How to travel from Västerås to Gothenburg

There are 3 options to travel between Västerås and Gothenburg including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Västerås to Gothenburg is a train with an average price of kr294.

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

A train is kr103 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Västerås to Gothenburg costing on average kr397.

A train is kr1003 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Västerås to Gothenburg costing on average kr1298.

The fastest way to travel from Västerås to Gothenburg is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 3m.

Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 42m.

Bus takes on average 8h 4m.

The distance from Västerås to Gothenburg is approximately 211 miles (340 km).

The average frequency per day from Västerås to Gothenburg is:

• Around 41 buses per day.
• Around 40 trains per day.
• Around 16 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Västerås to Gothenburg:

• Flights mostly depart from Stockholm Arlanda Airport and arrive in Göteborg-Landvetter Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Västerås Central Station and arrive in Gothenburg Centralstation.
• Buses mostly depart from Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) and arrive in Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen.

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

• Travel with SJ, Västtrafik, VR to go to Gothenburg by train.
• Travel with Sas Airways, Ryanair to go to Gothenburg by flight.
• Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus to go to Gothenburg by bus.

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

• 6 direct trains per day with SJ.
• 5 direct flights per day with Sas Airways.

Omio customers who travel from Västerås to Gothenburg often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Copenhagen, Oslo, Berlin, Malmö. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Gothenburg and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Gothenburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Gothenburg, you can explore the stunning Gothenburg Archipelago, visit the unique Fish Market (Feskekôrka) for fresh seafood, and enjoy a relaxing day at Saltholmen for swimming. Discover the Botanical Garden's beautiful landscapes and take a boat tour along the scenic Göta Canal. Don't miss the exciting rides at Liseberg Amusement Park, interactive exhibits at Universeum, or the Nordic art collection at Gothenburg Museum of Art. Stroll through the charming historic district of Haga and enjoy the natural beauty of Slottsskogen Park.

To fully enjoy Gothenburg's attractions, culture, and dining experiences, spending 2 to 3 days is recommended.