The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockholm to Borås
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 29 m
Trains per day
48
Distance
347 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockholm to Borås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm to Borås will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
It's difficult to get from Stockholm to Borås without transferring at least once.
451 X 2000+
100 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik9:16 PM8h16Stockholm Central Station5:32 AMBorås$441One-way2 transfers
451 X 2000+
100 Västtrafik9:16 PM8h06Stockholm Central Station5:22 AMBorås Centralstation$441One-way1 transfer
517 X 2000+
37650 Krösatåg+
250 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik3:44 AM6h03Stockholm Central Station9:47 AMBorås$491One-way4 transfers
517 X 2000+
37650 Krösatåg+
250 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik3:44 AM5h53Stockholm Central Station9:37 AMBorås Centralstation$491One-way3 transfers
5 SL+
451 X 2000+
100 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik8:35 PM9h20Stockholm, Västerbroplan5:55 AMHedared$491One-way3 transfers
429 X 2000+
3827 Västtrafik10:13 AM3h22Stockholm Central Station1:35 PMBorås Centralstation$711One-way1 transfer
435 X 2000+
3835 Västtrafik1:13 PM3h27Stockholm Central Station4:40 PMBorås Centralstation$711One-way1 transfer
437 X 2000+
3839 Västtrafik2:09 PM3h30Stockholm Central Station5:39 PMBorås Centralstation$711One-way1 transfer
445 X 2000+
3843 Västtrafik6:13 PM3h30Stockholm Central Station9:43 PMBorås Centralstation$531One-way1 transfer
429 X 2000+
3827 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik10:13 AM3h34Stockholm Central Station1:47 PMBorås$711One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Stockholm to Borås
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Borås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. 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 bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $78.
Distance: 215 miles (347 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$42 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $311 Average price | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Stockholm to Borås:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockholm to Borås costing on average $42 (€33).
A bus is $274 (€218) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stockholm to Borås costing on average $311 (€247).
Other travel options to Borås take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 3m.
Bus takes on average 5h 39m.
The journey is about 11m faster (4h 3m by train vs 4h 14m by car) and roughly $45 (€36) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($42 (€33) vs $87 (€69)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SJ, VR.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Stockholm to Borås train times
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm to Borås trains for today, Sunday, May 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5 SL+ 513 X 2000+ 550 Västtrafik | 6:46 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 4h38 | 11:24 AM Hedared | 2 transfers | |
513 X 2000+ 8 Västtrafik | 7:25 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3h22 | 10:47 AM Borås | 1 transfer | |
513 X 2000 | 7:25 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3h09 | 10:34 AM Borås Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
5 SL+ 425 X 2000 · 163 SJ+ 550 Västtrafik | 7:27 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 4h59 | 12:26 PM Hedared | 3 transfers | |
425 X 2000 · 163 SJ+ 13823 Västtrafik · 8 Västtrafik | 8:17 AM Stockholm Central Station | 4h00 | 12:17 PM Borås | 3 transfers | |
425 X 2000 · 163 SJ+ 13823 Västtrafik | 8:17 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3h49 | 12:06 PM Borås Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
429 X 2000+ 13827 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik | 10:13 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3h41 | 1:54 PM Borås | 2 transfers | |
429 X 2000+ 13827 Västtrafik | 10:13 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3h24 | 1:37 PM Borås Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
5 SL+ 433 X 2000+ 3461 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik | 11:34 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 4h52 | 4:26 PM Hedared | 3 transfers | |
433 X 2000+ 3461 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik | 12:17 PM Stockholm Central Station | 4h40 | 4:57 PM Borås | 3 transfers | |
433 X 2000+ 3461 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik | 12:17 PM Stockholm Central Station | 4h33 | 4:50 PM Borås Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
555 X 2000 | 3:23 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3h15 | 6:38 PM Borås Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
5 SL+ 449 X 2000+ 100 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik | 7:41 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 9h44 | 5:25 AM Hedared | 3 transfers | |
449 X 2000+ 100 Västtrafik | 8:15 PM Stockholm Central Station | 4h42 | 12:57 AM Borås Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
449 X 2000+ 100 Västtrafik · 159 Västtrafik | 8:15 PM Stockholm Central Station | 8h30 | 4:45 AM Borås | 2 transfers | |
5 SL+ 453 X 2000+ 100 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik | 9:41 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 8h14 | 5:55 AM Hedared | 3 transfers | |
453 X 2000+ 100 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik | 10:17 PM Stockholm Central Station | 7h15 | 5:32 AM Borås | 2 transfers | |
453 X 2000+ 100 Västtrafik | 10:17 PM Stockholm Central Station | 7h05 | 5:22 AM Borås Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
5 SL+ 1 SJ+ 7202 Västtrafik · 3425 Västtrafik | 10:26 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 9h01 | 7:27 AM Hedared | 4 transfers | |
1 SJ+ 7202 Västtrafik · 3425 Västtrafik · 3815 Västtrafik | 11:01 PM Stockholm Central Station | 8h19 | 7:20 AM Borås Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
1 SJ+ 7202 Västtrafik · 3425 Västtrafik · 3815 Västtrafik | 11:01 PM Stockholm Central Station | 8h34 | 7:35 AM Borås | 4 transfers | |
1 SJ · 322 SJ | 11:01 PM Stockholm Central Station | 8h57 | 7:58 AM Borås Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, May 11 | |||||
5 SL+ 419 SJ 3000 · 157 SJ+ 550 Västtrafik | 12:36 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 8h51 | 9:27 AM Hedared | 3 transfers | |
517 X 2000+ 37650 Krösatåg+ 250 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik | 3:44 AM Stockholm Central Station | 5h53 | 9:37 AM Borås Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
517 X 2000+ 37650 Krösatåg+ 250 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik | 3:44 AM Stockholm Central Station | 6h03 | 9:47 AM Borås | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stockholm to Borås
Trains from Stockholm to Borås run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 215 miles (347 km) distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 215 miles (347 km) |
Average train duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: SJ, VR, Malartag, FlixTrain, Tågab, Snälltåget, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Stockholm to Borås trainsSJ, VR, Malartag, FlixTrain, Tågab, Snälltåget, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Stockholm and Borås from $15 (€12). 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 Stockholm to Borås
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm to Borås 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 Borås, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stockholm to Borås
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- Luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
- Burger King
- Caffe Ritazza
- Blueberry Tunnelgången
- Espresso House
- Holy Monkey
- Icha Icha
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Sushi Yama
- O'Learys
- & many more
- Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
- Freys Hotel
- Nordic Light Hotel
- Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
- Metro lines: 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19
- Bus lines: 53, 54, 516, 812C, 813C, Flygbussarna
- Tram lines: 7
- Train lines: Dala Line, Northern Main Line, East Coast Line, SJ X2000, 40, 41, 42X, 43, 43X, 44, Arlanda Express, FLX
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Stationsgatan.
- Restaurant Viskan
- Café Bakgården
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 10
- Quality Hotel Grand
- Scandic Plaza Borås
- Comfort Hotel Jazz
- Located in the main hall
- SIXT
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Gothenburg and regional destinations
- Bus: Vy Buss
- Train: SJ Regional trains
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