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The cheapest and fastest trains from Uppsala to Västerås
Showing times and prices for 20 Apr
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
67 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Uppsala to Västerås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Uppsala to Västerås will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Fast trains
Of the 24 trains that leave Uppsala for Västerås every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 67 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 14 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.
8547 Mälartåg15:391h21Uppsala Central Station17:00Västerås Central Station£151One-way0 changes- 8507 Mälartåg5:481h12Uppsala Central Station7:00Västerås Central Station£151One-way0 changes
- 8555 Mälartåg17:401h21Uppsala Central Station19:01Västerås Central Station£151One-way0 changes
- 8511 Mälartåg6:361h24Uppsala Central Station8:00Västerås Central Station£151One-way0 changes
- 8559 Mälartåg18:391h21Uppsala Central Station20:00Västerås Central Station£151One-way0 changes
26 SJ+2167 Mälartåg20:241h06Uppsala Central Station21:30Västerås Central Station£151One-way1 change- 8535 Mälartåg12:501h10Uppsala Central Station14:00Västerås Central Station£151One-way0 changes
- 8507 Mälartåg5:481h12Uppsala Central Station7:00Västerås Central Station£151One-way0 changes
- 2171 Mälartåg21:181h13Uppsala Central Station22:31Västerås Central Station£151One-way0 changes
- 12 SJ+2115 Mälartåg7:161h14Uppsala Central Station8:30Västerås Central Station£151One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Uppsala to Västerås
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Uppsala to Västerås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 67 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£13 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Uppsala to Västerås train times
The table below shows live departures for Uppsala to Västerås trains for tomorrow, Sunday 19 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8593 Mälartåg · 2107 Mälartåg | 4:39 Uppsala Central Station | 1h51 | 6:30 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
2 UL+8507 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 5:21 Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h06 | 7:27 Västerås, Åkesta | 2 changes | |
| 2 UL+8507 Mälartåg+21 VL | 5:21 Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h10 | 7:31 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 changes | |
| 8507 Mälartåg | 5:48 Uppsala Central Station | 1h12 | 7:00 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8511 Mälartåg | 6:36 Uppsala Central Station | 1h24 | 8:00 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2 UL+12 SJ+2115 Mälartåg+21 VL | 6:48 Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h09 | 8:57 Västerås, Åkesta | 3 changes | |
| 2 UL+12 SJ+2115 Mälartåg+21 VL | 6:48 Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h12 | 9:00 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 3 changes | |
| 12 SJ+2115 Mälartåg | 7:16 Uppsala Central Station | 1h14 | 8:30 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
| 2 UL+8515 Mälartåg+21 VL | 7:19 Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h11 | 9:30 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 changes | |
| 2 UL+8515 Mälartåg+21 VL | 7:19 Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h08 | 9:27 Västerås, Åkesta | 2 changes | |
| 8515 Mälartåg | 7:39 Uppsala Central Station | 1h23 | 9:02 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8519 Mälartåg | 8:39 Uppsala Central Station | 1h22 | 10:01 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2 UL+8535 Mälartåg+21 VL | 12:23 Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h25 | 14:48 Västerås, Åkesta | 2 changes | |
| 2 UL+8535 Mälartåg+21 VL | 12:23 Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h19 | 14:42 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 changes | |
| 8535 Mälartåg | 12:50 Uppsala Central Station | 1h10 | 14:00 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2 UL+8543 Mälartåg+21 VL | 14:19 Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h08 | 16:27 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 changes | |
| 8543 Mälartåg | 14:39 Uppsala Central Station | 1h21 | 16:00 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2 UL+8547 Mälartåg+21 VL | 15:10 Uppsala Djäknegatan | 2h17 | 17:27 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 2 changes | |
| 8547 Mälartåg | 15:39 Uppsala Central Station | 1h21 | 17:00 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8551 Mälartåg | 16:39 Uppsala Central Station | 1h21 | 18:00 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8555 Mälartåg | 17:40 Uppsala Central Station | 1h21 | 19:01 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8559 Mälartåg | 18:39 Uppsala Central Station | 1h21 | 20:00 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 26 SJ+2167 Mälartåg | 20:24 Uppsala Central Station | 1h06 | 21:30 Västerås Central Station | 1 change | |
| 2171 Mälartåg | 21:18 Uppsala Central Station | 1h13 | 22:31 Västerås Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Uppsala to Västerås
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Trains from Uppsala to Västerås run on average 48 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 1h 5m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Distance 67 km |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 48 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:29 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Train companies: Malartag, SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ), SL, Mälartåg from Uppsala to Västerås trainsMalartag, SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ), SL, Mälartåg trains will get you between Uppsala and Västerås from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Malartag
About
Mälartåg is a Swedish train company from the Mälardalen region operating in the Stockholm, Sörmland, Uppsala, Västmanland, Örebro and Östergötland. Mälartåg's train fleet consists of double-deckers and smaller regional trains with a maximum speed of 200 km/h.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 11m
Cheapest Price
£10
Malartag frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 piece of larger luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by ÖBB
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and drinks, bistro service with snacks and beverages, at-seat service in First Class
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Second Class: Optional reservation for €3
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs need ticket (50% of regular fare). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
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
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£11
SJ frequency
3 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
Swedish Railways (SJ)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£30
Swedish Railways (SJ) frequency
13 a day
SL
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 14m
Cheapest Price
£28
SL frequency
2 a day
Mälartåg
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 13m
Cheapest Price
£10
Mälartåg frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Uppsala to Västerås train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Uppsala 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Uppsala to Västerås can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £13.
The train journey from Uppsala to Västerås covers a distance of 67 km and takes approximately 1h 5m. Trains run 48 per day.
The train distance from Uppsala to Västerås is 67 km.
The first train from Uppsala to Västerås leaves at 0:10.
The last train from Uppsala to Västerås departs at 23:29.
Trains from Uppsala to Västerås run approximately 48 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Uppsala to Västerås.
Yes, there is a direct train between Uppsala and Västerås. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Malartag, Mälartåg.
To get from Uppsala to Västerås, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Uppsala to Västerås.
The train station in Uppsala that goes to Västerås is Uppsala Central Station, and it arrives at Västerås Central Station.
The cheapest way to get from Uppsala to Västerås is by coach, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Uppsala 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 Uppsala to Västerås offers a pleasant view of the Swedish countryside, with stretches of green fields, forests, and occasional glimpses of small towns, making it a moderately scenic route.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Uppsala to Västerås. The journey takes 1h 5m and the distance is 67 km. There are 33 trips per day by train.
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 Uppsala to Västerås.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Uppsala and Västerås
Uppsala
Västerås
The major train station for departures in Uppsala is Uppsala, Centralstation. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Uppsala, Centralstation for your trip from Uppsala to Västerås.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
6Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Stationsgatan.
Dining
- Stationen
- Kitchen & Table Uppsala
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- SEK 10
Hotel
- Radisson Blu Hotel Uppsala
- Elite Hotel Academia
- Clarion Hotel Gillet
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 1200 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for trains to Stockholm, Gävle, and regional destinations
Public transport options for Uppsala, Centralstation
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: East Coast Line
- Regional trains to Stockholm and Gävle
Uppsala, Vaksala Torg
Amenities at train station
Accessibilityinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Gottsunda Simhall
information
The major train station for arrivals in Västerås is Västerås Centralstation. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Västerås Centralstation for your journey to Västerås from Uppsala.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
5Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking available 24/7 with access from Södra Ringvägen
Dining
- Frank Bistro
- Restaurang Varda
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- 5 SEK
Hotel
- Elite Stadshotellet Västerås
- Best Western Hotel Esplanade
- Clarion Collection Hotel Etage
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Stockholm and other destinations
- Hall 2: waiting area and lockers
Public transport options for Västerås Centralstation
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Mälarbanan railway
Västerås, Centrum Stora Gatan
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Västerås, Gesällgatan
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