The cheapest and fastest trains from Umeå to Borås
Cheapest price
$108
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
10 h 52 m
Average duration
10 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
786 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Umeå to Borås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Umeå to Borås will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $108.
Of the 1 trains that leave Umeå for Borås on Wed, Mar 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 18 the direct trains cover the 786 km distance in an average of 10 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 52 m .
On Wed, Mar 18 the slowest trains will take 10 h 52 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Umeå to Borås
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Umeå to Borås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $110. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $110, and a flight costs an average of $128.
Distance: 488 miles (786 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$123 Average price | $294 Average price | $115 Average price Cheapest |
11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 53m Average total duration 20h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Umeå to Borås train times
The table below shows live departures for Umeå to Borås trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:21 AM Umeå | 10h52 | 2:13 PM Borås | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Umeå to Borås
Trains from Umeå to Borås run on average 16 times per day, taking around 10h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $102 (€83) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 488 miles (786 km) distance in 9h 59m.
Distance 488 miles (786 km) |
Average train duration 10h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 (€83) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 9h 59m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest month Apr |
Cheapest day Mon |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Jul - Sep |
Busiest day Fri |
Least busy day Fri |
Best day to book ahead 1 day |
Train companies: SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Umeå to Borås trainsSJ, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Umeå and Borås from $102 (€83). 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 Umeå to Borås
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Umeå 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 Umeå to Borås
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Järnvägsallén.
- Rost Mat & Kaffe
- Tapas Bar Deli
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 5
- Comfort Hotel Winn
- Elite Hotel Mimer
- Clarion Collection Hotel Uman
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local buses connect to various parts of the city.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via the main entrance.
- Café Östra Station
- Restaurant Rex
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 10
- Comfort Hotel Umeå City
- Elite Hotel Mimer
- Clarion Collection Hotel Uman
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Walking distance to the University Hospital and the University
- 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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