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Vallby friluftsmuseum
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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eskilstuna to Västerås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eskilstuna to Västerås will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 32 trains from Eskilstuna to Västerås, including 15 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 34 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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Trains from Eskilstuna to Västerås run on average 14 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:05, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 32m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 1:05 |
Last train 23:04 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Eskilstuna to Västerås.
The table below shows live departures for Eskilstuna to Västerås trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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12112 Mälartåg+ 1 Sörmlandstrafiken | 7:35 Eskilstuna | 0h51 | 8:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
12112 Mälartåg | 7:52 Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0h34 | 8:26 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
12116 Mälartåg+ 1 Sörmlandstrafiken | 8:35 Eskilstuna | 0h51 | 9:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
12116 Mälartåg | 8:52 Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0h34 | 9:26 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
12120 Mälartåg+ 5 Sörmlandstrafiken | 9:38 Eskilstuna | 0h48 | 10:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
12120 Mälartåg | 9:52 Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0h34 | 10:26 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
12124 Mälartåg+ 5 Sörmlandstrafiken | 10:38 Eskilstuna | 0h48 | 11:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
12124 Mälartåg | 10:52 Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0h34 | 11:26 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
12128 Mälartåg+ 5 Sörmlandstrafiken | 11:38 Eskilstuna | 0h48 | 12:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
12128 Mälartåg | 11:52 Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0h34 | 12:26 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Sörmlandstrafiken+ 12132 Mälartåg | 12:38 Eskilstuna | 0h48 | 13:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
12132 Mälartåg | 12:52 Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0h34 | 13:26 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Sörmlandstrafiken+ 12136 Mälartåg | 13:38 Eskilstuna | 0h48 | 14:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
12136 Mälartåg | 13:52 Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0h34 | 14:26 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Sörmlandstrafiken+ 12140 Mälartåg | 14:38 Eskilstuna | 0h48 | 15:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
12140 Mälartåg | 14:52 Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0h34 | 15:26 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Sörmlandstrafiken+ 12144 Mälartåg | 15:38 Eskilstuna | 0h48 | 16:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
12144 Mälartåg | 15:52 Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0h34 | 16:26 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Sörmlandstrafiken+ 12148 Mälartåg | 16:38 Eskilstuna | 0h48 | 17:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
12148 Mälartåg | 16:52 Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0h34 | 17:26 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Sörmlandstrafiken+ 12152 Mälartåg | 17:38 Eskilstuna | 0h48 | 18:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
12152 Mälartåg | 17:52 Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0h34 | 18:26 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Sörmlandstrafiken+ 12156 Mälartåg | 18:38 Eskilstuna | 0h48 | 19:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
12156 Mälartåg | 18:52 Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0h34 | 19:26 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Sörmlandstrafiken+ 2160 Mälartåg | 19:38 Eskilstuna | 0h48 | 20:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
2160 Mälartåg | 19:52 Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0h34 | 20:26 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Sörmlandstrafiken+ 2164 Mälartåg | 20:38 Eskilstuna | 0h48 | 21:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
2164 Mälartåg | 20:52 Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0h34 | 21:26 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Sörmlandstrafiken+ 2168 Mälartåg | 21:38 Eskilstuna | 0h48 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
2168 Mälartåg | 21:52 Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0h34 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
977 Mälartåg+ 192 SJ Regional | 21:59 Eskilstuna Centralstation | 1h34 | 23:33 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
988 Mälartåg+ 804 UL · 874 UL | 22:04 Eskilstuna Centralstation | 7h47 | 5:51 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
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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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Most Eskilstuna to Västerås trains use the Eskilstuna Centralstation to Västerås Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Eskilstuna and Västerås train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Eskilstuna 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: Restaurant Eskilstuna Ölkultur, Restaurang Grappa
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Eskilstuna Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Eskilstuna Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Eskilstuna Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Eskilstuna Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eskilstuna Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Bolinder Munktell, Elite Stadshotellet Eskilstuna, Comfort Hotel Eskilstuna.
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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