- Must visit
Vallby Friluftsmuseum
Outdoor heritage museum with historic farm buildings and animals, ideal for understanding local rural life close to the city.
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Västerås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Västerås will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 27 buses that leave Stockholm Arlanda Airport for Västerås on Thu, Aug 27, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 27 the direct buses cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Thu, Aug 27 the slowest buses will take 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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850Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Västerås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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€17 Average price Cheapest | €29 Average price | €16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Västerås:
A bus is €12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Västerås costing on average €29.
Other travel options to Västerås take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 53m.
You'll arrive about -1h -46m sooner (1h 53m by bus vs 1h 7m by car) and save roughly €-0.59 compared to fuel and tolls (€17 vs €16). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Vy Bus4You, Infobus, Vy Buss.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator UL | Departure Time 03:28AM | Arrival Time 06:11AM | Duration 2h43 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:36AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h44 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:46AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h34 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator UL | Departure Time 07:29AM | Arrival Time 09:43AM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator UL | Departure Time 07:51AM | Arrival Time 09:43AM | Duration 1h52 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:51AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 2h54 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:16AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 2h29 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator UL | Departure Time 08:46AM | Arrival Time 11:37AM | Duration 2h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:31AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h39 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Express Sweden | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:26PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 2h39 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:41PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h39 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:46PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h34 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator UL | Departure Time 03:29PM | Arrival Time 05:28PM | Duration 1h59 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator UL | Departure Time 03:51PM | Arrival Time 05:41PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Express Sweden | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:26PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 2h39 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Express Sweden | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €19 |
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Västerås buses for today, Wednesday, August 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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850 | 8:55 AM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h30 | 10:25 AM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 AM Stockholm, Arlanda Terminal 5 | 2h45 | 12:10 PM Västerås, Resecentrum | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Stockholm, Arlanda T2 | 2h40 | 12:10 PM Västerås, Resecentrum | 1 transfer | |
850 | 9:45 AM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h25 | 11:10 AM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
850 | 11:00 AM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h25 | 12:25 PM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
900 | 12:00 PM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h30 | 1:30 PM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
850 | 12:45 PM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h25 | 2:10 PM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
850 | 1:45 PM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h25 | 3:10 PM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
850 | 2:45 PM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h30 | 4:15 PM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
850 | 3:45 PM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h30 | 5:15 PM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
850 | 4:30 PM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h30 | 6:00 PM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
900 | 5:15 PM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h30 | 6:45 PM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
900 | 6:00 PM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h30 | 7:30 PM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
850 | 6:35 PM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h30 | 8:05 PM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
850 | 7:30 PM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h30 | 9:00 PM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
850 | 9:00 PM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h30 | 10:30 PM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
850 | 10:15 PM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h30 | 11:45 PM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
850 | 11:15 PM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h30 | 12:45 AM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 27 | |||||
850 | 12:15 AM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h30 | 1:45 AM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
850 | 5:30 AM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h30 | 7:00 AM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM Stockholm, Arlanda Terminal 5 | 2h50 | 9:20 AM Västerås, Resecentrum | 1 transfer | |
850 | 6:30 AM Stockholm, Arlanda | 1h25 | 7:55 AM Västerås, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:36 AM Stockholm, Arlanda T2 | 2h44 | 9:20 AM Västerås, Resecentrum | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Västerås run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:12, the last at 23:12. The fastest bus covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 12:12 AM |
Last bus 11:12 PM |
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Outdoor heritage museum with historic farm buildings and animals, ideal for understanding local rural life close to the city.
City art museum with modern and contemporary exhibitions in the cultural quarter, offering a strong overview of regional and Swedish art.
County museum presenting Västmanland history, design, and temporary exhibitions in a central cultural complex by the river.
Lakeside old town quarter with cobbled streets, colorful wooden houses, harbor views, and some of Västerås' most atmospheric walks.
Hilltop park created by Sam Lidman with viewpoints, sculptures, and winding paths that make it a beloved local promenade.
Central square lined with civic buildings and shopping streets, a practical starting point for exploring downtown Västerås on foot.
Gently cured salmon with dill and a mustard sauce. A Swedish classic often served at holidays and smörgåsbord tables across Västerås.
Fried Baltic herring, often served with mashed potatoes, lingonberries and pickled cucumber. A traditional lake-and-coast style Swedish home dish.
Crisp potato pancakes served with lingonberries and often pork. A beloved Swedish comfort food found in homes and traditional lunch menus.
Established café and lunch venue inside Vallby open-air museum, offering traditional Swedish pastries and simple seasonal dishes.
Well-known central restaurant serving Italian-inspired dishes, grilled mains and seafood in a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Refined dining room at Steam Hotel, known for grilled dishes, cocktails and a stylish industrial setting by Lake Mälaren.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining cost more than many EU cities, but local transit is reasonable and card payments are easy for tourists.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not expected. Taxis and cafes usually just round up.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Västerås by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Västerås, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Västerås buses use the to Västerås, Åkesta station pair, with some services arriving at Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen). Use this guide to compare Stockholm Arlanda Airport and Västerås bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Västerås, Åkesta is 7 km from Västerås city centre. Public transport options include:
Västerås, Åkesta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Västerås, Åkesta. ATMs are available at Västerås, Åkesta.
Ticket office support is available at Västerås, Åkesta.
Available at Västerås, Åkesta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Västerås, Åkesta: Accessible pathways and platforms for disabled persons.
Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) is 5 km from Västerås city centre. Public transport options include:
Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen). ATMs are available at Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen).
Ticket office support is available at Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen).
Available at Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen): Bus stop is accessible for people with disabilities.
Västerås, Resecentrum has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Resecentrum (in the station), Bakery Corner (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Västerås, Resecentrum.
Available at Västerås, Resecentrum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Västerås, Resecentrum: Elevators, ramps.
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