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Kalmar läns museum
A regional museum with archaeology, maritime history and changing exhibitions that give strong context to Kalmar and the county.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£29
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£51
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
3 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
3 h 11 m
Trains on 23 Sept
59
Distance
237 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Borås to Kalmar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Borås to Kalmar will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 59 trains from Borås to Kalmar, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 237 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 20 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.
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327 SJOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Borås to Kalmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £35, while a coach costs an average of £50.
Distance: 237 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£35 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Borås to Kalmar:
A train is £15 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Borås to Kalmar costing on average £50.
Other travel options to Kalmar take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 31m.
The table below shows live departures for Borås to Kalmar trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:59 Borås | 3h03 | 20:02 Kalmar | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:59 Borås | 3h03 | 21:02 Kalmar | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
550 Västtrafik+ 327 SJ+ 161 Kalmar länstrafik · 170 Kalmar länstrafik | 9:27 Hedared | 5h25 | 14:52 Kalmar, Lotsgården | 3 changes | |
550 Västtrafik+ 327 SJ+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 9:27 Hedared | 5h07 | 14:34 Kalmar, Snurrom | 2 changes | |
550 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik+ 17613 Jönköpings länstrafik | 9:27 Hedared | 8h37 | 18:04 Kalmar, Tegelviken | 5 changes | |
550 Västtrafik+ 327 SJ+ 403 Kalmar länstrafik | 9:27 Hedared | 4h59 | 14:26 Kalmar, Tegelviken | 2 changes | |
1 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik+ 17613 Jönköpings länstrafik | 10:03 Borås | 7h32 | 17:35 Kalmar Centralstation | 4 changes | |
3 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik+ 17613 Jönköpings länstrafik | 10:07 Borås | 7h28 | 17:35 Kalmar Centralstation | 4 changes | |
200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik+ 17613 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 8659 Krösatågen | 10:12 Borås Centralstation | 7h23 | 17:35 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
550 Västtrafik+ 174 SJ+ 7229 Västtrafik+ 531 SJ | 10:25 Hedared | 5h59 | 16:24 Kalmar, Snurrom | 5 changes | |
550 Västtrafik+ 174 SJ+ 7229 Västtrafik+ 531 SJ | 10:25 Hedared | 6h01 | 16:26 Kalmar, Tegelviken | 5 changes | |
550 Västtrafik+ 174 SJ+ 7229 Västtrafik+ 531 SJ | 10:25 Hedared | 6h58 | 17:23 Kalmar, Lotsgården | 6 changes | |
550 Västtrafik+ 174 SJ+ 7229 Västtrafik+ 17613 Jönköpings länstrafik | 10:25 Hedared | 6h59 | 17:24 Kalmar, Snurrom | 5 changes | |
550 Västtrafik+ 174 SJ+ 7229 Västtrafik+ 17613 Jönköpings länstrafik | 10:25 Hedared | 7h01 | 17:26 Kalmar, Tegelviken | 5 changes | |
3 Västtrafik+ 327 SJ | 10:37 Borås | 3h29 | 14:06 Kalmar Centralstation | 1 change | |
2 Västtrafik+ 327 SJ | 10:46 Borås | 3h20 | 14:06 Kalmar Centralstation | 1 change | |
327 SJ | 11:00 Borås Centralstation | 3h06 | 14:06 Kalmar Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
3 Västtrafik · 100 Västtrafik+ 487 SJ+ 1080 Öresundståg | 11:07 Borås | 6h52 | 17:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
3 Västtrafik · 100 Västtrafik+ 487 SJ+ 1080 Öresundståg | 11:08 Borås | 6h51 | 17:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
100 Västtrafik+ 487 SJ+ 1080 Öresundståg | 11:15 Borås Centralstation | 6h44 | 17:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 2 changes | |
550 Västtrafik · 3446 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik+ 533 SJ | 11:25 Hedared | 6h01 | 17:26 Kalmar, Tegelviken | 5 changes | |
550 Västtrafik · 3446 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik+ 533 SJ | 11:25 Hedared | 5h59 | 17:24 Kalmar, Snurrom | 5 changes | |
550 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik | 11:27 Hedared | 5h59 | 17:26 Kalmar, Tegelviken | 6 changes | |
550 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik+ 17615 Jönköpings länstrafik | 11:27 Hedared | 6h59 | 18:26 Kalmar, Tegelviken | 5 changes | |
550 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik | 11:27 Hedared | 5h57 | 17:24 Kalmar, Snurrom | 6 changes | |
550 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik+ 17615 Jönköpings länstrafik | 11:27 Hedared | 6h56 | 18:23 Kalmar, Snurrom | 5 changes | |
1 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik+ 17615 Jönköpings länstrafik | 12:03 Borås | 5h56 | 17:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 4 changes | |
1 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik | 12:03 Borås | 4h56 | 16:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 5 changes | |
3 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik+ 17615 Jönköpings länstrafik | 12:07 Borås | 5h52 | 17:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 4 changes | |
3 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik | 12:07 Borås | 4h52 | 16:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 5 changes | |
200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik+ 17615 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 1080 Öresundståg | 12:12 Borås Centralstation | 5h47 | 17:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik+ 533 SJ | 12:12 Borås Centralstation | 4h47 | 16:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 4 changes | |
550 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik+ 17617 Jönköpings länstrafik | 12:27 Hedared | 6h59 | 19:26 Kalmar, Tegelviken | 5 changes | |
550 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik+ 17617 Jönköpings länstrafik | 12:27 Hedared | 6h56 | 19:23 Kalmar, Snurrom | 5 changes | |
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Trains from Borås to Kalmar run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:48, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 237 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 237 km |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 1:48 |
Last train 23:45 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Kalmar — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kalmar trip today.
A regional museum with archaeology, maritime history and changing exhibitions that give strong context to Kalmar and the county.
A contemporary art museum in a striking harbour-side building, known for modern exhibitions and views over the strait.
A specialised ship museum preserving the Kronan story through finds and displays, ideal for visitors interested in naval history.
The island city centre offers cobbled streets, shops, old fortifications and easy walking between major sights and the waterfront.
Kalmar’s main square is framed by historic buildings and the cathedral, making it a natural base for sightseeing and events.
A waterside park beside the castle, popular for walks, picnics and classic views of Kalmar Slott across the moat.
A crisp ring-shaped biscuit from Öland, flavoured with cardamom or aniseed. It is a classic local coffee companion in Kalmar County.
A traditional Småland cheesecake baked without a pastry base, usually served with cream and jam. It is a beloved regional dessert in south-east Sweden.
A light fermented ale once common in Småland farm brewing. It is part of regional drinking heritage and may still appear at traditional food events.
Historic hotel restaurant offering classic Swedish dishes and seasonal menus in an elegant old-town setting.
Popular waterfront restaurant known for seafood, Swedish classics and harbour views in a relaxed setting.
Established dining room by Kalmar Castle serving modern Nordic cooking with a refined but welcoming atmosphere.
Moderate for Sweden. Hotels and dining cost more than much of Europe, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or adding 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated but not expected. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.
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Kalmar Centralstation -> Stortorget, Kalmar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Borås to Kalmar by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kalmar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Borås to Kalmar trains use the Borås Centralstation to Kalmar Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Borås and Kalmar train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Borås Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Viskan, Café Bakgården
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Borås Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Borås Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Borås Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Borås Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Borås Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Quality Hotel Grand, Scandic Plaza Borås, Comfort Hotel Jazz.
Kalmar Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Kallskänken, Restaurang Byttan
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Kalmar Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Kalmar Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kalmar Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kalmar Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kalmar Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Packhuset, First Hotel Witt, Calmar Stadshotell.
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