The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
3 h 57 m
Average duration
4 h 7 m
Trains per day
29
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 $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 29 trains that leave Gothenburg Centralstation for Västerås Central Station on Mon, Mar 23, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 339 km distance in an average of 4 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 57 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 4 h 9 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.
174 SJ
182 SJ
180 SJ
178 SJ
32 Västtrafik · 3420 Västtrafik+
162 SJ
192 SJ
3426 Västtrafik+
166 SJ
448 X 2000+
2172 Mälartåg
432 X 2000+
2140 Mälartåg
430 X 2000+
2136 MälartågTravel 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 $19. 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 $19, and a flight costs an average of $75.
Distance: 210 miles (339 km)
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$37 Average price Cheapest | $185 Average price | $49 Average price |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 40m Average total duration 11h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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 today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
60184 SJ · 184 SJ | 2:14 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h32 | 6:46 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
442 X 2000+ 2160 Mälartåg | 2:19 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h07 | 7:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
60188 SJ · 188 SJ | 4:15 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h31 | 8:46 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
446 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg | 4:19 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h07 | 9:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
60190 SJ · 190 SJ | 5:15 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h31 | 9:46 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
60192 SJ · 192 SJ | 6:14 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h19 | 10:33 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
452 SJ 3000+ 593 SL+ 804 UL · 874 UL | 7:19 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 9h52 | 5:11 AM Västerås Central Station | 3 transfers | |
| Monday, March 23 | |||||
32 Västtrafik · 3420 Västtrafik+ 162 SJ | 3:19 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 4h27 | 7:46 AM Västerås Central Station | 2 transfers | |
420 X 2000+ 2116 Mälartåg | 4:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h09 | 8:26 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
164 SJ | 4:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h10 | 8:46 AM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
422 X 2000+ 2120 Mälartåg | 5:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h09 | 9:26 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
3426 Västtrafik+ 166 SJ | 5:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h09 | 9:46 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
424 X 2000+ 2124 Mälartåg | 6:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h09 | 10:26 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
168 SJ | 6:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h10 | 10:46 AM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
426 X 2000+ 2128 Mälartåg | 7:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h09 | 11:26 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
170 SJ | 7:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h11 | 11:47 AM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
428 X 2000+ 2132 Mälartåg | 8:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h09 | 12:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
172 SJ | 8:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h10 | 12:46 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
430 X 2000+ 2136 Mälartåg | 9:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h09 | 1:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
174 SJ | 9:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h10 | 1:46 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
432 X 2000+ 2140 Mälartåg | 10:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h09 | 2:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station
Trains from Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station run on average 21 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:29, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 210 miles (339 km) distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 210 miles (339 km) |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 03:29 |
Last train 20:17 |
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Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Gothenburg Centralstation to Västerås Central Station trainsSJ, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Gothenburg Centralstation and Västerås Central Station from $19 (€15). 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
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
- Burger King
- Espresso House
- Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
- Franks gatukök
- Fruit & Berry
- Happy M Kitchen
- Le Croissant
- Lilla London
- Metropolitan
- Mr. Shou
- & many more
- 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.
- Hotel Royal
- Hotel Pigalle
- ProfilHotels | Opera
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- Opposite the taxi station.
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 13
- Bus lines: 60327, 61327, Flygbussarna
- Train lines: 029, FLX, MTRX, SJ Regionaltåg, SJ SJ3000, SJ X2000, Tågab, Västtågen, Öresundståg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available 24/7 with access from Södra Ringvägen
- Frank Bistro
- Restaurang Varda
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- 5 SEK
- Elite Stadshotellet Västerås
- Best Western Hotel Esplanade
- Clarion Collection Hotel Etage
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Stockholm and other destinations
- Hall 2: waiting area and lockers
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Mälarbanan railway
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