- Must visit
Vallby Friluftsmuseum
Open-air museum with historic buildings, farm environments, and seasonal programs presenting regional life and traditions.
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
1 h 34 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Borlänge to Västerås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Borlänge to Västerås will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 3 trains that leave Borlänge for Västerås on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Borlänge to Västerås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a bus costs an average of $14.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Borlänge to Västerås:
A train is $4 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Borlänge to Västerås costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Västerås take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 11m.
Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $28 (€23) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6 (€5). The journey takes 1h 47m versus 1h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Borlänge to Västerås trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:27 AM Borlänge | 2h03 | 6:30 AM Västerås | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:27 AM Borlänge | 2h03 | 7:30 AM Västerås | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:56 AM Borlänge | 1h34 | 7:30 AM Västerås | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Borlänge to Västerås run on average 53 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 53 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:10 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Open-air museum with historic buildings, farm environments, and seasonal programs presenting regional life and traditions.
Regional museum with exhibitions on Västmanland history, archaeology, design, and local culture in central Västerås.
City art museum showing contemporary art, photography, and changing exhibitions in the Karlsgatan cultural area.
Large outdoor area with forest trails, shoreline views, and nature walks, very popular for active local recreation.
Hilltop park and walking area with city views, sculptures, and a relaxed local atmosphere close to the center.
Central square surrounded by historic urban fabric, shops, and regular city life, ideal as a starting point.
Crispy Swedish potato pancakes traditionally served with fried pork and lingonberries, a classic comfort dish widely eaten in central Sweden.
Cured salmon with dill, sugar, and salt, usually served with hovmästarsås. It is a staple of Swedish festive and everyday dining.
Swedish meatballs with mashed potatoes, cream sauce, lingonberries, and pickled cucumber, one of the country’s most iconic meals.
A well-known central Västerås restaurant with a polished bistro style, strong seasonal cooking, and an upscale but relaxed atmosphere.
A stylish dining option inside the landmark Steam Hotel, known for its atmospheric industrial setting and higher-end hotel restaurant experience.
An established steakhouse-style restaurant recognized for grilled dishes, quality ingredients, and a modern dining room in central Västerås.
Sweden is pricey for many visitors. Everyday dining and coffee cost more than in much of Europe, though local transport and casual lunches are manageable.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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Västerås Central Station, Västerås -> Västerås City Center, Västerås
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Borlänge to Västerås 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 Västerås, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Borlänge to Västerås trains use the Borlänge Centralstation to Västerås Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Västerås, flygplats. Use this guide to compare Borlänge and Västerås train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Borlänge Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurang Liljan, Broken Dreams
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Borlänge Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Borlänge Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Borlänge Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Borlänge Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Borlänge Centralstation: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Quality Hotel Galaxen, Best Western Gustaf Wasa Hotel, Scandic Borlänge.
Västerås Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Frank Bistro, Restaurang Varda
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Västerås Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Västerås Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Västerås Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Västerås Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Västerås Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Elite Stadshotellet Västerås, Best Western Hotel Esplanade, Clarion Collection Hotel Etage.
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