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Jumbo Stay
A hostel and aviation-themed attraction inside a converted Boeing 747 near Arlanda. Popular with aviation enthusiasts and visitors looking for an unusual airport-area experience.
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Trains per day
64
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Västerås Central Station to Stockholm Arlanda Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Västerås Central Station to Stockholm Arlanda Airport will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
It's difficult to get from Västerås Central Station to Stockholm Arlanda Airport without transferring at least once.
156 SJ+
960 Vy Flygbussarna
158 SJ+
960 Vy Flygbussarna
158 SJ+
960 Vy Flygbussarna
156 SJ+
960 Vy Flygbussarna
156 SJ+
960 Vy Flygbussarna
188 SJ+
7874 Arlanda Express
184 SJ+
7866 Arlanda Express
166 SJ+
7830 Arlanda Express
178 SJ+
7854 Arlanda Express
180 SJ+
964 MälartågOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Västerås Central Station to Stockholm Arlanda Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m 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 Västerås Central Station to Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Västerås Central Station to Stockholm Arlanda Airport costing on average $42 (€35).
Other travel options to Stockholm Arlanda Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 37m.
Tickets start at around $42 (€35) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-22.39 (€-18.39). The journey takes 1h 24m versus 1h 10m 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 Västerås Central Station to Stockholm Arlanda Airport trains for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
156 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 5:48 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h37 | 8:25 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
156 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 5:48 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h52 | 8:40 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
156 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 5:48 AM Västerås Central Station | 3h02 | 8:50 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
108 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 6:14 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h56 | 9:10 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
108 SJ · 32 SJ | 6:14 AM Västerås Central Station | 1h50 | 8:04 AM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
108 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 6:14 AM Västerås Central Station | 3h06 | 9:20 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
108 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 6:14 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h46 | 9:00 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
110 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 7:17 AM Västerås Central Station | 3h03 | 10:20 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
110 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 7:17 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h53 | 10:10 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
110 SJ+ 7816 Arlanda Express | 7:17 AM Västerås Central Station | 1h38 | 8:55 AM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
110 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 7:17 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h43 | 10:00 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
160 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 7:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 3h08 | 11:00 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
160 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 7:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h58 | 10:50 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
160 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 7:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h48 | 10:40 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
160 SJ+ 7920 Arlanda Express | 7:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 1h48 | 9:40 AM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
112 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 8:17 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h43 | 11:00 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
112 SJ · 16 SJ | 8:17 AM Västerås Central Station | 1h47 | 10:04 AM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
112 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 8:17 AM Västerås Central Station | 3h03 | 11:20 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
112 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 8:17 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h53 | 11:10 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
112 SJ+ 7820 Arlanda Express | 8:17 AM Västerås Central Station | 1h38 | 9:55 AM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
162 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 8:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 3h18 | 12:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
162 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 8:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h48 | 11:40 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
162 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 8:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 3h03 | 11:55 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
164 SJ · 270 SJ | 9:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 1h58 | 11:50 AM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
164 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 9:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 3h03 | 12:55 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
164 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 9:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h48 | 12:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
164 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 9:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 3h18 | 1:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
164 SJ+ 985 Vy Flygbussarna | 9:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 1h40 | 11:32 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
166 SJ · 10 SJ | 10:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 1h41 | 12:33 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
166 SJ+ 985 Vy Flygbussarna | 10:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 1h40 | 12:32 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
166 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 10:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h58 | 1:50 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
166 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 10:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h48 | 1:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
168 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 11:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 3h08 | 3:00 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
168 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 11:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h58 | 2:50 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
168 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 11:52 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h48 | 2:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
170 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 12:52 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h58 | 3:50 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
170 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 12:52 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h48 | 3:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
170 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 12:52 PM Västerås Central Station | 3h08 | 4:00 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
170 SJ+ 985 Vy Flygbussarna | 12:52 PM Västerås Central Station | 1h40 | 2:32 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
172 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 1:52 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h58 | 4:50 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
172 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 1:52 PM Västerås Central Station | 3h08 | 5:00 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
172 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 1:52 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h48 | 4:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
176 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 3:52 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h48 | 6:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
176 SJ · 282 SJ | 3:52 PM Västerås Central Station | 1h58 | 5:50 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
176 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 3:52 PM Västerås Central Station | 3h18 | 7:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
176 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 3:52 PM Västerås Central Station | 3h03 | 6:55 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
23 SJ+ 569 VL · 21 VL | 4:06 PM Västerås Central Station | 1h48 | 5:54 PM Arlanda Central station | 2 transfers | |
178 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 4:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h52 | 7:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
178 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 4:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h37 | 7:25 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
178 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 4:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 3h07 | 7:55 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
178 SJ+ 7854 Arlanda Express | 4:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 1h37 | 6:25 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
180 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 5:52 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h48 | 8:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
180 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 5:52 PM Västerås Central Station | 3h18 | 9:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
180 SJ · 26 SJ | 5:52 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h12 | 8:04 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
180 SJ · 286 SJ | 5:52 PM Västerås Central Station | 1h58 | 7:50 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
39 SJ+ 21 VL · 569 VL | 6:06 PM Västerås Central Station | 1h47 | 7:53 PM Arlanda Central station | 2 transfers | |
182 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 6:49 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h51 | 9:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
182 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 6:49 PM Västerås Central Station | 3h21 | 10:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
182 SJ+ 970 Mälartåg | 6:49 PM Västerås Central Station | 1h40 | 8:29 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
182 SJ+ 7862 Arlanda Express | 6:49 PM Västerås Central Station | 1h36 | 8:25 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
184 SJ · 290 SJ | 7:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h02 | 9:50 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
184 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 7:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h52 | 10:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
184 SJ+ 976 Mälartåg | 7:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 1h41 | 9:29 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
184 SJ+ 7866 Arlanda Express | 7:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 1h37 | 9:25 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
186 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 8:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 3h17 | 12:05 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
186 SJ+ 40 Pendeltåg | 8:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h58 | 11:46 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
186 SJ+ 982 Mälartåg | 8:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 1h41 | 10:29 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
188 SJ+ 988 Mälartåg | 9:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 1h41 | 11:29 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
188 SJ+ 7874 Arlanda Express | 9:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 1h37 | 11:25 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
188 SJ+ 7976 Arlanda Express | 9:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 1h52 | 11:40 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
188 SJ+ 7876 Arlanda Express | 9:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h07 | 11:55 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
190 SJ+ 7878 Arlanda Express | 10:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 1h37 | 12:25 AM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Västerås Central Station to Stockholm Arlanda Airport run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 20:48. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 4:26 AM |
Last train 8:48 PM |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Discover the best of Stockholm Arlanda Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stockholm Arlanda Airport trip today.
A hostel and aviation-themed attraction inside a converted Boeing 747 near Arlanda. Popular with aviation enthusiasts and visitors looking for an unusual airport-area experience.
A well-preserved baroque castle museum west of Arlanda with historic interiors, collections, and strong visual appeal. A worthwhile side trip for history lovers.
A museum about Stockholm’s medieval palace history, included here as a broader regional option for longer layovers heading into the city.
A beautifully preserved lakeside historic center with wooden houses, rune stones, small lanes, and a relaxed atmosphere. The top nearby area to explore from Arlanda.
Sweden’s oldest preserved main street, lined with historic buildings, small shops, and easy access to key sights in Sigtuna.
A pleasant lakeside walking area along Lake Mälaren with scenic views, benches, and a calm atmosphere. Very popular for relaxed strolls and photos.
Swedish meatballs, typically served with creamy sauce, lingonberries, and potatoes. They are one of Sweden’s most iconic comfort foods.
Cured salmon seasoned with salt, sugar, and dill, often served with hovmästarsås. A classic Nordic dish closely associated with Swedish cuisine.
A popular Swedish starter of prawns mixed with mayonnaise and dill on toasted bread, often topped with fish roe. Common in Stockholm restaurants and brasseries.
A well-known airport restaurant by chef Pontus Frithiof, offering modern Swedish and international dishes in an upscale terminal setting.
A famous Swedish burger chain at Arlanda, known for reliable fast casual meals, including vegetarian and vegan options.
An established airport dining venue at Arlanda with runway views, serving classic meals and drinks in a relaxed lounge-style atmosphere.
Airport dining and coffee are pricier than in central Stockholm. Cards are standard, but meals and snacks cost more than city averages.
Service is usually included. Tipping is optional; round up or add 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. No tip needed for coffee, taxis, or fast food.
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Stockholm Arlanda Airport -> Stockholm Central Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Västerås Central Station to Stockholm Arlanda Airport 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 Stockholm Arlanda Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Västerås Central Station to Stockholm Arlanda Airport trains use the Västerås Centralstation to Stockholm Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Västerås Central Station and Stockholm Arlanda Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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