The cheapest and fastest trains from Malmö to Västerås
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£128
Fastest journey
6 h 4 m
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Trains per day
62
Distance
493 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Malmö to Västerås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Västerås will cost around £128 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
To travel from Malmö to Västerås you need to make at least one change.
2 SJ+
2108 Mälartåg22:179h09Malmö Centralstation7:26Västerås Central Station£601One-way1 change
1177 Öresundstågen+
344 SJ+
8947 Vy Tåg1:3510h19Malmö Centralstation11:54Västerås Central Station£621One-way2 changes
1177 Öresundstågen+
344 SJ · 171 SJ+
5 Skånetrafiken0:5611h50Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken12:46Västerås, Åkesta£631One-way4 changes
1140 Öresundstågen+
2 SJ+
2108 Mälartåg22:278h59Malmö Centralstation7:26Västerås Central Station£631One-way2 changes
5 Skånetrafiken+
1177 Öresundstågen+
344 SJ+
8947 Vy Tåg0:5611h50Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken12:46Västerås, Åkesta£641One-way4 changes
548 X 2000 · 195 SJ18:076h04Malmö Centralstation0:11Västerås Central Station£1951One-way1 change
534 X 2000+
12144 Mälartåg10:076h19Malmö Centralstation16:26Västerås Central Station£1891One-way1 change
530 X 2000+
12136 Mälartåg8:076h19Malmö Centralstation14:26Västerås Central Station£941One-way1 change
526 X 2000+
12128 Mälartåg6:076h19Malmö Centralstation12:26Västerås Central Station£931One-way1 change
542 X 2000+
2160 Mälartåg14:076h19Malmö Centralstation20:26Västerås Central Station£1891One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Malmö to Västerås
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Västerås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. 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 train costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £61.
Distance: 493 km
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£47 Average Price Cheapest | £184 Average Price | £48 Average Price |
5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 30m Average total duration 12h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Malmö to Västerås train times
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Västerås trains for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
524 X 2000 · 171 SJ | 5:01 Malmö Centralstation | 7h09 | 12:10 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
524 X 2000+ 12136 Mälartåg | 5:01 Malmö Centralstation | 9h25 | 14:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
524 X 2000+ 12128 Mälartåg | 5:01 Malmö Centralstation | 7h25 | 12:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
524 X 2000+ 12144 Mälartåg | 5:01 Malmö Centralstation | 11h25 | 16:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 526 X 2000+ 12128 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 5:49 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h25 | 13:14 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 526 X 2000+ 12128 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 5:49 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h27 | 13:16 Västerås, Åkesta | 3 changes | |
526 X 2000+ 12128 Mälartåg | 6:07 Malmö Centralstation | 6h19 | 12:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
526 X 2000+ 12136 Mälartåg | 6:07 Malmö Centralstation | 8h19 | 14:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
526 X 2000+ 12144 Mälartåg | 6:07 Malmö Centralstation | 10h19 | 16:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
526 X 2000+ 12128 Mälartåg | 6:07 Malmö Centralstation | 6h19 | 12:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 528 X 2000 · 175 SJ+ 21 VL | 6:49 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h57 | 14:46 Västerås, Åkesta | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 528 X 2000 · 175 SJ+ 21 VL | 6:49 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h55 | 14:44 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
528 X 2000 · 175 SJ | 7:07 Malmö Centralstation | 7h03 | 14:10 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
528 X 2000+ 12152 Mälartåg | 7:07 Malmö Centralstation | 11h19 | 18:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
528 X 2000+ 12144 Mälartåg | 7:07 Malmö Centralstation | 9h19 | 16:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
528 X 2000+ 12136 Mälartåg | 7:07 Malmö Centralstation | 7h19 | 14:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 530 X 2000+ 12136 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 7:49 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h25 | 15:14 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 530 X 2000+ 12136 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 7:49 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h27 | 15:16 Västerås, Åkesta | 3 changes | |
530 X 2000+ 12136 Mälartåg | 8:07 Malmö Centralstation | 6h19 | 14:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
530 X 2000+ 12152 Mälartåg | 8:07 Malmö Centralstation | 10h19 | 18:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
530 X 2000+ 12144 Mälartåg | 8:07 Malmö Centralstation | 8h19 | 16:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
530 X 2000+ 12136 Mälartåg | 8:07 Malmö Centralstation | 6h19 | 14:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
3940 Snälltåget+ 12144 Mälartåg | 8:18 Malmö Centralstation | 8h08 | 16:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
3940 Snälltåget+ 2160 Mälartåg | 8:18 Malmö Centralstation | 12h08 | 20:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
3940 Snälltåget+ 12152 Mälartåg | 8:18 Malmö Centralstation | 10h08 | 18:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 532 X 2000 · 179 SJ+ 21 VL | 8:45 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 8h01 | 16:46 Västerås, Åkesta | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 532 X 2000 · 179 SJ+ 21 VL | 8:45 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h59 | 16:44 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
532 X 2000 · 179 SJ | 9:07 Malmö Centralstation | 7h03 | 16:10 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
532 X 2000+ 12144 Mälartåg | 9:07 Malmö Centralstation | 7h19 | 16:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
532 X 2000+ 2160 Mälartåg | 9:07 Malmö Centralstation | 11h19 | 20:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
532 X 2000+ 12152 Mälartåg | 9:07 Malmö Centralstation | 9h19 | 18:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 536 X 2000 · 183 SJ+ 21 VL | 10:50 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h56 | 18:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 536 X 2000 · 183 SJ+ 21 VL | 10:50 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h59 | 18:49 Västerås, Åkesta | 3 changes | |
536 X 2000 · 183 SJ | 11:07 Malmö Centralstation | 7h05 | 18:12 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
536 X 2000+ 2160 Mälartåg | 11:07 Malmö Centralstation | 9h19 | 20:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
536 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg | 11:07 Malmö Centralstation | 11h19 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
536 X 2000+ 12152 Mälartåg | 11:07 Malmö Centralstation | 7h19 | 18:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
486 SJ 3000 · 60184 SJ · 184 SJ | 12:01 Malmö Centralstation | 7h45 | 19:46 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
486 SJ 3000 · 184 SJ+ 62042 VR Snabbtåg | 12:01 Malmö Centralstation | 7h45 | 19:46 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 540 X 2000 · 187 SJ+ 21 VL | 12:50 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h59 | 20:49 Västerås, Åkesta | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 540 X 2000 · 187 SJ+ 21 VL | 12:50 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h56 | 20:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
540 X 2000 · 187 SJ | 13:07 Malmö Centralstation | 7h03 | 20:10 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
540 X 2000+ 2160 Mälartåg | 13:07 Malmö Centralstation | 7h19 | 20:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
540 X 2000+ 306 Snälltåget+ 195 SJ | 13:07 Malmö Centralstation | 11h33 | 0:40 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
540 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg | 13:07 Malmö Centralstation | 9h19 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 542 X 2000+ 2160 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 13:50 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h56 | 21:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 542 X 2000+ 2160 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 13:50 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h59 | 21:49 Västerås, Åkesta | 3 changes | |
542 X 2000+ 2160 Mälartåg | 14:07 Malmö Centralstation | 6h19 | 20:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
542 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg | 14:07 Malmö Centralstation | 8h19 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
542 X 2000+ 2160 Mälartåg | 14:07 Malmö Centralstation | 6h19 | 20:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
542 X 2000+ 306 Snälltåget+ 195 SJ | 14:07 Malmö Centralstation | 10h33 | 0:40 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 546 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 15:50 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h59 | 23:49 Västerås, Åkesta | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 546 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 15:50 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h56 | 23:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
546 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg | 16:07 Malmö Centralstation | 6h19 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
546 X 2000+ 2168 Mälartåg | 16:07 Malmö Centralstation | 6h19 | 22:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
546 X 2000+ 306 Snälltåget+ 195 SJ | 16:07 Malmö Centralstation | 8h33 | 0:40 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1094 Öresundstågen+ 306 Snälltåget+ 195 SJ | 16:20 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 9h34 | 1:54 Västerås, Åkesta | 4 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1094 Öresundstågen+ 306 Snälltåget+ 195 SJ | 16:20 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 9h30 | 1:50 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 4 changes | |
1094 Öresundstågen+ 306 Snälltåget+ 195 SJ | 16:42 Malmö Centralstation | 7h58 | 0:40 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
| Sunday 31 May | |||||
344 SJ · 171 SJ+ 1177 Öresundstågen+ 21 VL | 0:56 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 11h50 | 12:46 Västerås, Åkesta | 4 changes | |
344 SJ+ 1177 Öresundstågen+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 21 VL | 0:56 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 11h17 | 12:13 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 4 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1177 Öresundstågen+ 344 SJ+ 21 VL | 0:56 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 11h50 | 12:46 Västerås, Åkesta | 4 changes | |
344 SJ+ 12128 Mälartåg+ 1177 Öresundstågen | 1:35 Malmö Centralstation | 10h51 | 12:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
1177 Öresundstågen+ 344 SJ+ 12136 Mälartåg | 1:35 Malmö Centralstation | 12h51 | 14:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
344 SJ+ 8947 Vy Tåg+ 1177 Öresundstågen | 1:35 Malmö Centralstation | 10h19 | 11:54 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
344 SJ+ 12144 Mälartåg+ 1177 Öresundstågen | 1:35 Malmö Centralstation | 14h51 | 16:26 Västerås Central Station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Malmö to Västerås
Trains from Malmö to Västerås run on average 24 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 493 km distance in 4h 43m.
Distance 493 km |
Average train duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 4h 43m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SJ, Snälltåget from Malmö to Västerås trainsSJ, Snälltåget trains will get you between Malmö and Västerås from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Malmö to Västerås train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malmö 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 Malmö and Västerås
- Mon - Fri: 09:15 - 17:15
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code. Max storage time 7 days.
- Bistro Royal
- Burger King
- Chao Oriental Express
- Espresso House
- O'Leary's
- Sliders & Shakes
- Woso Sushi
- Subway
- Sofra
- Spazio
- & many more
- Accessible entrances to the station are via the so-called Glashallen on the north side. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee.
- Hotel Duxiana Malmo
- Moment Hotels
- Mayfair Hotel Tunneln
- Mon - Fri: 09:15 - 17:15
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 31, 32, 35
- Train lines: City Tunnel, Øresund Line, Southern Main Line, West Coast Line
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Hyllie Boulevard.
- Restaurant Nilsson's
- Skybar & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 5
- Best Western Malmo Arena Hotel
- Quality Hotel View
- Malmö Arena Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Malmö Central and Copenhagen
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Öresundståg
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the nearby streets.
- Restaurant Atmosfär
- Kin Long Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- SEK 10
- Scandic Triangeln
- Elite Plaza Hotel Malmö
- Clarion Hotel Malmö Live
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Öresundståg
- 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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