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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
4 h 31 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
339 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
It's difficult to get from Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station without transferring at least once.
32 Västtrafik · 3486 Västtrafik · 500 Västtrafik · 3332 Västtrafik9:18 PM11h28Göteborg, Åkareplatsen8:46 AMVästerås Central Station$401One-way4 transfers
60172 SJ · 172 SJ9:14 AM4h32Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1:46 PMVästerås Central Station$451One-way1 transfer- 400 X 2000+
2116 Mälartåg4:19 AM5h07Gothenburg Centralstation9:26 AMVästerås Central Station$481One-way1 transfer - 170 SJ+
62028 VR Snabbtåg8:05 AM4h42Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen12:47 PMVästerås Central Station$501One-way1 transfer - 60166 SJ · 166 SJ6:15 AM4h31Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen10:46 AMVästerås Central Station$531One-way1 transfer
- 60166 SJ · 166 SJ6:15 AM4h31Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen10:46 AMVästerås Central Station$531One-way1 transfer
- 60176 SJ · 176 SJ11:14 AM4h32Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen3:46 PMVästerås Central Station$611One-way1 transfer
- 60178 SJ · 178 SJ12:14 PM4h32Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen4:46 PMVästerås Central Station$821One-way1 transfer
- 60174 SJ · 174 SJ10:14 AM4h32Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2:46 PMVästerås Central Station$631One-way1 transfer
- 60164 SJ · 164 SJ5:14 AM4h32Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen9:46 AMVästerås Central Station$781One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $84.
Distance: 210 miles (339 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$40 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price | $230 Average price | $80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station:
A train is $12 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station costing on average $52.
A train is $190 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station costing on average $230.
Other travel options to Västerås Central Station take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 25m.
Bus takes on average 9h 30m.
Tickets start at around $40 compared to roughly $80 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $40. The journey takes 4h 25m versus 4h 14m 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.
Direct services run with SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 400 X 2000+2116 Mälartåg | 4:19 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h07 | 9:26 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 60164 SJ · 164 SJ | 5:14 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h32 | 9:46 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 60166 SJ · 166 SJ | 6:15 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h31 | 10:46 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 424 X 2000+2124 Mälartåg | 6:19 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h07 | 11:26 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 60168 SJ · 168 SJ | 7:14 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h32 | 11:46 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 426 X 2000+2128 Mälartåg | 7:19 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h07 | 12:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 170 SJ+62028 VR Snabbtåg | 8:05 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h42 | 12:47 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 428 X 2000+2132 Mälartåg | 8:19 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h07 | 1:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 60172 SJ · 172 SJ | 9:14 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h32 | 1:46 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 430 X 2000+2136 Mälartåg | 9:19 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h07 | 2:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 60174 SJ · 174 SJ | 10:14 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h32 | 2:46 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 432 X 2000+2140 Mälartåg | 10:19 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h07 | 3:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 60176 SJ · 176 SJ | 11:14 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h32 | 3:46 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 434 X 2000+2144 Mälartåg | 11:19 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h07 | 4:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 60178 SJ · 178 SJ | 12:14 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h32 | 4:46 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 436 X 2000+2148 Mälartåg | 12:19 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h07 | 5:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 60180 SJ · 180 SJ | 1:14 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h33 | 5:47 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 438 X 2000+2152 Mälartåg | 1:19 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h07 | 6:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 440 X 2000+2156 Mälartåg | 2:19 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h07 | 7:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 442 SJ 3000+2160 Mälartåg | 3:19 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h07 | 8:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 444 X 2000+2164 Mälartåg | 4:19 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h07 | 9:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| 60188 SJ · 10188 SJ+148 Mälartåg · 2168 Mälartåg | 5:15 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h11 | 10:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 3 transfers | |
| 448 X 2000 · 195 SJ | 6:19 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h52 | 12:11 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
450 SJ 3000+10994 Mälartåg+ 569 VL · 21 VL | 7:19 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h08 | 6:27 AM Västerås Central Station | 4 transfers | |
2 SJ+2108 Mälartåg+ 1151 Öresundstågen+ 1238 Pågatåg | 7:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h31 | 7:26 AM Västerås Central Station | 3 transfers | |
| 32 Västtrafik · 3486 Västtrafik · 500 Västtrafik · 3332 Västtrafik | 9:18 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 11h28 | 8:46 AM Västerås Central Station | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station
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Trains from Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station run on average 22 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 but you can travel from only $23 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:37, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 210 miles (339 km) distance in 2h 49m.
Distance 210 miles (339 km) |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 2:37 AM |
Last train 8:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik, VR, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station trainsSJ, Västtrafik, VR, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Gothenburg Centralstation and Västerås Central Station from $23. 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 Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station 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 Central Station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station
Most Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station trains use the Göteborg Centralstation to Västerås Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg Centralstation and Västerås Central Station train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Göteborg Centralstation from Gothenburg city centre
Göteborg Centralstation train station facilities and services
Göteborg Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Espresso House, Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill, Franks gatukök, Fruit & Berry, Happy M Kitchen, Le Croissant, Lilla London, Metropolitan, Mr. Shou, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are 6 ATM machines located in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30. Information desks are opposite the taxi station. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Centralstation: All entrances to the station are accessible. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee. Personalized special assistance can be requested.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Royal, Hotel Pigalle, ProfilHotels | Opera.
Getting to Västerås Centralstation from Västerås city centre
Västerås Centralstation train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Frank Bistro, Restaurang Varda
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Västerås Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Västerås Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Västerås Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Västerås Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Västerås Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Elite Stadshotellet Västerås, Best Western Hotel Esplanade, Clarion Collection Hotel Etage.
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