- Must visit
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 Linköping to Västerås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linköping to Västerås will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 10 trains from Linköping to Västerås, including 8 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 144 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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 Linköping to Västerås run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 89 miles (144 km) distance in 2h 10m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Linköping to Västerås.
The table below shows live departures for Linköping to Västerås trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3 Östgötatrafiken+ 2160 Mälartåg+ 3 VL | 5:55 PM Linköping | 3h04 | 8:59 PM Västerås Barometergatan | 2 transfers | |
3 Östgötatrafiken+ 2160 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 5:55 PM Linköping | 3h54 | 9:49 PM Västerås, Åkesta | 2 transfers | |
3 Östgötatrafiken+ 2160 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 5:55 PM Linköping | 3h51 | 9:46 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 transfers | |
2160 Mälartåg | 6:10 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h16 | 8:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2160 Mälartåg+ 5 VL | 6:10 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h55 | 9:05 PM Västerås | 1 transfer | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 2168 Mälartåg+ 3 VL | 7:54 PM Linköping | 3h05 | 10:59 PM Västerås Barometergatan | 2 transfers | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 2168 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 7:54 PM Linköping | 3h52 | 11:46 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 transfers | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 2168 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 7:54 PM Linköping | 3h55 | 11:49 PM Västerås, Åkesta | 2 transfers | |
2168 Mälartåg | 8:10 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h16 | 10:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2168 Mälartåg+ 5 VL | 8:10 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h55 | 11:05 PM Västerås | 1 transfer | |
11 Östgötatrafiken+ 548 SJ+ 989 Mälartåg · 2104 Mälartåg | 8:35 PM Linköping | 10h22 | 6:57 AM Västerås, Åkesta | 4 transfers | |
11 Östgötatrafiken+ 548 SJ+ 989 Mälartåg · 2104 Mälartåg | 8:35 PM Linköping | 10h25 | 7:00 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 4 transfers | |
11 Östgötatrafiken+ 548 SJ+ 989 Mälartåg · 2104 Mälartåg | 8:35 PM Linköping | 10h12 | 6:47 AM Västerås Barometergatan | 4 transfers | |
11 Östgötatrafiken+ 548 SJ+ 988 Mälartåg+ 874 UL | 8:35 PM Linköping | 9h34 | 6:09 AM Västerås Barometergatan | 5 transfers | |
11 Östgötatrafiken+ 548 SJ+ 988 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 8:35 PM Linköping | 9h38 | 6:13 AM Västerås, Åkesta | 5 transfers | |
11 Östgötatrafiken+ 548 SJ+ 988 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 8:35 PM Linköping | 9h35 | 6:10 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5 transfers | |
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2120 Mälartåg | 8:10 AM Linköping Central Station | 2h16 | 10:26 AM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2124 Mälartåg | 9:10 AM Linköping Central Station | 2h16 | 11:26 AM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2128 Mälartåg | 10:10 AM Linköping Central Station | 2h16 | 12:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2132 Mälartåg+ 8724 Östgötatrafiken | 10:45 AM Linköping Central Station | 2h41 | 1:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
528 SJ Snabbtåg+ 175 SJ Regional | 10:54 AM Linköping Central Station | 3h16 | 2:10 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2136 Mälartåg | 12:10 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h16 | 2:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2140 Mälartåg | 1:10 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h16 | 3:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2144 Mälartåg | 2:10 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h16 | 4:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2148 Mälartåg | 3:10 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h16 | 5:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2152 Mälartåg | 4:10 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h16 | 6:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Linköping to Västerås with Malartag, SJ, and Snälltåget. Night trains available on this route with SJ, Snälltåget, and vy. High-speed trains available on this route with SJ and Snälltåget. Regional trains available on this route with SJ and vy. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linköping 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 Linköping to Västerås trains use the Linköping Centralstation to Västerås Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Linköping and Västerås train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Linköping 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: Restaurant Hamlet, Yogi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Linköping Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Linköping Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Linköping Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Linköping Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Slottsparken, Scandic Linköping City, Elite Stora Hotellet.
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.
Check train stations information for Linköping and Västerås, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.