and regulations in Sweden;

• Vehicles drive on the right hand side of the road.
• Pass cars in the left hand side of the road.
• Using a mobile phone while driving is prohibited, with the exception of a hands free system.
• Seat belts are mandatory and must be worn by all passengers and driver.
• Dipped headlights are to be used at all times.
• Drivers are to carry at all times while driving, a valid drivers licence, registration documents and insurance documents.

Equipment

Its is highly recommended for motorists to carry in their vehicles a warning triangle, reflective vest, first-aid kit and a fire extinguisher in case of a breakdown, accident, incident or emergency.

Child Safety Seats

Children under 7 years old are required to be seated in a appropriate child seat.

Speed Limits

Be aware of your driving speed, heavy fines apply to motorists driving faster than the posted limit. Below are the speed limits in Sweden, unless signed otherwise;

• Urban Areas (built up areas): 30-50km/h
• Rural Roads (outside towns): 70km/h
• Motorways: 90-110km/h

Drink Driving

The legal blood alcohol content (BAC) in Sweden is 0.02mg/100ml.

Tolls

No motorway tolls exist in Sweden.

Road Signs

Road signs in Poland follow the same order like other countries in Europe. Signs will commonly be displayed in the countries local language with English shown below, however for easy understanding symbols are used mostly. You may notice majority of signs will have a yellow/orange background, this helps with visibility during the winter seasons as white signs make it more difficult to see with snow. Warning signs uses a yellow background with black text/symbol in the middle and red border instead of black on white. Prohibitory Signs are generally found in a circle shape either black on white/yellow or white on blue with a red border. Mandatory signs will have a blue background with white text or symbol. Information Signs come in a blue or green background with white text or/and a symbol.

Parking

Parking in Stockholm is strictly regulated and quite expensive, so make sure to check signage before leaving your vehicle. Most cities will operate using the pay-n-display system, tickets need to be bought from nearby machines and be placed on your front windscreen.

Visa Information

Visa, passport and entry requirements for Australians visiting Sweden;

• Australians holding a Australian passport do not require a tourist visa for stays up to 90 days. Contact the Swedish Consulate or Embassy in your local state for additional information regarding working permits or other special visa's.
• A valid passport is required.

*Please note distances and time should only be used as a guide, and may vary according to the route taken.

Last Updated 4 June 2010