- Must visit
Vallby Friluftsmuseum
Outdoor heritage museum with historic farm buildings and animals, ideal for understanding local rural life close to the city.
Cheapest price on Sep 12
$12
Average ticket price on Sep 12
$20
Fastest journey on Sep 12
1 h 13 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
1 h 13 m
Trains on Sep 12
32
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Uppsala to Västerås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Uppsala to Västerås will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
On Sat, Sep 12, we found 32 trains from Uppsala to Västerås, including 7 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 12 the direct trains cover the 67 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
On Sat, Sep 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 14 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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569 VL
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12155 MälartågOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Uppsala to Västerås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, while a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 41 miles (67 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Uppsala to Västerås:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Uppsala to Västerås costing on average $18 (€15).
Other travel options to Västerås take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 50m.
Tickets start at around $18 (€15) compared to roughly $17 (€14) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-1.19 (€-0.96). The journey takes 1h 13m versus 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Uppsala to Västerås trains for today, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8593 Mälartåg · 2107 Mälartåg | 4:39 AM Uppsala Central Station | 1h51 | 6:30 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
8507 Mälartåg | 5:48 AM Uppsala Central Station | 1h12 | 7:00 AM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8511 Mälartåg | 6:36 AM Uppsala Central Station | 1h24 | 8:00 AM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8515 Mälartåg | 7:39 AM Uppsala Central Station | 1h23 | 9:02 AM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
11 UL+ 8519 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 7:58 AM Uppsala Granelidsvägen | 2h47 | 10:45 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 transfers | |
2 UL+ 8519 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 8:18 AM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h27 | 10:45 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 transfers | |
2 UL+ 8519 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 8:18 AM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h29 | 10:47 AM Västerås, Åkesta | 2 transfers | |
2 UL+ 8519 Mälartåg+ 3 VL | 8:18 AM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h07 | 10:25 AM Västerås Barometergatan | 2 transfers | |
8519 Mälartåg | 8:39 AM Uppsala Central Station | 1h22 | 10:01 AM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8519 Mälartåg+ 5 VL | 8:39 AM Uppsala Central Station | 1h44 | 10:23 AM Västerås | 1 transfer | |
2 UL+ 8535 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 12:22 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h20 | 2:42 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 transfers | |
2 UL+ 8535 Mälartåg+ 3 VL | 12:22 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h05 | 2:27 PM Västerås Barometergatan | 2 transfers | |
2 UL+ 8535 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 12:22 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h26 | 2:48 PM Västerås, Åkesta | 2 transfers | |
8535 Mälartåg | 12:50 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1h10 | 2:00 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8535 Mälartåg+ 5 VL | 12:50 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1h35 | 2:25 PM Västerås | 1 transfer | |
18539 Mälartåg+ 569 VL | 1:39 PM Uppsala Central Station | 2h21 | 4:00 PM Västerås | 1 transfer | |
2 UL+ 8543 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 2:19 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h08 | 4:27 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 transfers | |
2 UL+ 8543 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 2:19 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h17 | 4:36 PM Västerås, Åkesta | 2 transfers | |
2 UL+ 8543 Mälartåg+ 3 VL | 2:19 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h05 | 4:24 PM Västerås Barometergatan | 2 transfers | |
8543 Mälartåg | 2:39 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1h21 | 4:00 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8543 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 2:39 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1h39 | 4:18 PM Västerås | 1 transfer | |
2 UL+ 8547 Mälartåg+ 3 VL | 3:21 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h03 | 5:24 PM Västerås Barometergatan | 2 transfers | |
2 UL+ 8547 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 3:21 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h06 | 5:27 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 transfers | |
2 UL+ 8547 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 3:21 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h15 | 5:36 PM Västerås, Åkesta | 2 transfers | |
8547 Mälartåg | 3:39 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1h21 | 5:00 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8547 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 3:39 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1h39 | 5:18 PM Västerås | 1 transfer | |
2 UL+ 8551 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 4:21 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h15 | 6:36 PM Västerås, Åkesta | 2 transfers | |
2 UL+ 8551 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 4:21 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h04 | 6:25 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 transfers | |
2 UL+ 8551 Mälartåg+ 3 VL | 4:21 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h00 | 6:21 PM Västerås Barometergatan | 2 transfers | |
8551 Mälartåg | 4:39 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1h21 | 6:00 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8551 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 4:39 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1h38 | 6:17 PM Västerås | 1 transfer | |
2 UL+ 8555 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 5:20 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h30 | 7:50 PM Västerås, Åkesta | 2 transfers | |
2 UL+ 8555 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 5:20 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h26 | 7:46 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 transfers | |
2 UL+ 8555 Mälartåg+ 3 VL | 5:20 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h15 | 7:35 PM Västerås Barometergatan | 2 transfers | |
8555 Mälartåg | 5:40 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1h21 | 7:01 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8555 Mälartåg+ 5 VL | 5:40 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1h42 | 7:22 PM Västerås | 1 transfer | |
2 UL+ 8559 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 6:13 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h36 | 8:49 PM Västerås, Åkesta | 2 transfers | |
2 UL+ 8559 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 6:13 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h33 | 8:46 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 transfers | |
2 UL+ 8559 Mälartåg+ 3 VL | 6:13 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h22 | 8:35 PM Västerås Barometergatan | 2 transfers | |
8559 Mälartåg | 6:39 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1h21 | 8:00 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8559 Mälartåg+ 5 VL | 6:39 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1h56 | 8:35 PM Västerås | 1 transfer | |
2 UL+ 2171 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 9:01 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h48 | 11:49 PM Västerås, Åkesta | 2 transfers | |
2 UL+ 2171 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 9:01 PM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h45 | 11:46 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 transfers | |
2171 Mälartåg | 9:18 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1h13 | 10:31 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Uppsala to Västerås run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $3 (€3) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (67 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 41 miles (67 km) |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:29 PM |
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Discover the best of Västerås — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Västerås trip today.
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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Västerås Centralstation -> Stora Torget, Västerås
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Uppsala 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 Uppsala to Västerås trains use the Uppsala, Centralstation to Västerås Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Västerås, flygplats. Use this guide to compare Uppsala and Västerås train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Uppsala, Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Stationen, Kitchen & Table Uppsala
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Uppsala, Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Uppsala, Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Uppsala, Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Uppsala, Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Uppsala, Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Uppsala, Elite Hotel Academia, Clarion Hotel Gillet.
Uppsala, Vaksala Torg has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Uppsala, Vaksala Torg: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Gottsunda Simhall is 5 km from Uppsala city centre. Public transport options include:
Gottsunda Simhall has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Gottsunda Simhall. ATMs are available at Gottsunda Simhall.
Ticket office support is available at Gottsunda Simhall.
Available at Gottsunda Simhall: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gottsunda Simhall: Facilities are accessible for disabled individuals.
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.
Västerås, Gesällgatan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast food available.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are available at the station entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Västerås, Gesällgatan.
Available at Västerås, Gesällgatan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Västerås, Gesällgatan: Wheelchair accessible with assistance available.
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