- Must visit
Vallby Friluftsmuseum
Open-air museum with historic farmsteads, crafts, and heritage buildings showing life in Västmanland across earlier centuries.
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
4 h 26 m
Average duration
4 h 27 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
340 km
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 $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
It's difficult to get from Gothenburg to Västerås without transferring at least once.
32 Västtrafik · 3486 Västtrafik · 500 Västtrafik · 3332 Västtrafik
60164 SJ · 164 SJ
60184 SJ · 10184 SJ · 70186 SJ
60166 SJ · 166 SJ
60168 SJ · 168 SJ
60166 SJ · 166 SJ
60180 SJ · 180 SJ
60174 SJ · 174 SJ
60178 SJ · 178 SJ
60176 SJ · 176 SJOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Västerås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $83.
Distance: 211 miles (340 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $275 Average price | $57 Average price |
4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Gothenburg to Västerås:
A train is $13 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Gothenburg to Västerås costing on average $57 (€47).
A train is $232 (€191) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg to Västerås costing on average $275 (€227).
Other travel options to Västerås take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 11m.
Bus takes on average 8h 17m.
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Västerås trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
60184 SJ · 10184 SJ · 70186 SJ | 3:14 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h01 | 8:15 PM Västerås Central Station | 2 transfers | |
60184 SJ · 10184 SJ · 70186 SJ+ 21 VL | 3:14 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h32 | 8:46 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 transfers | |
60186 SJ · 10186 SJ · 70188 SJ | 4:15 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h00 | 9:15 PM Västerås Central Station | 2 transfers | |
60186 SJ · 10186 SJ · 70188 SJ+ 21 VL | 4:15 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h31 | 9:46 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 transfers | |
60188 SJ · 10188 SJ · 70190 SJ | 5:15 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h00 | 10:15 PM Västerås Central Station | 2 transfers | |
60188 SJ · 10188 SJ · 70190 SJ+ 21 VL | 5:15 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h31 | 10:46 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 transfers | |
18 Västtrafik · 22 Västtrafik+ 10190 SJ · 60190 SJ | 5:37 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 6h09 | 11:46 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 4 transfers | |
22 Västtrafik+ 10190 SJ · 60190 SJ | 5:55 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 5h20 | 11:15 PM Västerås Central Station | 2 transfers | |
22 Västtrafik+ 10190 SJ · 60190 SJ+ 21 VL | 5:55 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 5h51 | 11:46 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 transfers | |
2 SJ+ 1151 Öresundstågen+ 2108 Mälartåg | 7:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h41 | 7:36 AM Västerås Central Station | 2 transfers | |
2 SJ+ 1151 Öresundstågen+ 21 VL+ 2108 Mälartåg | 7:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h05 | 8:00 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 transfers | |
32 Västtrafik · 3486 Västtrafik · 500 Västtrafik · 3332 Västtrafik | 9:18 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 11h23 | 8:41 AM Västerås Central Station | 4 transfers | |
32 Västtrafik · 3486 Västtrafik · 500 Västtrafik · 3332 Västtrafik | 9:18 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 12h02 | 9:20 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5 transfers | |
| Thursday, July 2 | |||||
60164 SJ · 164 SJ | 5:14 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h27 | 9:41 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
60166 SJ · 166 SJ | 6:15 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h26 | 10:41 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
60168 SJ · 168 SJ | 7:14 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h27 | 11:41 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
426 X 2000+ 2128 Mälartåg | 7:19 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h17 | 12:36 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
60170 SJ · 170 SJ | 8:14 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h27 | 12:41 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
60172 SJ · 172 SJ | 9:14 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h29 | 1:43 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
60174 SJ · 174 SJ | 10:14 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h27 | 2:41 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
60176 SJ · 176 SJ | 11:14 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h27 | 3:41 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
60178 SJ · 178 SJ | 12:14 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h27 | 4:41 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
60180 SJ · 180 SJ | 1:14 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h27 | 5:41 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
60182 SJ · 10182 SJ · 70184 SJ | 2:14 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h02 | 7:16 PM Västerås Central Station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Gothenburg to Västerås run on average 49 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 7 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 49m.
Distance 211 miles (340 km) |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 49 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Västerås — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Västerås trip today.
Open-air museum with historic farmsteads, crafts, and heritage buildings showing life in Västmanland across earlier centuries.
Regional museum with exhibitions on local history, art, archaeology, and industrial heritage in central Västerås.
City art museum presenting modern and contemporary art, temporary exhibitions, and works linked to Swedish visual culture.
Hilltop park with walking paths, city views, inscriptions in rock, and one of Västerås’s most popular outdoor viewpoints.
Historic quarter near the cathedral with older wooden buildings, cobbled character, and one of the city’s prettiest walks.
Lakeside recreation area with promenades, beach access, and modern waterfront appeal popular with both locals and visitors.
Crispy Swedish potato pancakes traditionally served with fried pork and lingonberries, a classic hearty meal widely eaten in central Sweden.
Swedish meatballs with mashed potatoes, cream sauce, pressed cucumber, and lingonberries, one of the country’s most iconic everyday dishes.
Cured salmon seasoned with dill, sugar, and salt, usually served cold with mustard sauce. It reflects Sweden’s strong fish-curing tradition.
Stylish brasserie in central Västerås known for classic European dishes, seafood, and a polished yet relaxed atmosphere.
Established dining room at The Steam Hotel, offering a more upscale experience with grilled dishes, cocktails, and an atmospheric industrial-chic interior.
Popular casual restaurant focused on grilled meats, burgers, and generous plates, appreciated for dependable food and a friendly central atmosphere.
Sweden is costly for many visitors. Västerås is a bit cheaper than Stockholm, but dining and coffee still add up.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not expected, but rounding up or adding 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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Västerås Central Station, Västerås -> Stora Torget, Västerås
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg to Västerås trains use the Göteborg Centralstation to Västerås Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Västerås, flygplats. 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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