The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Västerås
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
8 h 25 m
Average duration
8 h 29 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
498 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Västerås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Västerås will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
Of the 2 trains that leave Copenhagen for Västerås every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 498 km distance in an average of 8 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 33 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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Compare train, coach and flight for Copenhagen to Västerås
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Västerås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £38.
Distance: 498 km
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£65 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £111 Average Price |
7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 28m Average total duration 10h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Copenhagen to Västerås train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Västerås trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1056 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg | 10:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 11h12 | 21:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1056 Öresundstågen+ 542 X 2000+ 2160 Mälartåg | 10:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 9h12 | 19:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1056 Öresundstågen+ 548 X 2000+ 2172 Mälartåg | 10:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 12h12 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1060 Öresundstågen+ 548 X 2000+ 2172 Mälartåg | 10:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 11h42 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1060 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg | 10:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h42 | 21:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1060 Öresundstågen+ 542 X 2000+ 2160 Mälartåg | 10:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 8h42 | 19:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1064 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg | 11:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h12 | 21:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1064 Öresundstågen+ 548 X 2000+ 2172 Mälartåg | 11:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 11h12 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1064 Öresundstågen+ 542 X 2000+ 2160 Mälartåg | 11:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 8h12 | 19:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1068 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg | 11:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 9h42 | 21:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1068 Öresundstågen+ 548 X 2000+ 2172 Mälartåg | 11:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h42 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1068 Öresundstågen+ 542 X 2000+ 2160 Mälartåg | 11:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h42 | 19:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1072 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg | 12:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 9h12 | 21:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1072 Öresundstågen+ 542 X 2000+ 2160 Mälartåg | 12:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h12 | 19:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1072 Öresundstågen+ 548 X 2000+ 2172 Mälartåg | 12:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h12 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1076 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg | 12:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 8h42 | 21:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1076 Öresundstågen+ 542 X 2000+ 2160 Mälartåg | 12:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h42 | 19:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1076 Öresundstågen+ 548 X 2000+ 2172 Mälartåg | 12:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 9h42 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1078 Öresundstågen+ 542 X 2000+ 2160 Mälartåg | 12:59 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h27 | 19:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1080 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg | 13:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 8h12 | 21:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1080 Öresundstågen+ 548 X 2000+ 2172 Mälartåg | 13:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 9h12 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1084 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg | 13:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h42 | 21:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1084 Öresundstågen+ 548 X 2000+ 2172 Mälartåg | 13:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 8h42 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1088 Öresundstågen+ 548 X 2000+ 2172 Mälartåg | 14:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 8h12 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1088 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg | 14:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h12 | 21:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1092 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg | 14:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h42 | 21:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1092 Öresundstågen+ 548 X 2000+ 2172 Mälartåg | 14:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h42 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1094 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg | 14:59 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h27 | 21:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
312 Snälltåget+ 548 X 2000+ 2172 Mälartåg | 15:08 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h18 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1096 Öresundstågen+ 548 X 2000+ 2172 Mälartåg | 15:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h12 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1100 Öresundstågen+ 548 X 2000+ 2172 Mälartåg | 15:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h42 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1102 Öresundstågen+ 548 X 2000+ 2172 Mälartåg | 15:59 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h27 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1110 Öresundstågen+ 550 X 2000+ 994 Mälartåg+ 848 UL | 16:59 Copenhagen Central Station | 12h26 | 05:25 Västerås Central Station | 4 changes | |
1138 Öresundstågen+ 2 SJ · 163 SJ | 20:30 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h40 | 07:10 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Västerås
Trains from Copenhagen to Västerås run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 498 km distance in 6h 27m.
Distance 498 km |
Average train duration 6h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 6h 27m |
First train 00:09 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: SJ, Snälltåget, Oresundstag from Copenhagen to Västerås trainsSJ, Snälltåget, Oresundstag trains will get you between Copenhagen and Västerås from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Copenhagen to Västerås train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Copenhagen and Västerås
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Skt. Petri
- Ibsens Hotel
- Hotel Kong Arthur
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 2,500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M1, Line M2
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours.
- Restaurant Rasoi - Indian Cuisine
- Brasserie Storm
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- AC Hotel by Marriott Bella Sky Copenhagen
- Crowne Plaza Copenhagen Towers
- Cabinn Metro Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M1
- Train: Regional trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available 24/7 with access from Södra Ringvägen
- Frank Bistro
- Restaurang Varda
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- 5 SEK
- Elite Stadshotellet Västerås
- Best Western Hotel Esplanade
- Clarion Collection Hotel Etage
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Stockholm and other destinations
- Hall 2: waiting area and lockers
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Mälarbanan railway
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