How to travel from Stockholm to Västerås

There are 2 options to travel between Stockholm and Västerås including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm to Västerås is a train with an average price of $11.

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

A train is $2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stockholm to Västerås costing on average $13.

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm to Västerås is by train with an average journey time of 1h 45m.

Other travel options to Västerås take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 12m.

The distance from Stockholm to Västerås is approximately 56 miles (91 km).

The average frequency per day from Stockholm to Västerås is:

• Around 41 trains per day.
• Around 30 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stockholm 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 Stockholm to Västerås:

• Trains mostly depart from Stockholm Central Station and arrive in Västerås Central Station.
• Buses mostly depart from Stockholm, Västerbroplan and arrive in Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stockholm to Västerås, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Infobus, UL, Vy Buss to go to Västerås by bus.
• Travel with SJ, vy, Malartag, Vy Travel AB to go to Västerås by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Stockholm to Västerås with the following travel companies:

• 7 direct buses per day with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Infobus, Vy Buss.
• 18 direct trains per day with SJ, vy, Vy Travel AB.

Omio customers who travel from Stockholm to Västerås often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm-Arlanda, Stockholm Arlanda Airport, Gothenburg, Uppsala, Oslo. 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.