How to travel from Hamburg to Västerås

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Västerås

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Västerås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $106 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $106, while a flight costs an average of $174.

Distance: 485 miles (781 km)

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$106

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$174

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$144

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$308

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12h 37m

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12h 7m

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11h 38m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Västerås is a train with an average price of $106 (€86).

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

A train is $38 (€31) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Hamburg to Västerås costing on average $144 (€116).

A train is $68 (€55) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Västerås costing on average $174 (€141).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Västerås is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 10m.

Other travel options to Västerås take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 37m.

Bus takes on average 17h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hamburg and Västerås including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hamburg to Västerås among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $106 (€86) compared to roughly $308 (€249) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $202 (€163). The journey takes 12h 7m versus 11h 38m 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.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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

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

  • FlixBus
    4:21 PM26h44
    Hamburg
    7:05 PMVästerås
    $801One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    4:21 PM26h44
    Hamburg
    7:05 PMVästerås
    $801One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    3:30 PM19h40
    Hamburg
    11:10 AMVästerås
    $1021One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    3:21 PM26h44
    Hamburg
    6:05 PMVästerås
    $1251One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    4:00 PM24h45
    Hamburg
    4:45 PMVästerås
    $1331One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Västerås.

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There are 3 options to travel between Hamburg and Västerås including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Västerås is a train with an average price of $106 (€86).

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

A train is $38 (€31) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Hamburg to Västerås costing on average $144 (€116).

A train is $68 (€55) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Västerås costing on average $174 (€141).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Västerås is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 10m.

Other travel options to Västerås take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 37m.

Bus takes on average 17h 25m.

The distance from Hamburg to Västerås is approximately 485 miles (781 km).
The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Västerås is:
  • Around 63 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hamburg to Västerås:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Stockholm Arlanda Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Västerås Central Station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arrive in Västerås, Resecentrum.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamburg to Västerås, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Eurowings, Sas Airways, KLM to go to Västerås by flight.
  • Travel with SJ, Deutsche Bahn, Snälltåget, Swedish Railways (SJ) to go to Västerås by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Västerås by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Hamburg to Västerås:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Sas Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Hamburg to Västerås often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Stockholm-Arlanda, Stockholm Arlanda Airport, Gothenburg, Uppsala. 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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