The cheapest and fastest trains from Västerås to Gothenburg
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 41 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Västerås to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Västerås to Gothenburg will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 4 trains that leave Västerås for Gothenburg on Sun, Mar 22, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct trains cover the 340 km distance in an average of 4 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 11 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 13 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Västerås to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Västerås to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. 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 train costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $82.
Distance: 211 miles (340 km)
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$37 Average price Cheapest | $327 Average price | $48 Average price |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Västerås to Gothenburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Västerås to Gothenburg trains for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
167 SJ · 60167 SJ | 9:12 AM Västerås Central Station | 4h39 | 1:51 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
21 VL+ 169 SJ · 60169 SJ | 9:43 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5h01 | 2:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2 transfers | |
169 SJ · 60169 SJ | 10:12 AM Västerås Central Station | 4h32 | 2:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
12127 Mälartåg+ 433 X 2000 | 10:34 AM Västerås Central Station | 5h21 | 3:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
12127 Mälartåg+ 433 X 2000+ 100 Västtrafik · 61 Västtrafik | 10:34 AM Västerås Central Station | 5h42 | 4:16 PM Gothenburg | 3 transfers | |
12127 Mälartåg+ 433 X 2000+ 13455 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik | 10:34 AM Västerås Central Station | 5h08 | 3:42 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 3 transfers | |
12127 Mälartåg+ 433 X 2000+ 100 Västtrafik · 61 Västtrafik | 10:34 AM Västerås Central Station | 5h44 | 4:18 PM Gothenburg | 3 transfers | |
21 VL+ 173 SJ · 60173 SJ | 11:43 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5h01 | 4:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2 transfers | |
173 SJ · 60173 SJ | 12:12 PM Västerås Central Station | 4h32 | 4:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
21 VL+ 175 SJ · 60175 SJ | 12:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5h01 | 5:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2 transfers | |
175 SJ · 60175 SJ | 1:12 PM Västerås Central Station | 4h32 | 5:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
21 VL+ 177 SJ · 60177 SJ+ 25 Västtrafik | 1:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5h23 | 7:06 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 transfers | |
21 VL+ 177 SJ · 60177 SJ | 1:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5h04 | 6:47 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2 transfers | |
177 SJ · 60177 SJ | 2:11 PM Västerås Central Station | 4h36 | 6:47 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
21 VL+ 179 SJ · 60179 SJ | 2:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5h01 | 7:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2 transfers | |
179 SJ · 60179 SJ | 3:12 PM Västerås Central Station | 4h32 | 7:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
21 VL+ 183 SJ · 60183 SJ | 4:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5h04 | 9:47 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2 transfers | |
183 SJ · 60183 SJ | 5:13 PM Västerås Central Station | 4h34 | 9:47 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
21 VL+ 184 SJ · 1 SJ+ 1010 Öresundstågen | 6:17 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 14h48 | 9:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5 transfers | |
184 SJ · 1 SJ+ 1010 Öresundstågen · 6808 Öresundstågen | 6:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 14h46 | 9:34 AM Gothenburg | 5 transfers | |
184 SJ · 1 SJ+ 1010 Öresundstågen · 6808 Öresundstågen | 6:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 14h46 | 9:34 AM Gothenburg | 5 transfers | |
184 SJ · 1 SJ+ 1010 Öresundstågen · 6808 Öresundstågen | 6:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 14h17 | 9:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
![]() | 8:12 AM Västerås | 4h18 | 12:30 PM Gothenburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Västerås to Gothenburg
Trains from Västerås to Gothenburg run on average 34 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 211 miles (340 km) distance in 3h 43m.
Distance 211 miles (340 km) |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 00:23 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Västerås to Gothenburg trainsSJ, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Västerås and Gothenburg from $21 (€17). 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 Västerås to Gothenburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Västerås to Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Västerås to Gothenburg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available 24/7 with access from Södra Ringvägen
- Frank Bistro
- Restaurang Varda
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- 5 SEK
- Elite Stadshotellet Västerås
- Best Western Hotel Esplanade
- Clarion Collection Hotel Etage
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Stockholm and other destinations
- Hall 2: waiting area and lockers
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Mälarbanan railway
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
- Burger King
- Espresso House
- Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
- Franks gatukök
- Fruit & Berry
- Happy M Kitchen
- Le Croissant
- Lilla London
- Metropolitan
- Mr. Shou
- & many more
- All entrances to the station are accessible. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee. Personalized special assistance can be requested.
- Hotel Royal
- Hotel Pigalle
- ProfilHotels | Opera
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- Opposite the taxi station.
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 13
- Bus lines: 60327, 61327, Flygbussarna
- Train lines: 029, FLX, MTRX, SJ Regionaltåg, SJ SJ3000, SJ X2000, Tågab, Västtågen, Öresundståg
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