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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Västerås to Skövde
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 57 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Västerås to Skövde is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Västerås to Skövde will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 5 trains that leave Västerås for Skövde on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 206 km distance in an average of 3 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 6 h 53 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 and bus for Västerås to Skövde
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Västerås to Skövde among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €74.
Distance: 128 miles (206 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€21 Average price Cheapest | €86 Average price |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Västerås to Skövde train times
The table below shows live departures for Västerås to Skövde trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 169 SJ | 10:12 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h35 | 12:47 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
 12127 Mälartåg+433 X 2000 | 10:34 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h46 | 1:20 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 171 SJ | 11:12 AM Västerås Central Station | 2h35 | 1:47 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
 21 VL+173 SJ+2 Västtrafik | 11:39 AM Västerås, Åkesta | 3h57 | 3:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2 transfers | |
| 21 VL+173 SJ+2 Västtrafik | 11:43 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3h53 | 3:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2 transfers | |
| 173 SJ | 12:12 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h35 | 2:47 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12135 Mälartåg+437 X 2000 | 12:34 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h43 | 3:17 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 21 VL+175 SJ+2 Västtrafik | 12:39 PM Västerås, Åkesta | 3h57 | 4:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2 transfers | |
| 21 VL+175 SJ+2 Västtrafik | 12:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3h53 | 4:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2 transfers | |
| 175 SJ | 1:12 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h35 | 3:47 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 21 VL+177 SJ+2 Västtrafik | 1:39 PM Västerås, Åkesta | 3h57 | 5:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2 transfers | |
| 21 VL+177 SJ+2 Västtrafik | 1:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3h53 | 5:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2 transfers | |
| 177 SJ | 2:11 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h35 | 4:46 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12143 Mälartåg+441 X 2000 | 2:34 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h42 | 5:16 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
21 VL+ 18911 Vy Tåg AB+179 SJ+2 Västtrafik | 3:09 PM Västerås, Åkesta | 3h27 | 6:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 3 transfers | |
| 179 SJ | 3:12 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h35 | 5:47 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 21 VL+18911 Vy Tåg AB+179 SJ+2 Västtrafik | 3:13 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3h23 | 6:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 3 transfers | |
| 21 VL+181 SJ+2 Västtrafik | 3:39 PM Västerås, Åkesta | 3h57 | 7:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2 transfers | |
| 18911 Vy Tåg AB+179 SJ | 3:40 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h07 | 5:47 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 21 VL+181 SJ+2 Västtrafik | 3:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3h53 | 7:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2 transfers | |
| 181 SJ | 4:12 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h35 | 6:47 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12151 Mälartåg+445 X 2000 | 4:34 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h42 | 7:16 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 21 VL+183 SJ+2 Västtrafik | 4:39 PM Västerås, Åkesta | 3h27 | 8:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2 transfers | |
| 21 VL+183 SJ+2 Västtrafik | 4:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3h23 | 8:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2 transfers | |
| 183 SJ | 5:13 PM Västerås Central Station | 2h31 | 7:44 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:12 AM Västerås | 2h34 | 8:46 AM Skövde | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:22 AM Västerås | 3h40 | 11:02 AM Skövde | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Västerås to Skövde
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Trains from Västerås to Skövde run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:18, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 128 miles (206 km) distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 128 miles (206 km) |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 03:18 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: SJ, Malartag, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Västerås to Skövde trainsSJ, Malartag, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Västerås and Skövde from $9 (€7). 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 Skövde
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Västerås to Skövde 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 Skövde, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Västerås to Skövde
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station.
- Restaurang Sällskapet
- Restaurang Glädje
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Scandic Billingen
- Clarion Collection Hotel Majoren
- Quality Hotel Prisma
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance trains
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