Full capacity on trains and buses again - but continued call to keep the restrictions

On Monday, the government announced that several restrictions will be lifted as of July 15, which is part of step 3 of the resolution plan for the restrictions.

The step includes, among other things, that all places on long-distance public transport by train and bus may be booked.

Until 15 July, only half of the places could be booked.

But now you can once again get another passenger next to you.

This also applies to those who have booked their ticket on SJ earlier between 15 July and 15 August.

- If you then bought a ticket with a so-called blocked seat, that restriction no longer applies.

So it can be different if you think you should not sit next to someone, says Tobbe Lundell.

Increased demand for travel

The bus and train company Flixbus / Flixtrain are relieved by the news.

- The demand for travel has increased this summer and is almost back as it was before the pandemic.

We are happy to be able to open up all the seats, says Kajsa Ekelund, communications manager at Flixbus / Flixtrain.

Flixbus / Flixtrain also urges its passengers to continue to adhere to the restrictions.

- Like staying home in case of symptoms.

We will also continue with the extra cleaning that was put in during the pandemic and to have hand alcohol on board, says Kajsa Ekelund.

This applies if you no longer want to travel

If you have a booked ticket, but feel worried about traveling now, SJ's flexibility levels work as usual.

If you have chosen a rebookable trip, you can rebook later.

If you have a cancelable trip, you can book and get your money back.

If you book a ticket, it is not a free cancellation / rebooking as it was at the beginning of the pandemic.

- If you have not bought with any level of flexibility, you can contact our customer service and we can see what we can do, says Tobbe Lundell.

On Flixbus / Flixtrain it is also possible to cancel and rebook.

- We encourage our travelers to have some foresight and book well in advance as both the ticket price and the rebooking fee are more advantageous. It is easier to book or change your trip if you are out in good time, says Kajsa Ekelund.