The cheapest and fastest trains from Varberg to Borås
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Varberg to Borås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Varberg to Borås will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 20 trains that leave Varberg for Borås on Mon, Jul 06, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 06 the direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
On Mon, Jul 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.
13878 Västtrafik12:38 PM1h20Varberg tågstation1:58 PMBorås Centralstation$131One-way0 transfers
13882 Västtrafik2:38 PM1h20Varberg tågstation3:58 PMBorås Centralstation$131One-way0 transfers
13886 Västtrafik4:38 PM1h23Varberg tågstation6:01 PMBorås Centralstation$131One-way0 transfers
13868 Västtrafik8:06 AM1h23Varberg tågstation9:29 AMBorås Centralstation$131One-way0 transfers
13864 Västtrafik6:10 AM1h16Varberg tågstation7:26 AMBorås Centralstation$131One-way0 transfers
13864 Västtrafik6:10 AM1h16Varberg tågstation7:26 AMBorås Centralstation$131One-way0 transfers
13878 Västtrafik12:38 PM1h20Varberg tågstation1:58 PMBorås Centralstation$131One-way0 transfers
13882 Västtrafik2:38 PM1h20Varberg tågstation3:58 PMBorås Centralstation$131One-way0 transfers
3896 Västtrafik8:38 PM1h20Varberg tågstation9:58 PMBorås Centralstation$131One-way0 transfers
13890 Västtrafik6:40 PM1h21Varberg tågstation8:01 PMBorås Centralstation$131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Varberg to Borås
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Varberg to Borås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 49 miles (80 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Varberg to Borås:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Varberg to Borås costing on average $18 (€15).
Other travel options to Borås take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 5m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with Västtrafik.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Varberg to Borås train times
The table below shows live departures for Varberg to Borås trains for today, Sunday, July 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
13886 Västtrafik · 8 Västtrafik+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 4:07 PM Varberg | 2h11 | 6:18 PM Borås | 2 transfers | |
13886 Västtrafik | 4:38 PM Varberg tågstation | 1h23 | 6:01 PM Borås Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
13890 Västtrafik · 8 Västtrafik+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 6:07 PM Varberg | 2h11 | 8:18 PM Borås | 2 transfers | |
13890 Västtrafik | 6:40 PM Varberg tågstation | 1h21 | 8:01 PM Borås Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
13898 Västtrafik · 8 Västtrafik+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 8:07 PM Varberg | 2h11 | 10:18 PM Borås | 2 transfers | |
13898 Västtrafik | 8:40 PM Varberg tågstation | 1h20 | 10:00 PM Borås Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, July 6 | |||||
13864 Västtrafik · 159 Västtrafik+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 5:52 AM Varberg | 1h48 | 7:40 AM Borås | 2 transfers | |
13864 Västtrafik | 6:10 AM Varberg tågstation | 1h16 | 7:26 AM Borås Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
13866 Västtrafik · 159 Västtrafik+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 6:52 AM Varberg | 1h48 | 8:40 AM Borås | 2 transfers | |
13866 Västtrafik | 7:07 AM Varberg tågstation | 1h23 | 8:30 AM Borås Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
13868 Västtrafik · 8 Västtrafik+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 7:52 AM Varberg | 1h55 | 9:47 AM Borås | 2 transfers | |
13868 Västtrafik | 8:06 AM Varberg tågstation | 1h23 | 9:29 AM Borås Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
13874 Västtrafik · 159 Västtrafik+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 10:07 AM Varberg | 2h03 | 12:10 PM Borås | 2 transfers | |
13874 Västtrafik | 10:39 AM Varberg tågstation | 1h21 | 12:00 PM Borås Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
13878 Västtrafik · 159 Västtrafik+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 12:07 PM Varberg | 2h04 | 2:11 PM Borås | 2 transfers | |
13878 Västtrafik | 12:38 PM Varberg tågstation | 1h20 | 1:58 PM Borås Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
13882 Västtrafik · 159 Västtrafik+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 2:07 PM Varberg | 2h04 | 4:11 PM Borås | 2 transfers | |
1 Hallandstrafiken+ 2094 VR Snabbtåg+ 8 Västtrafik | 2:37 PM Varberg | 2h25 | 5:02 PM Borås | 2 transfers | |
13882 Västtrafik | 2:38 PM Varberg tågstation | 1h20 | 3:58 PM Borås Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
2094 VR Snabbtåg | 3:16 PM Varberg tågstation | 1h29 | 4:45 PM Borås Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Varberg to Borås
Trains from Varberg to Borås run on average 61 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. 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 00:07, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (80 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 49 miles (80 km) |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 61 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Varberg to Borås
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Varberg to Borås 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 Borås, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Varberg to Borås
Most Varberg to Borås trains use the Varberg tågstation to Borås Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Borås, Söderbro. Use this guide to compare Varberg and Borås train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Varberg station do trains to Borås leave from?
Getting to Varberg tågstation from Varberg city centre
Varberg tågstation train station facilities and services
Varberg tågstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurang Zorba, John's Place
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Varberg tågstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Varberg tågstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Varberg tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Varberg tågstation: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Varberg tågstation: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Fregatten, Hotell Gästis, Varbergs Stadshotell & Asia Spa.
Varberg, Brunnsparken train station facilities and services
Varberg, Brunnsparken has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Varberg, Brunnsparken: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Getting to Borås Centralstation from Borås city centre
Borås Centralstation train station facilities and services
Borås Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Viskan, Café Bakgården
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Borås Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Borås Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Borås Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Borås Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Borås Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Quality Hotel Grand, Scandic Plaza Borås, Comfort Hotel Jazz.
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