The cheapest and fastest trains from Västerås to Malmö
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
5 h 19 m
Average duration
5 h 19 m
Trains per day
111
Distance
493 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Västerås to Malmö is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Västerås to Malmö will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
It's difficult to get from Västerås to Malmö without transferring at least once.
874 UL · 804 UL+
593 SL+
519 X 2000
188 SJ · 1 SJ
21 VL+
874 UL · 804 UL+
593 SL
21 VL+
188 SJ · 1 SJ+
5 Skånetrafiken
21 VL+
188 SJ · 1 SJ+
5 Skånetrafiken
2155 Mälartåg+
547 X 2000
2139 Mälartåg+
539 X 2000
2115 Mälartåg+
527 X 2000
2123 Mälartåg+
531 X 2000
2147 Mälartåg+
543 X 2000Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Västerås to Malmö
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Västerås to Malmö among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $78.
Distance: 306 miles (493 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$77 Average price | $178 Average price | $62 Average price Cheapest |
6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 15m Average total duration 11h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Västerås to Malmö train times
The table below shows live departures for Västerås to Malmö trains for today, Sunday, March 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
21 VL+ 12111 Mälartåg+ 525 X 2000 · 60525 SJ | 6:09 AM Västerås, Åkesta | 7h18 | 1:27 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 5 transfers | |
21 VL+ 12111 Mälartåg+ 525 X 2000 · 60525 SJ | 6:11 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 7h16 | 1:27 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 5 transfers | |
12111 Mälartåg+ 525 X 2000 · 60525 SJ · 527 X 2000 | 6:33 AM Västerås Central Station | 6h20 | 12:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
21 VL+ 162 SJ · 529 X 2000 · 60529 SJ | 7:09 AM Västerås, Åkesta | 8h18 | 3:27 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 5 transfers | |
21 VL+ 12119 Mälartåg+ 529 X 2000 · 60529 SJ | 7:11 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 8h16 | 3:27 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 5 transfers | |
21 VL+ 162 SJ · 529 X 2000 · 60529 SJ | 7:11 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 8h16 | 3:27 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 5 transfers | |
163 SJ+ 1095 Öresundstågen | 7:12 AM Västerås Central Station | 7h36 | 2:48 PM Malmö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
12119 Mälartåg+ 529 X 2000 · 60529 SJ · 531 X 2000 | 8:34 AM Västerås Central Station | 6h19 | 2:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
21 VL+ 12127 Mälartåg+ 533 X 2000 · 60533 SJ | 9:39 AM Västerås, Åkesta | 7h48 | 5:27 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 5 transfers | |
21 VL+ 12127 Mälartåg+ 533 X 2000 · 60533 SJ | 9:43 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 7h44 | 5:27 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 5 transfers | |
12127 Mälartåg+ 533 X 2000 · 60533 SJ · 535 X 2000 | 10:34 AM Västerås Central Station | 6h19 | 4:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
21 VL+ 12135 Mälartåg+ 537 X 2000 · 60537 SJ | 11:39 AM Västerås, Åkesta | 7h43 | 7:22 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 5 transfers | |
21 VL+ 12135 Mälartåg+ 537 X 2000 · 60537 SJ | 11:43 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 7h39 | 7:22 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 5 transfers | |
12135 Mälartåg+ 537 X 2000 · 60537 SJ · 539 X 2000 | 12:34 PM Västerås Central Station | 6h19 | 6:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
21 VL+ 188 SJ · 67 SJ+ 17501 Krösatågen | 8:13 PM Västerås, Åkesta | 9h46 | 5:59 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 5 transfers | |
21 VL+ 188 SJ · 67 SJ+ 1205 Pågatåg | 8:13 PM Västerås, Åkesta | 9h46 | 5:59 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 5 transfers | |
21 VL+ 188 SJ · 67 SJ+ 1205 Pågatåg | 8:17 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 9h42 | 5:59 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 5 transfers | |
21 VL+ 188 SJ · 67 SJ+ 17501 Krösatågen | 8:17 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 9h42 | 5:59 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 5 transfers | |
188 SJ · 67 SJ+ 1205 Pågatåg | 8:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 8h48 | 5:36 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
188 SJ · 67 SJ+ 17501 Krösatågen+ 1021 Öresundstågen | 8:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 8h45 | 5:33 AM Malmö Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
21 VL+ 2103 Mälartåg+ 521 X 2000+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 4:09 AM Västerås, Åkesta | 6h11 | 10:20 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 transfers | |
21 VL+ 2103 Mälartåg+ 521 X 2000+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 4:11 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 6h09 | 10:20 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 transfers | |
2103 Mälartåg+ 521 X 2000 | 4:34 AM Västerås Central Station | 5h19 | 9:53 AM Malmö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
2103 Mälartåg · 2111 Mälartåg+ 527 X 2000 | 4:34 AM Västerås Central Station | 8h19 | 12:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
2103 Mälartåg · 2107 Mälartåg+ 523 X 2000 | 4:34 AM Västerås Central Station | 6h19 | 10:53 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
2103 Mälartåg · 2107 Mälartåg+ 527 X 2000 | 4:34 AM Västerås Central Station | 8h19 | 12:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
21 VL+ 2107 Mälartåg+ 523 X 2000+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 4:39 AM Västerås, Åkesta | 6h41 | 11:20 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 transfers | |
8503 Mälartåg · 2111 Mälartåg+ 527 X 2000 | 5:04 AM Västerås Central Station | 7h49 | 12:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
8503 Mälartåg · 2107 Mälartåg+ 527 X 2000 | 5:04 AM Västerås Central Station | 7h49 | 12:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
8503 Mälartåg · 2107 Mälartåg+ 523 X 2000 | 5:04 AM Västerås Central Station | 5h49 | 10:53 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
21 VL+ 2107 Mälartåg+ 523 X 2000+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 5:07 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 6h13 | 11:20 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Västerås to Malmö
Trains from Västerås to Malmö run on average 22 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 306 miles (493 km) distance in 5h 19m.
Distance 306 miles (493 km) |
Average train duration 5h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 5h 19m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: SJ, Snälltåget, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Västerås to Malmö trainsSJ, Snälltåget, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Västerås and Malmö from $30 (€24). 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 Malmö
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Västerås to Malmö 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 Malmö, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Västerås to Malmö
- 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: 09:15 - 17:15
- 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. Max storage time 7 days.
- Bistro Royal
- Burger King
- Chao Oriental Express
- Espresso House
- O'Leary's
- Sliders & Shakes
- Woso Sushi
- Subway
- Sofra
- Spazio
- & many more
- Accessible entrances to the station are via the so-called Glashallen on the north side. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee.
- Hotel Duxiana Malmo
- Moment Hotels
- Mayfair Hotel Tunneln
- Mon - Fri: 09:15 - 17:15
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 31, 32, 35
- Train lines: City Tunnel, Øresund Line, Southern Main Line, West Coast Line
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Hyllie Boulevard.
- Restaurant Nilsson's
- Skybar & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 5
- Best Western Malmo Arena Hotel
- Quality Hotel View
- Malmö Arena Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Malmö Central and Copenhagen
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Öresundståg
- Bus: Several lines available
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