The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Västerås
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
4 h 26 m
Average duration
4 h 27 m
Trains per day
39
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Västerås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Västerås will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
To travel from Gothenburg to Västerås you need to make at least one change.
32 Västtrafik · 3486 Västtrafik · 500 Västtrafik · 3332 Västtrafik21:1811h23Göteborg, Åkareplatsen8:41Västerås Central Station£281One-way4 changes
32 Västtrafik · 3486 Västtrafik · 500 Västtrafik · 3332 Västtrafik21:1812h02Göteborg, Åkareplatsen9:20Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)£311One-way5 changes
18 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik · 3486 Västtrafik · 500 Västtrafik21:0012h20Göteborg, Lilla Bommen9:20Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)£311One-way6 changes
60190 SJ · 10190 SJ · 70190 SJ+
21 VL18:145h32Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen23:46Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)£331One-way3 changes
60190 SJ · 10190 SJ · 70190 SJ18:145h06Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen23:20Västerås Central Station£331One-way2 changes
60166 SJ · 166 SJ6:154h26Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen10:41Västerås Central Station£471One-way1 change
60170 SJ · 170 SJ8:144h27Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen12:41Västerås Central Station£471One-way1 change
60176 SJ · 176 SJ11:144h27Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen15:41Västerås Central Station£501One-way1 change
60174 SJ · 174 SJ10:144h27Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen14:41Västerås Central Station£501One-way1 change
60178 SJ · 178 SJ12:144h27Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen16:41Västerås Central Station£501One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Gothenburg to Västerås
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Västerås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £61.
Distance: 340 km
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4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gothenburg to Västerås train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Västerås trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
60170 SJ · 170 SJ | 8:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h27 | 12:41 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
60170 SJ · 170 SJ+ 21 VL | 8:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h56 | 13:10 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 changes | |
60172 SJ · 172 SJ | 9:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h29 | 13:43 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
60430 SJ · 430 X 2000+ 21 VL+ X5 Västtrafik | 9:35 Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 5h23 | 14:58 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 4 changes | |
60430 SJ · 430 X 2000+ 2136 Mälartåg | 9:53 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h43 | 14:36 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
60430 SJ · 430 X 2000+ 21 VL+ 2136 Mälartåg | 9:53 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h05 | 14:58 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
60174 SJ · 174 SJ | 10:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h27 | 14:41 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
60432 SJ · 432 X 2000+ 2140 Mälartåg | 10:53 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h43 | 15:36 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
60432 SJ · 432 X 2000+ 21 VL+ 2140 Mälartåg | 10:53 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h05 | 15:58 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
60176 SJ · 176 SJ | 11:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h27 | 15:41 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
60176 SJ · 176 SJ+ 21 VL | 11:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h04 | 16:18 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 changes | |
60178 SJ · 178 SJ | 12:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h27 | 16:41 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
60178 SJ · 178 SJ+ 21 VL | 12:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h04 | 17:18 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 changes | |
60436 SJ · 436 X 2000+ 2148 Mälartåg | 12:53 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h43 | 17:36 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
60436 SJ · 436 X 2000+ 21 VL+ 2148 Mälartåg | 12:53 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h05 | 17:58 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
60180 SJ · 180 SJ | 13:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h27 | 17:41 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
60180 SJ · 180 SJ+ 21 VL | 13:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h04 | 18:18 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 changes | |
60182 SJ · 10182 SJ · 70182 SJ | 14:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h17 | 19:31 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
60184 SJ · 10184 SJ · 70184 SJ+ 21 VL | 15:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h32 | 20:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
60184 SJ · 10184 SJ · 70184 SJ | 15:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h07 | 20:21 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
60186 SJ · 10186 SJ · 70186 SJ | 16:15 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h12 | 21:27 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
60444 SJ · 444 X 2000 · 191 SJ | 16:46 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h24 | 22:10 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
60188 SJ · 10188 SJ · 70188 SJ | 17:15 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h14 | 22:29 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
60190 SJ · 10190 SJ · 70190 SJ | 18:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h06 | 23:20 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
60190 SJ · 10190 SJ · 70190 SJ+ 21 VL | 18:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h32 | 23:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
60448 SJ · 448 X 2000 · 195 SJ | 18:46 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h25 | 0:11 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
2 SJ+ 2108 Mälartåg+ 1151 Öresundstågen+ 21 VL | 19:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h05 | 8:00 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
2 SJ+ 1151 Öresundstågen+ 2108 Mälartåg | 19:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h41 | 7:36 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
18 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik · 3486 Västtrafik · 500 Västtrafik | 21:00 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 12h20 | 9:20 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 6 changes | |
32 Västtrafik · 3486 Västtrafik · 500 Västtrafik · 3332 Västtrafik | 21:18 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 12h02 | 9:20 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5 changes | |
32 Västtrafik · 3486 Västtrafik · 500 Västtrafik · 3332 Västtrafik | 21:18 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 11h23 | 8:41 Västerås Central Station | 4 changes | |
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60400 SJ · 400 X 2000+ 2116 Mälartåg | 4:53 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h43 | 9:36 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
60164 SJ · 164 SJ | 5:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h27 | 9:41 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
60164 SJ · 164 SJ+ 21 VL | 5:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h56 | 10:10 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 changes | |
60166 SJ · 166 SJ+ 21 VL | 6:15 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h55 | 11:10 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 changes | |
60166 SJ · 166 SJ | 6:15 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h26 | 10:41 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
60168 SJ · 168 SJ+ 21 VL | 7:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h56 | 12:10 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 changes | |
60168 SJ · 168 SJ | 7:14 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h27 | 11:41 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
60426 SJ · 426 X 2000+ 2128 Mälartåg | 7:53 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h42 | 12:35 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Västerås
Trains from Gothenburg to Västerås run on average 49 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 340 km distance in 2h 49m.
Distance 340 km |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 49 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Gothenburg to Västerås train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg and Västerås
Most Gothenburg to Västerås trains use the Göteborg Centralstation to Västerås Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Västerås, flygplats. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg and Västerås train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gothenburg station do trains to Västerås leave from?
Getting to Göteborg Centralstation from Gothenburg city centre
Göteborg Centralstation train station facilities and services
Göteborg Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Espresso House, Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill, Franks gatukök, Fruit & Berry, Happy M Kitchen, Le Croissant, Lilla London, Metropolitan, Mr. Shou, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are 6 ATM machines located in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30. Information desks are opposite the taxi station. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Centralstation: All entrances to the station are accessible. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee. Personalized special assistance can be requested.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Royal, Hotel Pigalle, ProfilHotels | Opera.
Which Västerås station do trains from Gothenburg arrive at?
Getting to Västerås Centralstation from Västerås city centre
Västerås Centralstation train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Frank Bistro, Restaurang Varda
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Västerås Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Västerås Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Västerås Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Västerås Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Västerås Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Elite Stadshotellet Västerås, Best Western Hotel Esplanade, Clarion Collection Hotel Etage.
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