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Textilmuseet
A fashion and textile museum in the Textile Fashion Center, with contemporary exhibitions on design, dress and the region’s textile industry.
Cheapest price on 28 Oct
£26
Average ticket price on 28 Oct
£54
Fastest journey on 28 Oct
3 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 28 Oct
3 h 25 m
Trains on 28 Oct
130
Distance
347 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockholm to Borås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm to Borås will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
To travel from Stockholm to Borås you need to make at least one change.
171 SJ+
3461 Västtrafik · 3835 Västtrafik · 5 Västtrafik
171 SJ+
3461 Västtrafik · 3835 Västtrafik
171 SJ+
3461 Västtrafik · 3835 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik
2021 VR+
550 Västtrafik · 5 Västtrafik
2021 VR+
550 Västtrafik
435 SJ+
3835 Västtrafik
3827 Västtrafik+
429 SJ Snabbtåg
3835 Västtrafik+
435 SJ Snabbtåg
3843 Västtrafik+
445 SJ Snabbtåg
421 SJ+
3819 VästtrafikTrains from Stockholm to Borås run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 347 km distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 347 km |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Stockholm to Borås.
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm to Borås trains for today, Tuesday 27 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4121 Mälartåg+ 3821 Västtrafik · 3441 Västtrafik | 6:32 Stockholm Central Station | 4h55 | 11:27 Borås Centralstation | 2 changes | |
4121 Mälartåg+ 159 Västtrafik · 3821 Västtrafik · 3441 Västtrafik | 6:32 Stockholm Central Station | 5h08 | 11:40 Borås | 3 changes | |
4121 Mälartåg+ 8 Västtrafik · 3441 Västtrafik · 3821 Västtrafik | 6:32 Stockholm Central Station | 5h18 | 11:50 Borås | 3 changes | |
2021 VR+ 550 Västtrafik | 6:51 Stockholm Central Station | 5h01 | 11:52 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
2021 VR+ 5 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik | 6:51 Stockholm Central Station | 5h13 | 12:04 Borås | 2 changes | |
423 SJ Snabbtåg+ 3441 Västtrafik · 3821 Västtrafik | 7:19 Stockholm Central Station | 4h08 | 11:27 Borås Centralstation | 2 changes | |
423 SJ Snabbtåg+ 3441 Västtrafik · 3821 Västtrafik · 8 Västtrafik | 7:19 Stockholm Central Station | 4h31 | 11:50 Borås | 3 changes | |
423 SJ Snabbtåg+ 100 Västtrafik · 3 Västtrafik | 7:19 Stockholm Central Station | 4h48 | 12:07 Borås | 2 changes | |
423 SJ Snabbtåg+ 3441 Västtrafik · 3821 Västtrafik · 159 Västtrafik | 7:19 Stockholm Central Station | 4h21 | 11:40 Borås | 3 changes | |
423 SJ Snabbtåg+ 100 Västtrafik | 7:19 Stockholm Central Station | 4h39 | 11:58 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
425 SJ Snabbtåg+ 100 Västtrafik · 8 Västtrafik | 8:17 Stockholm Central Station | 5h03 | 13:20 Borås | 2 changes | |
163 SJ Regional+ 425 SJ Snabbtåg+ 3823 Västtrafik | 8:17 Stockholm Central Station | 3h59 | 12:16 Borås Centralstation | 2 changes | |
163 SJ Regional+ 425 SJ Snabbtåg+ 5 Västtrafik · 3823 Västtrafik | 8:17 Stockholm Central Station | 4h17 | 12:34 Borås | 3 changes | |
425 SJ Snabbtåg+ 100 Västtrafik | 8:17 Stockholm Central Station | 4h46 | 13:03 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
429 SJ Snabbtåg+ 3827 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik | 10:17 Stockholm Central Station | 3h37 | 13:54 Borås | 2 changes | |
5 Västtrafik+ 429 SJ Snabbtåg+ 3827 Västtrafik | 10:17 Stockholm Central Station | 3h47 | 14:04 Borås | 2 changes | |
429 SJ Snabbtåg+ 3827 Västtrafik | 10:17 Stockholm Central Station | 3h23 | 13:40 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
4129 Mälartåg+ 169 SJ Regional+ 3833 Västtrafik | 10:53 Stockholm Central Station | 4h56 | 15:49 Borås Centralstation | 2 changes | |
4129 Mälartåg+ 169 SJ Regional+ 3833 Västtrafik · 3 Västtrafik | 10:53 Stockholm Central Station | 5h14 | 16:07 Borås | 3 changes | |
2031 VR+ 3833 Västtrafik | 11:51 Stockholm Central Station | 3h58 | 15:49 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
2031 VR+ 3 Västtrafik · 3833 Västtrafik | 11:51 Stockholm Central Station | 4h16 | 16:07 Borås | 2 changes | |
175 SJ Regional+ 3839 Västtrafik | 13:14 Stockholm Central Station | 5h04 | 18:18 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
175 SJ Regional+ 8 Västtrafik · 3839 Västtrafik | 13:14 Stockholm Central Station | 5h21 | 18:35 Borås | 2 changes | |
435 SJ Snabbtåg+ 5 Västtrafik · 3835 Västtrafik | 13:18 Stockholm Central Station | 3h41 | 16:59 Borås | 2 changes | |
435 SJ Snabbtåg+ 3835 Västtrafik | 13:18 Stockholm Central Station | 3h23 | 16:41 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
3841 Västtrafik+ 177 SJ Regional+ 5 Västtrafik | 14:14 Stockholm Central Station | 5h45 | 19:59 Borås | 2 changes | |
3841 Västtrafik+ 177 SJ Regional | 14:14 Stockholm Central Station | 5h31 | 19:45 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
437 SJ Snabbtåg+ 3 Västtrafik · 3837 Västtrafik | 14:16 Stockholm Central Station | 3h51 | 18:07 Borås | 2 changes | |
3837 Västtrafik+ 437 SJ Snabbtåg | 14:16 Stockholm Central Station | 3h32 | 17:48 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
137 Mälartåg+ 5 Västtrafik · 3841 Västtrafik+ 177 SJ Regional | 14:52 Stockholm Central Station | 5h07 | 19:59 Borås | 3 changes | |
137 Mälartåg+ 177 SJ Regional+ 3841 Västtrafik | 14:52 Stockholm Central Station | 4h53 | 19:45 Borås Centralstation | 2 changes | |
139 Mälartåg+ 179 SJ Regional+ 209 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik | 15:52 Stockholm Central Station | 5h45 | 21:37 Borås Centralstation | 3 changes | |
139 Mälartåg+ 179 SJ Regional+ 200 Västtrafik · 1 Västtrafik | 15:52 Stockholm Central Station | 5h48 | 21:40 Borås | 4 changes | |
139 Mälartåg+ 179 SJ Regional+ 3843 Västtrafik · 5 Västtrafik | 15:52 Stockholm Central Station | 6h05 | 21:57 Borås | 3 changes | |
139 Mälartåg+ 3843 Västtrafik+ 179 SJ Regional | 15:52 Stockholm Central Station | 5h50 | 21:42 Borås Centralstation | 2 changes | |
441 SJ Snabbtåg+ 5 Västtrafik · 3841 Västtrafik | 16:08 Stockholm Central Station | 3h51 | 19:59 Borås | 2 changes | |
441 SJ Snabbtåg+ 3841 Västtrafik | 16:08 Stockholm Central Station | 3h37 | 19:45 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
3943 Snälltåget+ 17620 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 250 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik | 16:25 Stockholm Central Station | 6h16 | 22:41 Borås | 4 changes | |
3943 Snälltåget+ 250 Västtrafik+ 17620 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 200 Västtrafik | 16:25 Stockholm Central Station | 6h12 | 22:37 Borås Centralstation | 3 changes | |
183 SJ Regional+ 550 Västtrafik | 17:14 Stockholm Central Station | 6h34 | 23:48 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
183 SJ Regional+ 209 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 1 Västtrafik | 17:14 Stockholm Central Station | 6h26 | 23:40 Borås | 3 changes | |
183 SJ Regional+ 550 Västtrafik · 8 Västtrafik | 17:14 Stockholm Central Station | 7h06 | 0:20 Borås | 2 changes | |
183 SJ Regional+ 209 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik | 17:14 Stockholm Central Station | 6h23 | 23:37 Borås Centralstation | 2 changes | |
143 Mälartåg+ 183 SJ Regional+ 550 Västtrafik | 17:58 Stockholm Central Station | 5h50 | 23:48 Borås Centralstation | 2 changes | |
143 Mälartåg+ 209 Västtrafik+ 183 SJ Regional+ 200 Västtrafik | 17:58 Stockholm Central Station | 5h39 | 23:37 Borås Centralstation | 3 changes | |
143 Mälartåg+ 183 SJ Regional+ 8 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik | 17:58 Stockholm Central Station | 6h22 | 0:20 Borås | 3 changes | |
143 Mälartåg+ 183 SJ Regional+ 200 Västtrafik · 209 Västtrafik | 17:58 Stockholm Central Station | 5h42 | 23:40 Borås | 4 changes | |
445 SJ Snabbtåg+ 3843 Västtrafik | 18:16 Stockholm Central Station | 3h26 | 21:42 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
3843 Västtrafik · 5 Västtrafik+ 445 SJ Snabbtåg | 18:16 Stockholm Central Station | 3h41 | 21:57 Borås | 2 changes | |
447 SJ Snabbtåg+ 100 Västtrafik · 8 Västtrafik | 19:16 Stockholm Central Station | 5h04 | 0:20 Borås | 2 changes | |
447 SJ Snabbtåg+ 100 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik | 19:16 Stockholm Central Station | 4h50 | 0:06 Borås | 2 changes | |
447 SJ Snabbtåg+ 100 Västtrafik | 19:16 Stockholm Central Station | 4h41 | 23:57 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
677 SJ InterCity+ 3979 SJ Regional+ 100 Västtrafik | 19:32 Stockholm Central Station | 9h50 | 5:22 Borås Centralstation | 2 changes | |
677 SJ InterCity+ 100 Västtrafik · 8 Västtrafik+ 3979 SJ Regional | 19:32 Stockholm Central Station | 10h16 | 5:48 Borås | 3 changes | |
677 SJ InterCity+ 3979 SJ Regional+ 100 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik | 19:32 Stockholm Central Station | 10h00 | 5:32 Borås | 3 changes | |
449 SJ Snabbtåg+ 100 Västtrafik | 20:22 Stockholm Central Station | 4h35 | 0:57 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
449 SJ Snabbtåg+ 100 Västtrafik · 8 Västtrafik | 20:22 Stockholm Central Station | 8h56 | 5:18 Borås | 2 changes | |
449 SJ Snabbtåg+ 100 Västtrafik · 159 Västtrafik | 20:22 Stockholm Central Station | 8h23 | 4:45 Borås | 2 changes | |
451 SJ Snabbtåg+ 100 Västtrafik | 21:22 Stockholm Central Station | 8h00 | 5:22 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
1 SJ Nattåg+ 7202 Västtrafik · 3425 Västtrafik · 3815 Västtrafik | 23:17 Stockholm Central Station | 8h09 | 7:26 Borås Centralstation | 3 changes | |
1 SJ Nattåg+ 322 SJ Regional | 23:17 Stockholm Central Station | 8h41 | 7:58 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
1 SJ Nattåg+ 7202 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik | 23:17 Stockholm Central Station | 8h20 | 7:37 Borås | 4 changes | |
| Wednesday 28 October | |||||
421 SJ+ 3819 Västtrafik · 8 Västtrafik | 6:04 Stockholm Central Station | 3h46 | 9:50 Borås | 2 changes | |
421 SJ+ 3819 Västtrafik | 6:04 Stockholm Central Station | 3h28 | 9:32 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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A fashion and textile museum in the Textile Fashion Center, with contemporary exhibitions on design, dress and the region’s textile industry.
Borås’s main museum covers local history, textiles and changing exhibitions. A strong introduction to the city’s heritage and creative identity.
A contemporary art venue showing temporary exhibitions by Swedish and international artists. Worth visiting for modern art in a central setting.
A city park and open-air museum area with lawns, historic buildings and paths. It is a relaxing place for a walk close to the centre.
A central route lined with large murals and sculptures from Borås’s public art scene. It is one of the best ways to experience the city’s character.
Borås’s main square, surrounded by shops, cafés and civic buildings. It is a practical starting point for exploring the centre on foot.
Saffron bun traditionally eaten across western Sweden in winter. Borås fika culture makes this sweet, buttery bun a local seasonal staple.
Crisp potato pancake from southern and western Sweden, often served with fried pork and lingonberries. A hearty classic commonly eaten in Borås.
Open prawn sandwich on bread with eggs, mayonnaise and dill. Popular in Swedish cafés and lunch spots, especially as a light coastal-style meal.
Established dining room at Yxhammargården serving refined Swedish cooking in a historic manor-style environment outside central Borås.
Popular casual venue serving Neapolitan-style pizza and Italian favourites in a lively, modern atmosphere.
Stylish restaurant in central Borås known for well-prepared Swedish and European dishes in a smart but relaxed setting.
Moderate for Sweden. Hotels and dining cost more than in much of Europe, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated, not expected. Round up small taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm to Borås 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 Borås, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stockholm to Borås trains use the Stockholm Centralstation to Borås Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Fristad station. Use this guide to compare Stockholm and Borås train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stockholm Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffe Ritazza, Blueberry Tunnelgången, Espresso House, Holy Monkey, Icha Icha, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Sushi Yama, O'Learys, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Taxis, WC.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Centralstation: Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
Nearby hotels include Freys Hotel, Nordic Light Hotel, Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel.
Stockholm Södra is 2 km from Stockholm city centre. Public transport options include:
Stockholm Södra has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pelikan, Kvarnen
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Stockholm Södra. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Stockholm Södra. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stockholm Södra: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stockholm Södra: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Södra: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rival, Clarion Hotel Stockholm, Hilton Stockholm Slussen.
Stockholm, Kungsträdgården has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and kiosks inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Stockholm, Kungsträdgården.
Available at Stockholm, Kungsträdgården: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm, Kungsträdgården: Station equipped with elevators and ramps.
Borås Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Viskan, Café Bakgården
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Borås Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Borås Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Borås Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Borås Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Borås Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Quality Hotel Grand, Scandic Plaza Borås, Comfort Hotel Jazz.
Fristad station is 12 km from Borås city centre. Public transport options include:
Fristad station has practical services for this route, including Dining.
Food and drink options are available at Fristad station.
Knalleland station is 1 km from Borås city centre. Public transport options include:
Knalleland station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Knalleland station.
ATMs are available at Knalleland station.
Available at Knalleland station: Parking, WC.
Available at Knalleland station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Knalleland station.
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