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Visitor centre and museum at the silver mine with exhibitions on mining, geology and local history, plus access to guided experiences.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Västerås to Sala
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
43 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
44 m
Buses on 12 Sept
11
Distance
34 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Västerås to Sala is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Västerås to Sala will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Fast coaches
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 11 buses from Västerås to Sala, including 7 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 34 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 43 m .
The slowest buses will take 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
569 VL · 401 VL9:301h46Västerås11:16Sala£51One-way1 change- 569 VL11:250h45Västerås Central Station12:10Sala tågstation£51One-way0 changes
- 569 VL · 401 VL13:051h11Västerås14:16Sala£51One-way1 change
- 569 VL · 401 VL9:251h51Västerås Central Station11:16Sala£51One-way1 change
- 569 VL13:000h45Västerås Central Station13:45Sala tågstation£51One-way0 changes
- 569 VL19:060h43Västerås Central Station19:49Sala tågstation£51One-way0 changes
- 569 VL22:200h43Västerås Central Station23:03Sala tågstation£51One-way0 changes
- 569 VL11:250h45Västerås Central Station12:10Sala tågstation£51One-way0 changes
- 569 VL13:000h45Västerås Central Station13:45Sala tågstation£51One-way0 changes
- 569 VL9:250h45Västerås Central Station10:10Sala tågstation£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Västerås to Sala
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Västerås to Sala among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 34 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£6 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Västerås to Sala is a train with an average price of £6.
This is compared to other travel options from Västerås to Sala:
A train is £0.05 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Västerås to Sala costing on average £6.
The fastest way to travel from Västerås to Sala is by train with an average journey time of 28m.
Other travel options to Sala take longer:
Coach takes on average 46m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Västerås and Sala including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £0.93. The journey takes 46m versus 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by VL.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Västerås to Sala bus times
The table below shows live departures for Västerås to Sala coaches for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 VL · 569 VL · 401 VL | 8:41 Västerås | 1h33 | 10:14 Sala | 2 changes | |
| 569 VL | 8:45 Västerås Central Station | 0h48 | 9:33 Sala tågstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 569 VL · 401 VL | 8:50 Västerås | 1h24 | 10:14 Sala | 1 change | |
| 3 VL · 569 VL · 62 VL | 10:12 Västerås Barometergatan | 2h35 | 12:47 Sala, Sätrabrunn | 2 changes | |
| 21 VL · 569 VL · 62 VL | 10:14 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2h33 | 12:47 Sala, Sätrabrunn | 2 changes | |
| 569 VL | 10:35 Västerås Central Station | 0h48 | 11:23 Sala tågstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 569 VL · 401 VL | 10:35 Västerås Central Station | 1h43 | 12:18 Sala | 1 change | |
| 569 VL · 401 VL | 10:40 Västerås | 1h38 | 12:18 Sala | 1 change | |
| 21 VL+2124 Mälartåg+65 VL · 62 VL | 10:44 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2h03 | 12:47 Sala, Sätrabrunn | 3 changes | |
| 3 VL+2124 Mälartåg+65 VL · 62 VL | 11:02 Västerås Barometergatan | 1h45 | 12:47 Sala, Sätrabrunn | 3 changes | |
| 569 VL | 12:25 Västerås Central Station | 0h48 | 13:13 Sala tågstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3 VL · 569 VL · 62 VL | 12:52 Västerås Barometergatan | 1h21 | 14:13 Sala, Sätrabrunn | 2 changes | |
| 3 VL+2132 Mälartåg+62 VL | 13:02 Västerås Barometergatan | 2h19 | 15:21 Sala, Sätrabrunn | 2 changes | |
| 21 VL · 569 VL · 62 VL | 13:14 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 0h59 | 14:13 Sala, Sätrabrunn | 2 changes | |
| 569 VL | 13:15 Västerås Central Station | 0h48 | 14:03 Sala tågstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 569 VL · 401 VL | 13:15 Västerås Central Station | 1h07 | 14:22 Sala | 1 change | |
| 569 VL · 401 VL | 13:20 Västerås | 1h02 | 14:22 Sala | 1 change | |
| 21 VL+2136 Mälartåg+61 VL · 62 VL | 13:44 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2h34 | 16:18 Sala, Sätrabrunn | 3 changes | |
| 3 VL+2136 Mälartåg+61 VL · 62 VL | 14:00 Västerås Barometergatan | 2h18 | 16:18 Sala, Sätrabrunn | 3 changes | |
| 3 VL · 569 VL · 62 VL | 14:52 Västerås Barometergatan | 1h31 | 16:23 Sala, Sätrabrunn | 2 changes | |
| 569 VL | 15:15 Västerås Central Station | 0h52 | 16:07 Sala tågstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 569 VL · 66 VL | 15:15 Västerås Central Station | 0h58 | 16:13 Sala | 1 change | |
| 21 VL · 569 VL · 62 VL | 15:17 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 1h06 | 16:23 Sala, Sätrabrunn | 2 changes | |
| 569 VL · 66 VL | 15:21 Västerås | 0h52 | 16:13 Sala | 1 change | |
| 3 VL · 569 VL · 62 VL | 15:52 Västerås Barometergatan | 1h05 | 16:57 Sala, Sätrabrunn | 2 changes | |
| 3 VL+2144 Mälartåg+61 VL · 62 VL | 16:00 Västerås Barometergatan | 2h23 | 18:23 Sala, Sätrabrunn | 3 changes | |
| 21 VL · 569 VL · 62 VL | 16:17 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 0h40 | 16:57 Sala, Sätrabrunn | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Västerås to Sala
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Buses from Västerås to Sala run on average 26 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 34 km distance in 41m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 34 km |
Average bus duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 41m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: VL from Västerås to SalaYou can travel by bus between Västerås to Sala with VL for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
VL
About
Västmanlands Lokaltrafik (VL) is a public transportation provider based in Västerås, Sweden, offering an extensive network of bus routes across Västmanland County. With 54 bus routes and over 1,000 stops, VL connects cities such as Västerås, Sala, and Arboga, facilitating daily commutes and regional travel. The company emphasizes passenger convenience through its VL app, which allows users to purchase mobile tickets, access real-time schedules, and plan journeys efficiently. VL is also involved in innovative projects, including testing self-driving bus technology to enhance service quality and sustainability. ([vl.se](https://www.vl.se/innehall/travel-with-us--information-in-english/?utm_source=openai), [volvobuses.com](https://www.volvobuses.com/en/news-stories/press-releases/2025/jan/self-driving-support-system-in-vasteras.html?utm_source=openai))
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average VL Duration
43m
Cheapest VL Price
£4
Luggage included
One checked bag up to 20kg is included.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be added, but specific details on size and cost are not provided.
Refund
If a bus trip is canceled by VL, a full refund is automatically initiated.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed.
Amenities on board the bus
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Valley Metro buses are equipped with ADA compliant four-point mobility device securement systems and operators are trained to assist passengers.
Bikes
Bicycles are allowed on exterior racks on all buses, with some routes allowing bikes inside if racks are full or non-operational, at the driver's discretion.
Pets
Small pets are allowed in enclosed carriers that fit on the lap or under the seat, and guide dogs are permitted.
Motorbike
Complete guide to Sala
Things to do in Sala
Discover the best of Sala — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sala trip today.
- Recommended
Sala museum
Small local museum presenting Sala’s town history through objects, photographs and stories from daily life and industry.
- Recommended
Gruvbyn
Heritage environment with preserved miners’ homes and interiors that function as a museum of domestic life near the mine.
- Recommended
Stora Torget
Central square framed by shops and civic buildings, useful as a base for exploring Sala and observing daily town life.
- Recommended
Stadsparken
Town park with lawns, paths and mature trees, ideal for a relaxed walk close to the centre and local events in season.
Ekebydammen
Waterside walking area along the stream through central Sala, offering a pleasant route past greenery and historic surroundings.
Kroppkakor
Kroppkakor are potato dumplings filled with pork and onion, served with butter and lingonberries. A classic Swedish comfort dish eaten across central Sweden.
- Gluten-free
Pytt i panna
Pytt i panna is a fried hash of diced potatoes, onion and meat, usually topped with beetroot and a fried egg. It is a familiar everyday Swedish meal.
Gravlax
Gravlax is cured salmon with dill, sugar and salt, often served with mustard sauce. It is one of Sweden’s best-known traditional fish dishes.
Åkra Konditori
Popular café for fika, sandwiches and pastries. A convenient stop for traditional Swedish coffee culture in central Sala.
Restaurang Stadsparken
Established restaurant and pub-style venue in Sala with hearty mains, drinks and a sociable town-centre atmosphere.
Sala Pizzeria
Casual pizzeria and grill in Sala serving pizza, kebab and simple Swedish fast dishes in a relaxed setting.
Swedish krona (kr)
Moderate for Sweden. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller Nordic towns, but local transport is limited and day-to-day spending is manageable with card payments.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- kr120-170 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- kr220-350 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- kr500+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- kr35-50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis may be rounded up; cafés do not expect tips.
Official public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- 0 kr
- Day pass
- 0 kr
To the city centre
Sätrabrunn, Sala -> Sala resecentrum, Sala
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Local public transport within Sala municipality is free of charge. Check current timetables in the official VL app or on VL’s website.
- Contactless payment information for Sala services could not be confirmed from the official sources reviewed.
FAQs: Västerås to Sala coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Västerås to Sala by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sala, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Västerås to Sala can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Västerås to Sala is £6; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Västerås to Sala is 41m to travel the 34 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Västerås to Sala leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Västerås to Sala leaves at 23:15.
Yes, there are 11 direct coaches a day from Västerås to Sala with VL. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Västerås to Sala, you can count on VL for the best way to get you to Sala. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Västerås and Sala and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Sala from Västerås is worth doing with a journey time of 41m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Västerås to Sala is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Västerås and Sala including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Västerås to Sala:
- VL
- Valley Metro buses are equipped with ADA compliant four-point mobility device securement systems and operators are trained to assist passengers.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Västerås to Sala for coach company VL.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company VL.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Västerås to Sala.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Västerås to Sala:
- VL
- One checked bag up to 20kg is included.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Västerås to Sala:
- VL
- Additional luggage can be added, but specific details on size and cost are not provided.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Västerås to Sala. The following conditions apply:
- VL
- Small pets are allowed in enclosed carriers that fit on the lap or under the seat, and guide dogs are permitted.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Västerås to Sala with the following coach company: VL
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Västerås to Sala with the following coach company: VL.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Västerås to Sala.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Västerås and Sala
Most Västerås to Sala buses use the Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) to Sala, Sätrabrunn station pair. Use this guide to compare Västerås and Sala bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Västerås
Arrival bus stations in Sala
Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)Alvestavägen & Almvägen, 722 31 Västerås, Sweden
City-centre transport
Getting to Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) from Västerås city centre
Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) is 5 km from Västerås city centre. Public transport options include:
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Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) bus station facilities and services
Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen). ATMs are available at Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen): Bus stop is accessible for people with disabilities.
Which Sala station do buses from Västerås arrive at?
Buses from Västerås to Sala arrive at Sala, Sätrabrunn. Sala, Sätrabrunn is 11 km from Sala city centre.
Sala, SätrabrunnSala, Sweden
City-centre transport
Getting to Sala, Sätrabrunn from Sala city centre
Sala, Sätrabrunn is 11 km from Sala city centre. Public transport options include:
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Sala, Sätrabrunn bus station facilities and services
Sala, Sätrabrunn has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sala, Sätrabrunn. ATMs are available at Sala, Sätrabrunn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sala, Sätrabrunn.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sala, Sätrabrunn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sala, Sätrabrunn: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
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