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Vallby Friluftsmuseum
Outdoor heritage museum with historic farm buildings and animals, ideal for understanding local rural life close to the city.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Västerås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Västerås will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
On Mon, Nov 16, we found 32 trains from Gothenburg to Västerås, including 11 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 16 the direct trains cover the 340 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 2 m .
On Mon, Nov 16 the slowest trains will take 4 h 15 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.
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Trains from Gothenburg to Västerås run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 211 miles (340 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 211 miles (340 km) |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Gothenburg to Västerås.
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Västerås trains for tomorrow, Monday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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3420 Västtrafik+ 162 SJ Regional | 4:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h16 | 8:46 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
420 SJ Snabbtåg+ 2116 Mälartåg | 5:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h15 | 9:26 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
164 SJ Regional | 5:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h17 | 9:46 AM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
422 SJ Snabbtåg+ 2120 Mälartåg | 6:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h15 | 10:26 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
3426 Västtrafik+ 166 SJ Regional | 6:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h16 | 10:46 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2006 VR+ 2124 Mälartåg | 7:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h02 | 11:26 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
168 SJ Regional | 7:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h17 | 11:46 AM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
426 SJ Snabbtåg+ 2128 Mälartåg | 8:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h15 | 12:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
170 SJ Regional | 8:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h18 | 12:47 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
428 SJ Snabbtåg+ 2132 Mälartåg | 9:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h15 | 1:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
172 SJ Regional | 9:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h17 | 1:46 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
430 SJ Snabbtåg+ 2136 Mälartåg | 10:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h15 | 2:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
174 SJ Regional | 10:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h17 | 2:46 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
432 SJ Snabbtåg+ 2140 Mälartåg | 11:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h15 | 3:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
3446 Västtrafik · 3334 Västtrafik+ 314 Länstrafiken Örebro · 351 Länstrafiken Örebro | 11:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h25 | 10:55 PM Västerås Central Station | 5 transfers | |
434 SJ Snabbtåg+ 2144 Mälartåg | 12:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h15 | 4:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
178 SJ Regional | 12:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h17 | 4:46 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
436 SJ Snabbtåg+ 2148 Mälartåg | 1:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h15 | 5:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
180 SJ Regional | 1:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h18 | 5:47 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
438 SJ Snabbtåg+ 2152 Mälartåg | 2:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h15 | 6:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
182 SJ Regional | 2:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h18 | 6:47 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
440 SJ Snabbtåg+ 2156 Mälartåg | 3:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h15 | 7:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
184 SJ Regional | 3:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h17 | 7:46 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
442 SJ Snabbtåg+ 2160 Mälartåg | 4:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h15 | 8:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
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Outdoor heritage museum with historic farm buildings and animals, ideal for understanding local rural life close to the city.
City art museum with modern and contemporary exhibitions in the cultural quarter, offering a strong overview of regional and Swedish art.
County museum presenting Västmanland history, design, and temporary exhibitions in a central cultural complex by the river.
Lakeside old town quarter with cobbled streets, colorful wooden houses, harbor views, and some of Västerås' most atmospheric walks.
Hilltop park created by Sam Lidman with viewpoints, sculptures, and winding paths that make it a beloved local promenade.
Central square lined with civic buildings and shopping streets, a practical starting point for exploring downtown Västerås on foot.
Gently cured salmon with dill and a mustard sauce. A Swedish classic often served at holidays and smörgåsbord tables across Västerås.
Fried Baltic herring, often served with mashed potatoes, lingonberries and pickled cucumber. A traditional lake-and-coast style Swedish home dish.
Crisp potato pancakes served with lingonberries and often pork. A beloved Swedish comfort food found in homes and traditional lunch menus.
Established café and lunch venue inside Vallby open-air museum, offering traditional Swedish pastries and simple seasonal dishes.
Well-known central restaurant serving Italian-inspired dishes, grilled mains and seafood in a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Refined dining room at Steam Hotel, known for grilled dishes, cocktails and a stylish industrial setting by Lake Mälaren.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining cost more than many EU cities, but local transit is reasonable and card payments are easy for tourists.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not expected. Taxis and cafes usually just round up.
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Most Gothenburg to Västerås trains use the Göteborg Centralstation to Västerås Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg and Västerås train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are 6 ATM machines located in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30. Information desks are opposite the taxi station. .
Luggage storage is there are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Royal, Hotel Pigalle, ProfilHotels | Opera.
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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