The cheapest and fastest trains from Borås to Kalmar
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
3 h 3 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
237 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Borås to Kalmar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Borås to Kalmar will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 12 trains that leave Borås for Kalmar on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 237 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 3 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 35 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.
335 SJ
2 Västtrafik+
335 SJ
331 SJ
1 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik · 7225 Västtrafik
1 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik · 7223 Västtrafik
335 SJ
343 SJ
331 SJ
2 Västtrafik+
335 SJ
2 Västtrafik+
331 SJBorås - KalmarCompare Oresundstag, JLT


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Borås to Kalmar
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Borås to Kalmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €13, and a bus costs an average of €29.
Distance: 147 miles (237 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€32 Average price Cheapest | €44 Average price |
4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 23m Average total duration 9h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Borås to Kalmar train times
The table below shows live departures for Borås to Kalmar trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
159 Västtrafik · 100 Västtrafik+ 1047 Öresundstågen · 1040 Öresundstågen | 2:40 AM Borås | 9h19 | 11:59 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
100 Västtrafik+ 1047 Öresundstågen · 1040 Öresundstågen | 4:30 AM Borås Centralstation | 7h29 | 11:59 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik · 7225 Västtrafik | 8:01 AM Borås | 6h04 | 2:05 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 5 transfers | |
1 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik · 7223 Västtrafik | 8:01 AM Borås | 6h04 | 2:05 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 5 transfers | |
550 Västtrafik+ 172 SJ+ 7225 Västtrafik+ 529 X 2000 | 8:23 AM Hedared | 6h20 | 2:43 PM Kalmar, Snurrom | 5 transfers | |
550 Västtrafik+ 331 SJ+ 401 Kalmar LT (smågods) | 11:26 AM Hedared | 4h37 | 4:03 PM Kalmar, Snurrom | 2 transfers | |
2 Västtrafik+ 331 SJ | 11:57 AM Borås | 3h35 | 3:32 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
331 SJ | 12:14 PM Borås Centralstation | 3h18 | 3:32 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
2 Västtrafik+ 335 SJ | 1:42 PM Borås | 3h20 | 5:02 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
335 SJ | 1:59 PM Borås Centralstation | 3h03 | 5:02 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
550 Västtrafik+ 184 SJ+ 7249 Västtrafik+ 541 X 2000 | 2:26 PM Hedared | 5h57 | 8:23 PM Kalmar, Snurrom | 5 transfers | |
343 SJ | 5:59 PM Borås Centralstation | 3h03 | 9:02 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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SJ as well as Oresundstag, JLT and Västtrafik offer trains services from Borås to Kalmar. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Borås to Kalmar.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SJ, but also compare tickets for the likes of Oresundstag, JLT and Västtrafik to find the best option for your trip from Borås to Kalmar.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Borås to Kalmar
Trains from Borås to Kalmar run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:48, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 147 miles (237 km) distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 147 miles (237 km) |
Average train duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 01:48 |
Last train 23:10 |
Train companies: SJ, Oresundstag, JLT, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Borås to Kalmar trainsSJ, Oresundstag, JLT, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Borås and Kalmar from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Borås to Kalmar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Borås to Kalmar by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kalmar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Borås to Kalmar
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Stationsgatan.
- Restaurant Viskan
- Café Bakgården
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 10
- Quality Hotel Grand
- Scandic Plaza Borås
- Comfort Hotel Jazz
- Located in the main hall
- SIXT
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Gothenburg and regional destinations
- Bus: Vy Buss
- Train: SJ Regional trains
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with 24-hour access.
- Kallskänken
- Restaurang Byttan
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Clarion Collection Hotel Packhuset
- First Hotel Witt
- Calmar Stadshotell
- Located in the main hall
- SIXT
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance connections
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