The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockholm to Borås
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
3 h 12 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Trains per day
33
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 £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 33 trains that leave Stockholm for Borås every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 347 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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.
433 X 2000+
2 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik · 3461 Västtrafik12:174h40Stockholm Central Station16:57Borås£311One-way3 changes
433 X 2000+
3461 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik12:174h33Stockholm Central Station16:50Borås Centralstation£311One-way2 changes
433 X 2000+
5 SL+
3461 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik11:344h52Stockholm, Västerbroplan16:26Hedared£351One-way3 changes
445 X 2000+
13843 Västtrafik18:133h23Stockholm Central Station21:36Borås Centralstation£481One-way1 change
437 X 2000+
13835 Västtrafik14:093h30Stockholm Central Station17:39Borås Centralstation£481One-way1 change
555 X 200015:233h12Stockholm Central Station18:35Borås Centralstation£621One-way0 changes
515 X 200011:283h19Stockholm Central Station14:47Borås Centralstation£761One-way0 changes
445 X 2000+
13843 Västtrafik18:133h23Stockholm Central Station21:36Borås Centralstation£481One-way1 change
429 X 2000+
13827 Västtrafik10:133h24Stockholm Central Station13:37Borås Centralstation£611One-way1 change
555 X 2000+
8 Västtrafik15:233h25Stockholm Central Station18:48Borås£661One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Stockholm to Borås
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Borås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. 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 coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £77.
Distance: 347 km
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Live departures
Stockholm to Borås train times
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm to Borås trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5 SL+ 421 SJ 3000 · 159 SJ+ 550 Västtrafik | 0:57 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 9h29 | 10:26 Hedared | 3 changes | |
421 SJ 3000+ 13819 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik | 5:30 Stockholm Central Station | 4h24 | 9:54 Borås | 2 changes | |
421 SJ 3000+ 13819 Västtrafik | 5:30 Stockholm Central Station | 4h08 | 9:38 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
513 X 2000 | 6:38 Stockholm Central Station | 3h56 | 10:34 Borås Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
513 X 2000+ 8 Västtrafik | 6:38 Stockholm Central Station | 4h09 | 10:47 Borås | 1 change | |
5 SL+ 425 X 2000 · 163 SJ+ 550 Västtrafik | 7:27 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 4h59 | 12:26 Hedared | 3 changes | |
425 X 2000 · 163 SJ+ 13823 Västtrafik · 8 Västtrafik | 8:17 Stockholm Central Station | 4h00 | 12:17 Borås | 3 changes | |
425 X 2000 · 163 SJ+ 13823 Västtrafik | 8:17 Stockholm Central Station | 3h49 | 12:06 Borås Centralstation | 2 changes | |
429 X 2000+ 6 Västtrafik · 13827 Västtrafik | 10:13 Stockholm Central Station | 3h41 | 13:54 Borås | 2 changes | |
429 X 2000+ 13827 Västtrafik | 10:13 Stockholm Central Station | 3h24 | 13:37 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
5 SL+ 515 X 2000+ 550 Västtrafik | 10:42 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 4h44 | 15:26 Hedared | 2 changes | |
5 SL+ 2031 VR Snabbtåg+ 550 Västtrafik | 11:12 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h14 | 16:26 Hedared | 2 changes | |
515 X 2000 | 11:28 Stockholm Central Station | 3h19 | 14:47 Borås Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
515 X 2000+ 8 Västtrafik | 11:28 Stockholm Central Station | 3h34 | 15:02 Borås | 1 change | |
5 SL+ 433 X 2000+ 3461 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik | 11:34 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 4h52 | 16:26 Hedared | 3 changes | |
2031 VR Snabbtåg+ 550 Västtrafik | 11:51 Stockholm Central Station | 4h59 | 16:50 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
2031 VR Snabbtåg+ 550 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik | 11:51 Stockholm Central Station | 5h06 | 16:57 Borås | 2 changes | |
433 X 2000 · 339 SJ+ 2 Västtrafik | 12:17 Stockholm Central Station | 4h55 | 17:12 Borås | 2 changes | |
433 X 2000 · 339 SJ | 12:17 Stockholm Central Station | 4h40 | 16:57 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
433 X 2000+ 100 Västtrafik · 3 Västtrafik | 12:17 Stockholm Central Station | 4h48 | 17:05 Borås | 2 changes | |
433 X 2000+ 550 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik · 3461 Västtrafik | 12:17 Stockholm Central Station | 4h40 | 16:57 Borås | 3 changes | |
433 X 2000+ 3461 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik | 12:17 Stockholm Central Station | 4h33 | 16:50 Borås Centralstation | 2 changes | |
437 X 2000 · 175 SJ+ 5 SL+ 550 Västtrafik | 13:27 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 4h59 | 18:26 Hedared | 3 changes | |
437 X 2000+ 6 Västtrafik · 13835 Västtrafik | 14:09 Stockholm Central Station | 3h45 | 17:54 Borås | 2 changes | |
437 X 2000+ 13835 Västtrafik | 14:09 Stockholm Central Station | 3h30 | 17:39 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
555 X 2000 | 15:23 Stockholm Central Station | 3h12 | 18:35 Borås Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
555 X 2000+ 8 Västtrafik | 15:23 Stockholm Central Station | 3h25 | 18:48 Borås | 1 change | |
441 X 2000+ 13841 Västtrafik | 16:08 Stockholm Central Station | 3h27 | 19:35 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
441 X 2000+ 8 Västtrafik · 13841 Västtrafik | 16:08 Stockholm Central Station | 3h40 | 19:48 Borås | 2 changes | |
445 X 2000+ 13843 Västtrafik | 18:13 Stockholm Central Station | 3h23 | 21:36 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
445 X 2000+ 13843 Västtrafik · 8 Västtrafik | 18:13 Stockholm Central Station | 3h35 | 21:48 Borås | 2 changes | |
2047 VR Snabbtåg+ 2 Västtrafik · 100 Västtrafik | 19:48 Stockholm Central Station | 5h18 | 1:06 Borås | 2 changes | |
2047 VR Snabbtåg+ 100 Västtrafik | 19:48 Stockholm Central Station | 5h09 | 0:57 Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stockholm to Borås
Trains from Stockholm to Borås run on average 24 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 2 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 12m.
Distance 347 km |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: SJ, VR, Tågab, Malartag, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Stockholm to Borås trainsSJ, VR, Tågab, Malartag, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Stockholm and Borås from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stockholm to Borås train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stockholm and Borås
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- Luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
- Burger King
- Caffe Ritazza
- Blueberry Tunnelgången
- Espresso House
- Holy Monkey
- Icha Icha
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Sushi Yama
- O'Learys
- & many more
- Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
- Freys Hotel
- Nordic Light Hotel
- Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
- Metro lines: 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19
- Bus lines: 53, 54, 516, 812C, 813C, Flygbussarna
- Tram lines: 7
- Train lines: Dala Line, Northern Main Line, East Coast Line, SJ X2000, 40, 41, 42X, 43, 43X, 44, Arlanda Express, FLX
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Swedenborgsgatan.
- Pelikan
- Kvarnen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Hotel Rival
- Clarion Hotel Stockholm
- Hilton Stockholm Slussen
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and commuter destinations
- Metro: Line 13, Line 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Stationsgatan.
- Restaurant Viskan
- Café Bakgården
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 10
- Quality Hotel Grand
- Scandic Plaza Borås
- Comfort Hotel Jazz
- Located in the main hall
- SIXT
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Gothenburg and regional destinations
- Bus: Vy Buss
- Train: SJ Regional trains
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