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Vallby friluftsmuseum
Open-air museum with historic buildings, farm animals and gardens. A fine place to explore regional history in a relaxed setting.
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£62
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£98
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
5 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
5 h 24 m
Trains on 13 Oct
24
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 £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
To travel from Malmö to Västerås you need to make at least one change.
3940 Snälltåget+
2136 Mälartåg
178 SJ+
1034 Öresundståg
2148 Mälartåg+
8740 Östgötatrafiken · 18840 Östgötatrafiken+
17608 Jönköpings länstrafik
3940 Snälltåget+
2136 Mälartåg+
2 Skånetrafiken+
3 VL
3940 Snälltåget+
2136 Mälartåg+
5 Skånetrafiken+
3 VL
530 SJ+
2136 Mälartåg
526 SJ+
2128 Mälartåg
524 SJ+
2124 Mälartåg
532 SJ+
2140 Mälartåg
526 SJ+
2128 Mälartåg+
5 VLTrains from Malmö to Västerås run on average 43 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 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 37m.
Distance 493 km |
Average train duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 43 |
Fastest train 4h 37m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:57 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Västerås trains for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
538 SJ+ 2152 Mälartåg+ 3 VL+ 2 Skånetrafiken | 12:20 Malmö, Tornfalksgatan | 6h30 | 18:50 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
538 SJ+ 2152 Mälartåg+ 2 Skånetrafiken+ 3 VL | 12:27 Malmö, Tornfalksgatan | 6h23 | 18:50 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
186 SJ+ 2 Skånetrafiken+ 3 VL+ 1066 Öresundståg | 12:35 Malmö, Tornfalksgatan | 8h54 | 21:29 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
538 SJ+ 2152 Mälartåg+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 3 VL | 12:37 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 6h13 | 18:50 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
538 SJ+ 2152 Mälartåg+ 21 VL+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 12:37 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 6h39 | 19:16 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
186 SJ+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 3 VL+ 1066 Öresundståg | 12:43 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 8h46 | 21:29 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
186 SJ+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 1066 Öresundståg+ 21 VL | 12:43 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 9h03 | 21:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
186 SJ+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 1066 Öresundståg+ 3 VL | 12:49 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 8h40 | 21:29 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
538 SJ+ 2152 Mälartåg+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 21 VL | 12:49 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 6h27 | 19:16 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
538 SJ+ 2152 Mälartåg+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 3 VL | 12:49 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 6h01 | 18:50 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
186 SJ+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 1066 Öresundståg+ 21 VL | 12:49 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 8h57 | 21:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
538 SJ+ 2152 Mälartåg | 13:07 Malmö Centralstation | 5h19 | 18:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
538 SJ+ 2152 Mälartåg+ 5 VL | 13:07 Malmö Centralstation | 5h45 | 18:52 Västerås | 2 changes | |
186 SJ+ 5 VL+ 1066 Öresundståg | 13:12 Malmö Centralstation | 8h23 | 21:35 Västerås | 2 changes | |
186 SJ+ 1066 Öresundståg | 13:12 Malmö Centralstation | 7h34 | 20:46 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
540 SJ+ 2156 Mälartåg+ 2 Skånetrafiken+ 3 VL | 13:20 Malmö, Tornfalksgatan | 6h30 | 19:50 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
540 SJ+ 2156 Mälartåg+ 2 Skånetrafiken+ 3 VL | 13:27 Malmö, Tornfalksgatan | 6h23 | 19:50 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
540 SJ+ 2156 Mälartåg+ 3 VL+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 13:38 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 6h12 | 19:50 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
540 SJ+ 2156 Mälartåg+ 21 VL+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 13:38 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 6h38 | 20:16 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
540 SJ+ 2156 Mälartåg+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 21 VL | 13:50 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 6h26 | 20:16 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
540 SJ+ 2156 Mälartåg+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 3 VL | 13:50 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 6h00 | 19:50 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
2164 Mälartåg+ 1072 Öresundståg+ 17614 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 8756 Östgötatrafiken | 13:57 Malmö Centralstation | 8h08 | 22:05 Västerås | 6 changes | |
2164 Mälartåg+ 1072 Öresundståg+ 17614 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 18856 Östgötatrafiken | 13:57 Malmö Centralstation | 7h29 | 21:26 Västerås Central Station | 5 changes | |
540 SJ+ 2156 Mälartåg | 14:07 Malmö Centralstation | 5h19 | 19:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
540 SJ+ 2156 Mälartåg+ 5 VL | 14:07 Malmö Centralstation | 5h45 | 19:52 Västerås | 2 changes | |
542 SJ+ 2160 Mälartåg+ 2 Skånetrafiken+ 3 VL | 14:12 Malmö, Tornfalksgatan | 6h47 | 20:59 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
542 SJ+ 2160 Mälartåg+ 1272 Skånetrafiken · 2 Skånetrafiken | 14:20 Malmö, Tornfalksgatan | 6h39 | 20:59 Västerås Barometergatan | 4 changes | |
542 SJ+ 2160 Mälartåg+ 3 VL+ 2 Skånetrafiken | 14:27 Malmö, Tornfalksgatan | 6h32 | 20:59 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
542 SJ+ 2160 Mälartåg+ 3 VL+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 14:39 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 6h20 | 20:59 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
542 SJ+ 2160 Mälartåg+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 21 VL | 14:39 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h07 | 21:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
542 SJ+ 2160 Mälartåg+ 21 VL+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 14:45 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h01 | 21:46 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
542 SJ+ 2160 Mälartåg+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 3 VL | 14:45 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 6h14 | 20:59 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
524 SJ+ 2124 Mälartåg | 6:07 Malmö Centralstation | 5h19 | 11:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
524 SJ+ 2124 Mälartåg+ 5 VL | 6:07 Malmö Centralstation | 5h46 | 11:53 Västerås | 2 changes | |
172 SJ+ 21 VL+ 1010 Öresundståg | 6:12 Malmö Centralstation | 7h55 | 14:07 Västerås | 2 changes | |
172 SJ+ 1010 Öresundståg | 6:12 Malmö Centralstation | 7h34 | 13:46 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
526 SJ+ 2128 Mälartåg+ 3 VL+ 2 Skånetrafiken | 6:27 Malmö, Tornfalksgatan | 6h29 | 12:56 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
526 SJ+ 2128 Mälartåg+ 3 VL+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 6:44 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 6h12 | 12:56 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
526 SJ+ 2128 Mälartåg+ 21 VL+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 6:44 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 6h32 | 13:16 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
526 SJ+ 2128 Mälartåg | 7:07 Malmö Centralstation | 5h19 | 12:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
526 SJ+ 2128 Mälartåg+ 5 VL | 7:07 Malmö Centralstation | 5h46 | 12:53 Västerås | 2 changes | |
2 Skånetrafiken+ 3940 Snälltåget+ 2136 Mälartåg+ 3 VL | 7:28 Malmö, Tornfalksgatan | 7h25 | 14:53 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
528 SJ · 175 SJ+ 3 VL+ 2 Skånetrafiken | 7:28 Malmö, Tornfalksgatan | 7h08 | 14:36 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
528 SJ · 175 SJ+ 3 VL+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 7:49 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 6h47 | 14:36 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
528 SJ · 175 SJ+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 21 VL | 7:49 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 6h53 | 14:42 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 3940 Snälltåget+ 2136 Mälartåg+ 3 VL | 7:55 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 6h58 | 14:53 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 3940 Snälltåget+ 2136 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 7:55 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h02 | 14:57 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
528 SJ · 175 SJ | 8:07 Malmö Centralstation | 6h03 | 14:10 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
3940 Snälltåget+ 2136 Mälartåg | 8:18 Malmö Centralstation | 6h08 | 14:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
530 SJ+ 2136 Mälartåg | 9:07 Malmö Centralstation | 5h19 | 14:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
178 SJ+ 1034 Öresundståg | 9:12 Malmö Centralstation | 7h34 | 16:46 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
2148 Mälartåg+ 17608 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 18840 Östgötatrafiken · 8740 Östgötatrafiken | 9:57 Malmö Centralstation | 7h29 | 17:26 Västerås Central Station | 5 changes | |
532 SJ+ 2140 Mälartåg | 10:07 Malmö Centralstation | 5h19 | 15:26 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
534 SJ+ 2144 Mälartåg+ 3 VL+ 2 Skånetrafiken | 10:27 Malmö, Tornfalksgatan | 6h27 | 16:54 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
534 SJ+ 2144 Mälartåg+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 3 VL | 10:46 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 6h08 | 16:54 Västerås Barometergatan | 3 changes | |
534 SJ+ 2144 Mälartåg+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 21 VL | 10:46 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 6h11 | 16:57 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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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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.

Most Malmö to Västerås trains use the Malmö Centralstation to Västerås Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Malmö and Västerås train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Malmö Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office and Car Rental.
Food options include: Bistro Royal, Burger King, Chao Oriental Express, Espresso House, O'Leary's, Sliders & Shakes, Woso Sushi, Subway, Sofra, Spazio, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are two ATMs at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 09:15 - 17:15.
Luggage storage is there are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code. Max storage time 7 days.
Available at Malmö Centralstation: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Malmö Centralstation: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malmö Centralstation: 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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Duxiana Malmo, Moment Hotels, Mayfair Hotel Tunneln.
Malmö Hyllie station is 5 km from Malmö city centre. Public transport options include:
Malmö Hyllie station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Nilsson's, Skybar & Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Malmö Hyllie station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Malmö Hyllie station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Malmö Hyllie station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Malmö Hyllie station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malmö Hyllie station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Malmo Arena Hotel, Quality Hotel View, Malmö Arena Hotel.
Oxie station is 9 km from Malmö city centre. Public transport options include:
Oxie station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Oxie station.
ATMs are available at Oxie station.
Available at Oxie station: Parking.
Available at Oxie station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxie station.
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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