The cheapest and fastest trains from Borås to Vanersborg
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Borås to Vanersborg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Borås to Vanersborg will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 33 trains that leave Borås for Vanersborg on Fri, May 08, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.
6 Västtrafik · 3826 Västtrafik6:42 AM1h42Borås8:24 AMVänersborg, Centralstation$41One-way1 transfer
8 Västtrafik · 3844 Västtrafik5:02 PM2h01Borås7:03 PMVänersborg, Centralstation$41One-way1 transfer
3846 Västtrafik6:13 PM1h31Borås Centralstation7:44 PMVänersborg, Centralstation$41One-way0 transfers
3836 Västtrafik · 3840 Västtrafik2:48 PM1h57Borås Centralstation4:45 PMVänersborg, Centralstation$41One-way1 transfer
6 Västtrafik · 3846 Västtrafik5:57 PM1h47Borås7:44 PMVänersborg, Centralstation$41One-way1 transfer
3824 Västtrafik5:51 AM1h28Borås Centralstation7:19 AMVänersborg, Centralstation$41One-way0 transfers
3828 Västtrafik8:15 AM1h29Borås Centralstation9:44 AMVänersborg, Centralstation$41One-way0 transfers
3826 Västtrafik6:54 AM1h30Borås Centralstation8:24 AMVänersborg, Centralstation$41One-way0 transfers
3846 Västtrafik6:13 PM1h31Borås Centralstation7:44 PMVänersborg, Centralstation$41One-way0 transfers
3834 Västtrafik12:18 PM1h31Borås Centralstation1:49 PMVänersborg, Centralstation$41One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Borås to Vanersborg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Borås to Vanersborg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $15.
Distance: 50 miles (82 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$5 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Borås to Vanersborg:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Borås to Vanersborg costing on average $16 (€12).
Other travel options to Vanersborg take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 53m.
Live departures
Borås to Vanersborg train times
The table below shows live departures for Borås to Vanersborg trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:14 PM Borås | 1h49 | 6:03 PM Vanersborg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
100 Västtrafik · 3224 Västtrafik | 4:09 AM Borås Centralstation | 2h45 | 6:54 AM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
2 Västtrafik · 3824 Västtrafik | 5:33 AM Borås | 1h46 | 7:19 AM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
3824 Västtrafik | 5:51 AM Borås Centralstation | 1h28 | 7:19 AM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
6 Västtrafik · 3826 Västtrafik | 6:42 AM Borås | 1h42 | 8:24 AM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
3826 Västtrafik | 6:54 AM Borås Centralstation | 1h30 | 8:24 AM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7330 Västtrafik · 3234 Västtrafik | 6:58 AM Borås Centralstation | 2h24 | 9:22 AM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
8 Västtrafik · 3828 Västtrafik | 8:03 AM Borås | 1h41 | 9:44 AM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
3828 Västtrafik | 8:15 AM Borås Centralstation | 1h29 | 9:44 AM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7336 Västtrafik · 3242 Västtrafik | 9:02 AM Borås Centralstation | 2h20 | 11:22 AM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
3832 Västtrafik | 9:46 AM Borås Centralstation | 2h47 | 12:33 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
2 Västtrafik · 3834 Västtrafik | 12:06 PM Borås | 1h43 | 1:49 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
3834 Västtrafik | 12:18 PM Borås Centralstation | 1h31 | 1:49 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Borås to Vanersborg
Trains from Borås to Vanersborg run on average 71 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (82 km) distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 50 miles (82 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 71 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Borås to Vanersborg trainsVästtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Borås and Vanersborg from $5 (€4). 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 Vanersborg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Borås to Vanersborg 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 Vanersborg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Borås to Vanersborg
- 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
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours.
- Sushi Ro
- Restaurang Koppargrillen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 5
- Quality Hotel Vänersborg
- Best Western Arena Hotell
- Strand Hotell
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to regional and local destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and local train services
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Train: Regional trains to Gothenburg and Stockholm
- Bus: Local bus services available
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