Due to the severe snowstorm, SJ has canceled all train traffic north of Gävle until at least Monday morning. Passengers are stranded, and Trafikverket advises against both train and car travel in the area. No replacement buses are being provided due to safety risks.
The heavy snowfall and strong winds have caused widespread disruptions to traffic in northern and eastern Sweden. On Saturday, January 3, 2026, SJ announced that all train lines north of Gävle are canceled until Monday at 10:00. The affected routes include Stockholm–Sundsvall–Umeå–Luleå–Narvik and Stockholm–Östersund–Åre–Duved.
Trafikverket has shut down all train traffic via Gävle and advises against unnecessary car travel in the area until Monday morning, due to risks such as snow drifts, slippery roads, and poor visibility. SMHI's weather warnings for Stockholm and northward end early Sunday morning, but the decision on train traffic rests with Trafikverket.
SJ's press officer Lina Edström explains: 'We're on high alert too. As soon as they allow it, there will be trains.' The company sent SMS notifications to passengers immediately after the decision, but many have expressed frustration over downed chats and long queues for customer service. 'As soon as we got the decision, we had a meeting and sent out an SMS right away. We've tried to be as clear as possible about what passengers can do,' says Edström.
No replacement buses are being provided, as Trafikverket deems it unsafe. 'It's completely impossible. They don't think it's safe enough and don't have the capacity to help us if something happens,' adds Edström. Flights are also affected by cancellations and delays. Passengers are urged to stay updated via SJ and Trafikverket.
