- Must visit
Skoklosters slott
Well-preserved baroque castle museum with furnished rooms, collections and seasonal exhibitions. One of the region’s standout cultural visits near Bålsta.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Västerås to Bålsta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Västerås to Bålsta will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 30 trains from Västerås to Bålsta, including 15 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 29 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.
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Trains from Västerås to Bålsta run on average 12 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 26m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 23:49 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Västerås to Bålsta.
The table below shows live departures for Västerås to Bålsta trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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160 SJ Regional | 7:48 Västerås Central Station | 0h29 | 8:17 Bålsta station | 0 changesdirect | |
803 UL+ 160 SJ Regional | 7:48 Västerås Central Station | 1h02 | 8:50 Bålsta | 1 change | |
164 SJ Regional | 9:48 Västerås Central Station | 0h29 | 10:17 Bålsta station | 0 changesdirect | |
803 UL+ 164 SJ Regional | 9:48 Västerås Central Station | 1h02 | 10:50 Bålsta | 1 change | |
166 SJ Regional | 10:48 Västerås Central Station | 0h29 | 11:17 Bålsta station | 0 changesdirect | |
803 UL+ 166 SJ Regional | 10:48 Västerås Central Station | 1h02 | 11:50 Bålsta | 1 change | |
168 SJ Regional | 11:48 Västerås Central Station | 0h29 | 12:17 Bålsta station | 0 changesdirect | |
803 UL+ 168 SJ Regional | 11:48 Västerås Central Station | 1h02 | 12:50 Bålsta | 1 change | |
895 UL+ 170 SJ Regional | 12:48 Västerås Central Station | 0h40 | 13:28 Bålsta | 1 change | |
170 SJ Regional | 12:48 Västerås Central Station | 0h29 | 13:17 Bålsta station | 0 changesdirect | |
172 SJ Regional | 13:48 Västerås Central Station | 0h29 | 14:17 Bålsta station | 0 changesdirect | |
803 UL+ 172 SJ Regional | 13:48 Västerås Central Station | 1h02 | 14:50 Bålsta | 1 change | |
174 SJ Regional | 14:48 Västerås Central Station | 0h29 | 15:17 Bålsta station | 0 changesdirect | |
895 UL+ 174 SJ Regional | 14:48 Västerås Central Station | 0h40 | 15:28 Bålsta | 1 change | |
176 SJ Regional | 15:48 Västerås Central Station | 0h33 | 16:21 Bålsta station | 0 changesdirect | |
803 UL+ 176 SJ Regional | 15:48 Västerås Central Station | 1h02 | 16:50 Bålsta | 1 change | |
178 SJ Regional | 16:48 Västerås Central Station | 0h29 | 17:17 Bålsta station | 0 changesdirect | |
895 UL+ 178 SJ Regional | 16:48 Västerås Central Station | 0h40 | 17:28 Bålsta | 1 change | |
803 UL+ 180 SJ Regional | 17:48 Västerås Central Station | 1h02 | 18:50 Bålsta | 1 change | |
180 SJ Regional | 17:48 Västerås Central Station | 0h29 | 18:17 Bålsta station | 0 changesdirect | |
182 SJ Regional | 18:49 Västerås Central Station | 0h28 | 19:17 Bålsta station | 0 changesdirect | |
895 UL+ 182 SJ Regional | 18:49 Västerås Central Station | 0h39 | 19:28 Bålsta | 1 change | |
803 UL+ 184 SJ Regional | 19:48 Västerås Central Station | 1h02 | 20:50 Bålsta | 1 change | |
184 SJ Regional | 19:48 Västerås Central Station | 0h29 | 20:17 Bålsta station | 0 changesdirect | |
186 SJ Regional | 20:48 Västerås Central Station | 0h29 | 21:17 Bålsta station | 0 changesdirect | |
895 UL+ 186 SJ Regional | 20:48 Västerås Central Station | 0h40 | 21:28 Bålsta | 1 change | |
803 UL+ 188 SJ Regional | 21:48 Västerås Central Station | 1h02 | 22:50 Bålsta | 1 change | |
188 SJ Regional | 21:48 Västerås Central Station | 0h29 | 22:17 Bålsta station | 0 changesdirect | |
803 UL+ 190 SJ Regional | 22:48 Västerås Central Station | 1h02 | 23:50 Bålsta | 1 change | |
190 SJ Regional | 22:48 Västerås Central Station | 0h29 | 23:17 Bålsta station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Well-preserved baroque castle museum with furnished rooms, collections and seasonal exhibitions. One of the region’s standout cultural visits near Bålsta.
Local museum presenting the area’s social and rural history through objects, photographs and archives. A good choice for understanding Håbo’s past.
Exhibition space and visitor stop within the castle grounds, adding context to the estate and its collections. Suitable to pair with a longer Skokloster visit.
Lakeside nature reserve with oak landscapes, viewpoints and walking paths. Popular for peaceful strolls, birdlife and broad views over Mälaren.
Green peninsula area near the castle with water views, picnic spots and easy walking. A scenic local favourite for combining history and outdoor time.
Central park area in Bålsta with open lawns, paths and family-friendly public space. Convenient for a short break close to shops and transport.
Fermented Baltic herring, traditionally eaten with thin bread, potatoes and onion. A classic northern Swedish speciality known across the country.
Cured salmon with salt, sugar and dill, usually served with mustard sauce. A staple of Swedish festive tables and cold buffets.
Small fried herring, often served with mashed potatoes, lingonberries and browned butter. A traditional everyday Swedish fish dish.
Casual Japanese restaurant known locally for sushi and hot dishes in a simple, modern setting suitable for lunch or an easy dinner.
Popular neighbourhood Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes and naan in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
Well-known local pizzeria and grill with pizza, kebab and casual fast-food favourites. Good for an inexpensive everyday meal.
Moderate for Sweden. Dining and hotels cost more than smaller Nordic towns, but local trains and everyday cafés 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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Most Västerås to Bålsta trains use the Västerås Centralstation to Bålsta tågstation station pair, with some services arriving at Bålsta, Gillmarken. Use this guide to compare Västerås and Bålsta train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Västerås, Gesällgatan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast food available.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are available at the station entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Västerås, Gesällgatan.
Available at Västerås, Gesällgatan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Västerås, Gesällgatan: Wheelchair accessible with assistance available.
Västerås, Centrum Stora Gatan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Västerås, Centrum Stora Gatan.
Available at Västerås, Centrum Stora Gatan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Västerås, Centrum Stora Gatan: Wheelchair-accessible entrances and facilities.
Bålsta tågstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Bålsta tågstation.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Bålsta tågstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bålsta tågstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bålsta tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bålsta tågstation: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bålsta tågstation: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Bålsta Gästgivaregård, Krägga Mansion.
Bålsta, Gillmarken is 1 km from Bålsta city centre. Public transport options include:
Bålsta, Gillmarken has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bålsta, Gillmarken. ATMs are available at Bålsta, Gillmarken.
Ticket office support is available at Bålsta, Gillmarken.
Available at Bålsta, Gillmarken: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bålsta, Gillmarken: Wheelchair accessible with assistance available.
Bålsta, Futurum is 1 km from Bålsta city centre. Public transport options include:
Bålsta, Futurum has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available for passengers. ATMs are available at Bålsta, Futurum.
Ticket office support is available at Bålsta, Futurum.
Available at Bålsta, Futurum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bålsta, Futurum: Station equipped with ramps and elevators.
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