- Must visit
Vallby friluftsmuseum
Open-air museum with historic buildings, farm animals and gardens. A fine place to explore regional history in a relaxed setting.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Borlänge to Västerås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 115 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Borlänge to Västerås trains for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:48 Borlänge | 1h42 | 20:30 Västerås | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:10 Borlänge | 3h23 | 22:33 Västerås | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 3 August | |||||
![]() | 4:21 Borlänge | 1h39 | 6:00 Västerås | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:54 Borlänge | 1h36 | 6:30 Västerås | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:50 Borlänge | 1h40 | 8:30 Västerås | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Borlänge to Västerås run on average 53 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 115 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 115 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 53 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Västerås — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Västerås trip today.
Open-air museum with historic buildings, farm animals and gardens. A fine place to explore regional history in a relaxed setting.
Art museum in Karlsgatan Kulturkvarter showing Swedish and international works. Worth visiting for changing exhibitions and modern spaces.
Interactive aviation museum with aircraft, simulators and local flight history. A strong choice for families and engineering enthusiasts.
Historic district with wooden houses, cobbled lanes and small-scale charm. Ideal for a gentle walk through older Västerås.
Lakeside recreation area with marina, beach, lawns and walking paths. Popular in warmer months for views over Mälaren.
Central square framed by historic buildings, shops and events. A practical starting point for exploring the old town and city centre.
Cured salmon with sugar, salt and dill. A Swedish classic often served at festive tables with mustard sauce and crispbread.
Pickled herring in vinegar, often with onion, dill or mustard. A staple of Swedish celebrations and a very traditional local taste.
Small fried Baltic herring, usually served with mashed potatoes, lingonberries and browned butter. Strongly tied to Mälaren and central Sweden.
Well-liked bakery and café for Swedish fika, pastries, sandwiches and coffee in a relaxed local atmosphere.
Popular casual venue known for well-made burgers, beer and a lively modern setting in central Västerås.
Stylish restaurant by the water serving seasonal Nordic cooking with a relaxed brasserie feel.
Moderate for Sweden. Hotels and dining are pricier than many European cities, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated but not expected. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.
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Västerås Centralstation -> Stora torget, Västerås
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Borlänge to Västerås 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 Västerås, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Borlänge to Västerås trains use the Borlänge Centralstation to Västerås Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Västerås, flygplats. Use this guide to compare Borlänge and Västerås train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Borlänge 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: Restaurang Liljan, Broken Dreams
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Borlänge Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Borlänge Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Borlänge Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Borlänge Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Borlänge Centralstation: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Quality Hotel Galaxen, Best Western Gustaf Wasa Hotel, Scandic Borlänge.
Västerås Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Frank Bistro, Restaurang Varda
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Västerås Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Västerås Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Västerås Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Västerås Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Västerås Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Elite Stadshotellet Västerås, Best Western Hotel Esplanade, Clarion Collection Hotel Etage.
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