How to travel from Bålsta to Västerås

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Compare train and bus for Bålsta to Västerås

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bålsta to Västerås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, while a train costs an average of $8.

Distance: 34 miles (55 km)

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$7

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Cheapest

$8

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$13

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(fuel + tolls)

1h 48m

Average total duration

1h 18m

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30m

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59m

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29m

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39m

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The cheapest way to travel from Bålsta to Västerås is a bus with an average price of $7.

This is compared to other travel options from Bålsta to Västerås:

A bus is $1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bålsta to Västerås costing on average $8.

The fastest way to travel from Bålsta to Västerås is by train with an average journey time of 59m.

Other travel options to Västerås take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bålsta and Västerås including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bålsta to Västerås among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 10m faster (29m by train vs 39m by car) and roughly $6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($8 vs $13). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Bålsta to Västerås

How to get from Bålsta to Västerås by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Bålsta to Västerås is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • UL803 UL · 874 UL
    8:17 AM1h27
    Bålsta station
    9:44 AMVästerås Central Station
    $51One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • UL803 UL · 874 UL
    8:17 AM1h27
    Bålsta station
    9:44 AMVästerås Central Station
    $51One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SJ165 SJ
    8:41 AM0h29
    Bålsta station
    9:10 AMVästerås Central Station
    $91One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SJ113 SJ
    8:11 AM0h30
    Bålsta station
    8:41 AMVästerås Central Station
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • SJ115 SJ
    9:11 AM0h30
    Bålsta station
    9:41 AMVästerås Central Station
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • SJ167 SJ
    9:41 AM0h29
    Bålsta station
    10:10 AMVästerås Central Station
    $91One-way
    0 transfers
  • UL803 UL · 874 UL+VL21 VL
    8:17 AM1h50
    Bålsta station
    10:07 AMVästerås
    $81One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bålsta to Västerås

Travel to Västerås easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bålsta to Västerås.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bålsta and Västerås including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bålsta to Västerås is a bus with an average price of $7.

This is compared to other travel options from Bålsta to Västerås:

A bus is $1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bålsta to Västerås costing on average $8.

The fastest way to travel from Bålsta to Västerås is by train with an average journey time of 59m.

Other travel options to Västerås take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 48m.

The distance from Bålsta to Västerås is approximately 34 miles (55 km).
The average frequency per day from Bålsta to Västerås is:
  • Around 18 trains per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bålsta and Västerås as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bålsta to Västerås:
  • Buses mostly depart from Bålsta, Gransäterskolan and arrive in Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen).
  • Trains mostly depart from Bålsta station and arrive in Västerås Central Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bålsta to Västerås, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with UL to go to Västerås by bus.
  • Travel with vy, SJ to go to Västerås by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bålsta to Västerås:
  • 18 direct trains per day with vy, SJ.
Omio customers who travel from Bålsta to Västerås often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Stockholm Arlanda Airport, Uppsala, Stockholm-Arlanda, Gothenburg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Västerås and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Västerås to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Västerås, you can enjoy the thrilling slides and relaxation areas at Kokpunkten Actionbad, explore maritime history at the Västerås Historical Shipyard, and experience zip-lining and climbing at Västerås Adventure Park. For cultural experiences, visit the Västerås Concert Hall for musical performances and cultural events or join Västerås City Walks to discover the city's history and architecture. Notable sights include the historic Västerås Cathedral, Vallby Open Air Museum showcasing traditional Swedish life, the ancient Anundshög burial mound, Västerås Art Museum with contemporary art, and Djäkneberget Park for scenic views and relaxation.
Two to three days in Västerås is ideal for exploring its main attractions, including the Västerås Cathedral, Vallby Open Air Museum, and engaging in outdoor activities by Lake Mälaren.

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