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Skansen
Open-air museum and zoo presenting historic Swedish buildings, crafts and traditions across a large Djurgården hillside site.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Borås to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Borås to Stockholm will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
To travel from Borås to Stockholm you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Borås to Stockholm run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 347 km distance in 2h 39m.
Distance 347 km |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Borås to Stockholm.
The table below shows live departures for Borås to Stockholm trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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8 Västtrafik · 100 Västtrafik+ 168 SJ Regional+ 80168 SJ Ersättningsbuss | 2:48 Borås | 9h41 | 12:29 Stockholm Central Station | 4 changes | |
159 Västtrafik · 100 Västtrafik+ 168 SJ Regional+ 80168 SJ Ersättningsbuss | 3:40 Borås | 8h49 | 12:29 Stockholm Central Station | 4 changes | |
100 Västtrafik+ 168 SJ Regional+ 80168 SJ Ersättningsbuss+ 7040 Tågab | 5:30 Borås Centralstation | 6h59 | 12:29 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
8 Västtrafik · 13828 Västtrafik+ 426 SJ Snabbtåg | 7:48 Borås | 3h51 | 11:39 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
8 Västtrafik · 13828 Västtrafik+ 170 SJ Regional+ 660 SJ InterCity | 7:48 Borås | 5h32 | 13:20 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
6 Västtrafik · 13828 Västtrafik+ 426 SJ Snabbtåg | 7:57 Borås | 3h42 | 11:39 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
6 Västtrafik · 13828 Västtrafik+ 170 SJ Regional+ 660 SJ InterCity | 7:57 Borås | 5h23 | 13:20 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
8 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik+ 172 SJ Regional+ 946 Mälartåg | 8:48 Borås | 6h17 | 15:05 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
2032 VR+ 550 Västtrafik | 9:02 Borås Centralstation | 4h57 | 13:59 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
1 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik · 7223 Västtrafik | 9:02 Borås | 5h34 | 14:36 Stockholm Central Station | 4 changes | |
550 Västtrafik+ 946 Mälartåg+ 172 SJ Regional | 9:02 Borås Centralstation | 6h03 | 15:05 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
2034 VR+ 8 Västtrafik · 100 Västtrafik | 9:48 Borås | 5h10 | 14:58 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
2034 VR+ 100 Västtrafik | 10:10 Borås Centralstation | 4h48 | 14:58 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
8 Västtrafik · 13832 Västtrafik+ 134 Mälartåg+ 174 SJ Regional | 10:20 Borås | 4h48 | 15:08 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
13832 Västtrafik+ 134 Mälartåg+ 174 SJ Regional | 10:33 Borås Centralstation | 4h35 | 15:08 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3 Västtrafik · 13836 Västtrafik+ 140 Mälartåg+ 178 SJ Regional | 12:07 Borås | 5h55 | 18:02 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
13836 Västtrafik+ 140 Mälartåg+ 178 SJ Regional | 12:20 Borås Centralstation | 5h42 | 18:02 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3 Västtrafik · 13840 Västtrafik+ 2072 VR | 14:07 Borås | 4h50 | 18:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3 Västtrafik · 13840 Västtrafik+ 672 SJ InterCity+ 182 SJ Regional | 14:07 Borås | 5h03 | 19:10 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
2072 VR+ 13840 Västtrafik | 14:30 Borås Centralstation | 4h27 | 18:57 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
13840 Västtrafik+ 672 SJ InterCity+ 182 SJ Regional | 14:30 Borås Centralstation | 4h40 | 19:10 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3 Västtrafik · 13846 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR | 17:07 Borås | 3h55 | 21:02 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3 Västtrafik · 13846 Västtrafik+ 148 Mälartåg+ 188 SJ Regional | 17:07 Borås | 4h55 | 22:02 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
2046 VR+ 13846 Västtrafik | 17:25 Borås Centralstation | 3h37 | 21:02 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
13846 Västtrafik+ 148 Mälartåg+ 188 SJ Regional | 17:25 Borås Centralstation | 4h37 | 22:02 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
13852 Västtrafik+ 448 SJ Snabbtåg | 19:17 Borås Centralstation | 3h22 | 22:39 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
8 Västtrafik · 100 Västtrafik+ 452 SJ Snabbtåg | 19:18 Borås | 5h17 | 0:35 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
6 Västtrafik · 100 Västtrafik+ 452 SJ Snabbtåg | 19:27 Borås | 5h08 | 0:35 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
100 Västtrafik+ 452 SJ Snabbtåg | 19:40 Borås Centralstation | 4h55 | 0:35 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
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Open-air museum and zoo presenting historic Swedish buildings, crafts and traditions across a large Djurgården hillside site.
Maritime museum built around the preserved 17th-century warship Vasa. A standout visit for shipbuilding, history and conservation.
Photography museum with major contemporary exhibitions, strong views over the water and a popular cultural programme at Stadsgården.
Stockholm’s old town of narrow lanes, colourful buildings and small squares. Ideal for walking between historic landmarks and viewpoints.
Leafy island park and museum district with waterside paths, bridges and major attractions. Excellent for a full day of walking and visits.
Lively square in Södermalm known for market activity, surrounding shops and easy access to one of the city’s most characterful districts.
Herring cured in many ways, often served with potatoes, onion and sour cream. A cornerstone of Swedish festive meals and coastal food culture.
Swedish meatballs served with creamy gravy, mashed or boiled potatoes, lingonberries and pickled cucumber. A classic everyday comfort dish.
Gravlax is salmon cured with salt, sugar and dill, usually served cold with hovmästarsås. It is a long-standing Nordic preservation tradition.
Elegant waterfront dining room serving refined Swedish cuisine with strong seafood options and views over Nybroviken.
Classic Södermalm beer hall known for traditional Swedish dishes, house beers and a lively historic atmosphere.
Traditional fine dining restaurant specialising in classic Swedish dishes such as herring, meatballs and game in a formal setting.
Stockholm is pricier than many European capitals, with high hotel, dining and alcohol costs, though public transport is efficient and helps control daily spending.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis may be rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional and uncommon.
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Most Borås to Stockholm trains use the Borås Centralstation to Stockholm Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Stockholm Södra. Use this guide to compare Borås and Stockholm 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.
Fristad station is 12 km from Borås city centre. Public transport options include:
Fristad station has practical services for this route, including Dining.
Food and drink options are available at Fristad station.
Knalleland station is 1 km from Borås city centre. Public transport options include:
Knalleland station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Knalleland station.
ATMs are available at Knalleland station.
Available at Knalleland station: Parking, WC.
Available at Knalleland station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Knalleland station.
Stockholm Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffe Ritazza, Blueberry Tunnelgången, Espresso House, Holy Monkey, Icha Icha, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Sushi Yama, O'Learys, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Taxis, WC.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Centralstation: Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
Nearby hotels include Freys Hotel, Nordic Light Hotel, Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel.
Stockholm Södra is 2 km from Stockholm city centre. Public transport options include:
Stockholm Södra has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pelikan, Kvarnen
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Stockholm Södra. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Stockholm Södra. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stockholm Södra: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stockholm Södra: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Södra: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rival, Clarion Hotel Stockholm, Hilton Stockholm Slussen.
Stockholm, Kungsträdgården has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and kiosks inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Stockholm, Kungsträdgården.
Available at Stockholm, Kungsträdgården: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm, Kungsträdgården: Station equipped with elevators and ramps.
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