How to travel from Västerås to Malmö

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Västerås to Malmö

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Västerås to Malmö among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $57, while a flight costs an average of $250.

Distance: 306 miles (493 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Västerås to Malmö

Compare the available ways to get from Västerås to Malmö, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Västerås to Malmö is a train with an average price of $57.

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

A train is $20 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Västerås to Malmö costing on average $76.

A train is $193 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Västerås to Malmö costing on average $250.

The fastest way to travel from Västerås to Malmö is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 15m.

Other travel options to Malmö take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 52m.

Bus takes on average 12h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Västerås and Malmö including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Västerås to Malmö among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 41m faster (5h 22m by train vs 6h 3m by car) and roughly $63 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($57 vs $119). 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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How to get from Västerås to Malmö by train, bus or flight.

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

  • Malartag2115 Mälartåg+SJ Snabbtåg593 SJ Snabbtåg
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Malartag2115 Mälartåg+SJ Snabbtåg593 SJ Snabbtåg
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Sas AirwaysSK121
    0 transfers

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  • Malartag2119 Mälartåg+Snälltåget307 Snälltåget
    1 transfer
  • Malartag2119 Mälartåg+SJ Snabbtåg529 SJ Snabbtåg
    1 transfer
  • SJ Regional167 SJ Regional+Oresundstag1111 Öresundståg
    1 transfer
  • Vy Bus4You850 · 400 · 600
    2 transfers
  • Vy Bus4You850 · 600
    1 transfer
  • Sas AirwaysSK113
    0 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK115
    0 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK117
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Västerås to Malmö

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There are 3 options to travel between Västerås and Malmö including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Västerås to Malmö is a train with an average price of $57.

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

A train is $20 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Västerås to Malmö costing on average $76.

A train is $193 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Västerås to Malmö costing on average $250.

The fastest way to travel from Västerås to Malmö is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 15m.

Other travel options to Malmö take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 52m.

Bus takes on average 12h 37m.

The distance from Västerås to Malmö is approximately 306 miles (493 km).
The average frequency per day from Västerås to Malmö is:
  • Around 33 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 4 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Västerås and Malmö 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 Malmö:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stockholm Arlanda Airport and arrive in Malmo Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Västerås Central Station and arrive in Malmö Centralstation.
  • Buses mostly depart from Västerås, Resecentrum and arrive in Malmö, Norra Vallgatan.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Västerås to Malmö, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SJ, Snälltåget, Malartag, Oresundstag, VR, Tågab to go to Malmö by train.
  • Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Express Sweden to go to Malmö by bus.
  • Travel with Sas Airways to go to Malmö by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Västerås to Malmö:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Sas Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Västerås to Malmö often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Copenhagen, Gothenburg, Oslo, Hamburg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Malmö and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Malmö to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Malmö, you can explore Malmö Konsthall for contemporary art, relax at Ribersborg Beach with views of the Öresund Bridge, and enjoy Folkets Park's lively atmosphere with playgrounds and a small zoo. Discover multicultural vibes at Möllevångstorget, and marvel at the engineering of the Öresund Bridge. For sights, visit the iconic Turning Torso, explore the historic Malmö Castle and Malmöhus Slott, and unwind at Lilla Torg and Kungsparken.
For a well-rounded experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Malmö is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, enjoy the local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the city's vibrant culture.

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