Gothenburg to Västerås train with SJ

Sat 28 Feb
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Västerås

Showing times and prices for 01 Mar

Cheapest price

£41

Average price

£55

Fastest journey

3 h 57 m

Average duration

4 h 7 m

Trains per day

63

Distance

340 km

Cheap tickets

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 £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.

Fast trains

Of the 63 trains that leave Gothenburg for Västerås every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 340 km distance in an average of 4 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 57 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 9 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.

SJ452 X 2000+SL593 SL+UL804 UL · 874 UL
21:178h54
Gothenburg Centralstation
06:11Västerås Central Station
£411One-way
3 changes
SJ170 SJ
08:364h11
Gothenburg Centralstation
12:47Västerås Central Station
£421One-way
0 changes
SJ190 SJ
18:364h10
Gothenburg Centralstation
22:46Västerås Central Station
£421One-way
0 changes
SJ192 SJ
19:363h57
Gothenburg Centralstation
23:33Västerås Central Station
£421One-way
0 changes
SJ170 SJ+VL21 VL
08:364h38
Gothenburg Centralstation
13:14Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
£451One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach 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 £76.

Distance: 340 km

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Coach

£30

Average Price

Cheapest

£179

Average Price

£39

Average Price

4h 21m

Average total duration

3h 51m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 5m

Average total duration

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1h 5m

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8h 49m

Average total duration

8h 19m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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Lowest

1.0 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.3 - 0.8kg

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Live departures

Gothenburg to Västerås train times

The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Västerås trains for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 09:18
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
vasttrafik3540 Västtrafik · 3552 Västtrafik+sj180 SJ+nettbussTransdev85009:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h27
17:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3540 Västtrafik · 3548 Västtrafik+sj178 SJ+nettbussTransdev85009:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h27
17:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3540 Västtrafik · 3548 Västtrafik+sj178 SJ+nettbussTransdev85009:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h32
16:55 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3542 Västtrafik · 3548 Västtrafik+sj178 SJ+nettbussTransdev85009:42 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h08
17:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3542 Västtrafik · 3552 Västtrafik+sj180 SJ+nettbussTransdev85009:42 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h08
17:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3542 Västtrafik · 3548 Västtrafik+sj178 SJ+nettbussTransdev85009:42 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h13
16:55 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik25 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+sj432 X 2000 · 179 SJ09:54 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
5h50
15:44 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)4 changes
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3548 Västtrafik+sj178 SJ+nettbussTransdev85010:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
6h55
16:55 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3548 Västtrafik+sj178 SJ+nettbussTransdev85010:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
7h50
17:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik60 Västtrafik+sj432 X 2000 · 179 SJ+vl_se21 VL10:00 Göteborg, Brunnsparken
5h44
15:44 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)3 changes
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3552 Västtrafik+sj180 SJ+nettbussTransdev85010:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
7h50
17:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
sj432 X 2000 · 179 SJ10:17 Gothenburg Centralstation
4h53
15:10 Västerås Central Station1 change
sj432 X 2000 · 179 SJ+vl_se21 VL10:17 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h27
15:44 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)2 changes
vasttrafik3544 Västtrafik · 3548 Västtrafik+sj178 SJ+nettbussTransdev85010:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h32
16:55 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3544 Västtrafik · 3548 Västtrafik+sj178 SJ+nettbussTransdev85010:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h27
17:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3544 Västtrafik · 3552 Västtrafik+sj180 SJ+nettbussTransdev85010:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h27
17:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3546 Västtrafik · 3548 Västtrafik+sj178 SJ+nettbussTransdev85010:42 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h08
17:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3546 Västtrafik · 3548 Västtrafik+sj178 SJ+nettbussTransdev85010:42 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h13
16:55 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3546 Västtrafik · 3552 Västtrafik+sj180 SJ+nettbussTransdev85010:42 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h08
17:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3552 Västtrafik+sj180 SJ+nettbussTransdev85011:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
8h35
19:35 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3556 Västtrafik+sj182 SJ+nettbussTransdev85011:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
8h35
19:35 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3552 Västtrafik+sj180 SJ+nettbussTransdev85011:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
6h50
17:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
sj434 X 2000+malartag12144 Mälartåg11:17 Gothenburg Centralstation
4h09
15:26 Västerås Central Station1 change
vasttrafik3548 Västtrafik · 3552 Västtrafik+sj180 SJ+nettbussTransdev85011:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h12
19:35 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3548 Västtrafik · 3556 Västtrafik+sj182 SJ+nettbussTransdev85011:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h12
19:35 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3548 Västtrafik · 3552 Västtrafik+sj180 SJ+nettbussTransdev85011:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h27
17:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
sj178 SJ11:36 Gothenburg Centralstation
4h10
15:46 Västerås Central Station0 changesdirect
sj178 SJ+vl_se21 VL11:36 Gothenburg Centralstation
4h38
16:14 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)1 change
vasttrafik3550 Västtrafik · 3552 Västtrafik+sj180 SJ+nettbussTransdev85011:42 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h53
19:35 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3550 Västtrafik · 3552 Västtrafik+sj180 SJ+nettbussTransdev85011:42 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h08
17:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3550 Västtrafik · 3556 Västtrafik+sj182 SJ+nettbussTransdev85011:42 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h53
19:35 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3560 Västtrafik+sj184 SJ+nettbussTransdev85012:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
8h30
20:30 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3556 Västtrafik+sj182 SJ+nettbussTransdev85012:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
7h35
19:35 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3556 Västtrafik+sj182 SJ+nettbussTransdev85012:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
8h30
20:30 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3552 Västtrafik · 3560 Västtrafik+sj184 SJ+nettbussTransdev85012:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h07
20:30 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3552 Västtrafik · 3556 Västtrafik+sj182 SJ+nettbussTransdev85012:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h12
19:35 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3552 Västtrafik · 3556 Västtrafik+sj182 SJ+nettbussTransdev85012:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h07
20:30 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
sj180 SJ12:36 Gothenburg Centralstation
4h10
16:46 Västerås Central Station0 changesdirect
sj180 SJ+vl_se21 VL12:36 Gothenburg Centralstation
4h38
17:14 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)1 change
vasttrafik3554 Västtrafik · 3556 Västtrafik+sj182 SJ+nettbussTransdev85012:42 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h48
20:30 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3554 Västtrafik · 3560 Västtrafik+sj184 SJ+nettbussTransdev85012:42 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h48
20:30 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3554 Västtrafik · 3556 Västtrafik+sj182 SJ+nettbussTransdev85012:42 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h53
19:35 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3560 Västtrafik+sj184 SJ+nettbussTransdev85013:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
7h30
20:30 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
sj438 X 2000+malartag12152 Mälartåg13:17 Gothenburg Centralstation
4h09
17:26 Västerås Central Station1 change
vasttrafik3556 Västtrafik · 3560 Västtrafik+sj184 SJ+nettbussTransdev85013:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h07
20:30 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
sj182 SJ13:36 Gothenburg Centralstation
4h11
17:47 Västerås Central Station0 changesdirect
sj182 SJ+vl_se21 VL13:36 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h10
18:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)1 change
vasttrafik3558 Västtrafik · 3560 Västtrafik+sj184 SJ+nettbussTransdev85013:42 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h48
20:30 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
sj184 SJ14:36 Gothenburg Centralstation
4h10
18:46 Västerås Central Station0 changesdirect
sj184 SJ+vl_se21 VL14:36 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h10
19:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)1 change
vasttrafik25 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+sj442 X 2000+malartag2160 Mälartåg14:54 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
5h52
20:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)4 changes
vasttrafik60 Västtrafik+sj442 X 2000+malartag2160 Mälartåg+vl_se21 VL15:00 Göteborg, Brunnsparken
5h46
20:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)3 changes
sj442 X 2000+malartag2160 Mälartåg15:17 Gothenburg Centralstation
4h09
19:26 Västerås Central Station1 change
sj442 X 2000+malartag2160 Mälartåg+vl_se21 VL15:17 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h29
20:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)2 changes
vasttrafik3066 Västtrafik+sj188 SJ+vl_se21 VL16:09 Gothenburg
5h37
21:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)2 changes
sj188 SJ16:36 Gothenburg Centralstation
4h10
20:46 Västerås Central Station0 changesdirect
sj188 SJ+vl_se21 VL16:36 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h10
21:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)1 change
vasttrafik25 Västtrafik+sj446 X 2000+malartag2168 Mälartåg+vl_se21 VL16:54 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
5h52
22:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)3 changes
vasttrafik25 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+sj446 X 2000+malartag2168 Mälartåg16:54 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
5h52
22:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)4 changes
vasttrafik60 Västtrafik+sj446 X 2000+malartag2168 Mälartåg+vl_se21 VL17:00 Göteborg, Brunnsparken
5h46
22:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)3 changes
vasttrafik25 Västtrafik · 3474 Västtrafik+sj518 X 2000 · 195 SJ17:14 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
7h36
00:50 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)4 changes
sj446 X 2000+malartag2168 Mälartåg+vl_se21 VL17:17 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h29
22:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)2 changes
sj446 X 2000+malartag2168 Mälartåg17:17 Gothenburg Centralstation
4h09
21:26 Västerås Central Station1 change
vasttrafik3474 Västtrafik+sj518 X 2000 · 195 SJ17:37 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h03
23:40 Västerås Central Station2 changes
vasttrafik3474 Västtrafik+sj518 X 2000 · 195 SJ+vl_se21 VL17:37 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h13
00:50 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)3 changes
vasttrafik25 Västtrafik+snalltaget3942 Snälltåget+sl_se41 Pendeltåg+ul_se848 UL18:03 Gothenburg
11h22
05:25 Västerås Central Station4 changes
vasttrafikX6 Västtrafik+snalltaget3942 Snälltåget+sl_se41 Pendeltåg+ul_se848 UL18:08 Gothenburg
11h17
05:25 Västerås Central Station4 changes
vasttrafik25 Västtrafik+snalltaget3942 Snälltåget+sl_se41 Pendeltåg+ul_se848 UL18:13 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
11h27
05:40 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)5 changes
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev90023:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
15h15
14:15 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev85023:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
16h10
15:10 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev85023:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
13h50
12:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3500 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev85023:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
13h27
12:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3500 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev90023:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
14h52
14:15 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3500 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev85023:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
15h47
15:10 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
Sunday 1 March
vasttrafik3504 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev85000:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
12h27
12:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3504 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev85000:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
14h47
15:10 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3504 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev90000:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
13h52
14:15 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3508 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev85001:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
11h27
12:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3508 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev90001:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
12h52
14:15 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3508 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev85001:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
13h47
15:10 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3512 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev85002:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
10h27
12:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3512 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev90002:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
11h52
14:15 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3512 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev85002:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
12h47
15:10 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3524 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev90005:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h52
14:15 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3524 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev85005:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h27
12:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3524 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev85005:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
9h47
15:10 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev90006:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
8h15
14:15 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev85006:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
6h50
12:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev85006:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
9h10
15:10 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3528 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev85006:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h47
15:10 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3528 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev90006:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h52
14:15 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3528 Västtrafik · 3532 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+nettbussTransdev85006:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h27
12:50 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
sj168 SJ06:36 Gothenburg Centralstation
4h10
10:46 Västerås Central Station0 changesdirect
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3536 Västtrafik+sj172 SJ+nettbussTransdev85007:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
8h10
15:10 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3536 Västtrafik+sj172 SJ+nettbussTransdev85007:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
9h00
16:00 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik22 Västtrafik · 3536 Västtrafik+sj172 SJ+nettbussTransdev90007:00 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
7h15
14:15 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik25 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+vl_se21 VL07:07 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
5h07
12:14 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)2 changes
vasttrafik3532 Västtrafik · 3536 Västtrafik+sj172 SJ+nettbussTransdev85007:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h37
16:00 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3532 Västtrafik · 3536 Västtrafik+sj172 SJ+nettbussTransdev90007:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h52
14:15 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3532 Västtrafik · 3536 Västtrafik+sj172 SJ+nettbussTransdev85007:23 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h47
15:10 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
sj170 SJ07:36 Gothenburg Centralstation
4h11
11:47 Västerås Central Station0 changesdirect
sj170 SJ+vl_se21 VL07:36 Gothenburg Centralstation
4h38
12:14 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)1 change
vasttrafik3534 Västtrafik · 3536 Västtrafik+sj172 SJ+nettbussTransdev85007:42 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h18
16:00 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3534 Västtrafik · 3536 Västtrafik+sj172 SJ+nettbussTransdev90007:42 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h33
14:15 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik3534 Västtrafik · 3536 Västtrafik+sj172 SJ+nettbussTransdev85007:42 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h28
15:10 Västerås, Resecentrum3 changes
vasttrafik18 Västtrafik+sj172 SJ+vl_se21 VL08:09 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
5h05
13:14 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)2 changes
sj172 SJ+vl_se21 VL08:36 Gothenburg Centralstation
4h38
13:14 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)1 change
sj172 SJ08:36 Gothenburg Centralstation
4h10
12:46 Västerås Central Station0 changesdirect
sj430 X 2000+malartag12136 Mälartåg09:17 Gothenburg Centralstation
4h09
13:26 Västerås Central Station1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Västerås

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Trains from Gothenburg to Västerås run on average 44 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. 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 3h 17m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
340 km
Average train duration
3h 53m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
44
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
3h 17m
First train
00:30
Last train
23:57
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Gothenburg to Västerås trainsSJ, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Gothenburg and Västerås from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SJ

About
SJ is a Swedish train company that offers a wide range of services to its passengers. It operates high-speed trains, regional trains, and night trains, all of which are comfortable and reliable. The high-speed trains, X2000, are the fastest way to travel between cities, while the regional trains, Pågatåg, are perfect for shorter trips. The night trains, SJ Nattåg, offer a comfortable way to travel overnight. SJ offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and SJ Prio tickets, which offer discounts for frequent travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a café car. The most popular routes for SJ are between Stockholm and Gothenburg, Stockholm and Malmö, and Stockholm and Uppsala.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 27m
Cheapest Price
£17
SJ frequency
43 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, bistro car with snacks and drinks, at-seat service in 1st class
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for additional fee in 2nd class, included in 1st class ticket
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets free in carrier, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Västtrafik

About
Västtrafik is a public transport provider in Sweden, offering a wide range of services to its customers. It operates a network of trains, buses, trams and ferries, with services running from early morning to late at night. The trains come in a variety of types, including regional, express and night trains. Regional trains are the most common, providing frequent stops and connecting smaller towns and cities. Express trains are faster, with fewer stops, while night trains offer overnight journeys. Västtrafik offers a range of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and a café car. The most popular routes for Västtrafik are between Gothenburg and Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö, and Gothenburg and Oslo. These routes offer frequent services and provide a convenient way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 9m
Cheapest Price
£26
Västtrafik frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and beverages available for purchase on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Swedish Railways (SJ)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 28m
Cheapest Price
£46
Swedish Railways (SJ) frequency
9 a day

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Gothenburg to Västerås can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £30.
The train journey from Gothenburg to Västerås covers a distance of 340 km and takes approximately 3h 27m. Trains run 45 per day.
The train distance from Gothenburg to Västerås is 340 km.
The first train from Gothenburg to Västerås leaves at 0:30.
The last train from Gothenburg to Västerås departs at 23:57.
Trains from Gothenburg to Västerås run approximately 45 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gothenburg to Västerås.
Yes, there is a direct train between Gothenburg and Västerås. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ).
To get from Gothenburg to Västerås, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Gothenburg to Västerås.
The train station in Gothenburg that goes to Västerås is Gothenburg Centralstation, and it arrives at Västerås Central Station.
The cheapest way to get from Gothenburg to Västerås is by train, costing approximately £17.
Booking trains from Gothenburg to Västerås in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Gothenburg to Västerås offers scenic views of Sweden's picturesque countryside, including lush forests, serene lakes, and charming small towns, providing a visually pleasing travel experience.
A day trip from Gothenburg to Västerås is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 27m. However, with 35 trains per day, there are frequent travel options along the 340 km route.
In Västerås, you can enjoy a variety of activities and sights. Visit Kokpunkten Actionbad for thrilling water slides, explore maritime history at the Västerås Historical Shipyard, or engage in zip-lining at Västerås Adventure Park. Experience cultural events at the Västerås Concert Hall or join Västerås City Walks for guided tours. Don't miss the historic Västerås Cathedral, the Vallby Open Air Museum, and the ancient Anundshög burial mound. Art enthusiasts will appreciate the Västerås Art Museum, while Djäkneberget Park offers scenic views and relaxation.
Two to three days in Västerås are typically sufficient to explore its historical sites, enjoy local cuisine, and visit nearby attractions such as Lake Mälaren and Anundshög.
Yes, you can take the train from Gothenburg to Västerås.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Gothenburg and Västerås

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The major train station for departures in Gothenburg is Göteborg Centralstation. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Göteborg Centralstation for your trip from Gothenburg to Västerås.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
Lockers
Lockers
  • There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Espresso House
  • Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
  • Franks gatukök
  • Fruit & Berry
  • Happy M Kitchen
  • Le Croissant
  • Lilla London
  • Metropolitan
  • Mr. Shou
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Royal
  • Hotel Pigalle
  • ProfilHotels | Opera
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Opposite the taxi station.
Public transport options for Göteborg Centralstation
  • Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 13
  • Bus lines: 60327, 61327, Flygbussarna
  • Train lines: 029, FLX, MTRX, SJ Regionaltåg, SJ SJ3000, SJ X2000, Tågab, Västtågen, Öresundståg
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Göteborg Domkyrkan
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