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The cheapest and fastest trains from Västerås to Copenhagen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£64

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£75

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

6 h 10 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

6 h 27 m

Trains on 17 Sept

12

Distance

498 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Västerås to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Västerås to Copenhagen will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.

Fast trains

To travel from Västerås to Copenhagen you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • SJ531 SJ+Oresundstag1097 Öresundståg+Malartag2123 Mälartåg+VL5 VL
    10:006h44
    Västerås
    16:44Copenhagen Central Station
    £641One-way
    3 changes
  • SJ529 SJ+Oresundstag1089 Öresundståg+Malartag2119 Mälartåg
    9:346h10
    Västerås Central Station
    15:44Copenhagen Central Station
    £651One-way
    2 changes
  • SJ529 SJ+Oresundstag1089 Öresundståg+VL5 VL+Malartag2119 Mälartåg
    9:016h43
    Västerås
    15:44Copenhagen Central Station
    £681One-way
    3 changes
  • Malartag2119 Mälartåg+Snälltåget307 Snälltåget+Oresundstag1097 Öresundståg
    9:347h10
    Västerås Central Station
    16:44Copenhagen Central Station
    £691One-way
    2 changes
  • Oresundstag1097 Öresundståg+Malartag2119 Mälartåg+VL5 VL+Snälltåget307 Snälltåget
    9:017h43
    Västerås
    16:44Copenhagen Central Station
    £721One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, flight and train for Västerås to Copenhagen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Västerås to Copenhagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, while a flight costs an average of £88.

Distance: 498 km

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£65

Average Price

£88

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£57

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Cheapest

£163

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(fuel + tolls)

6h 57m

Average total duration

6h 27m

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30m

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3h 44m

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1h 44m

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2h 0m

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12h 34m

Average total duration

12h 4m

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6h 36m

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1.5 - 3.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.5 - 1.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Västerås to Copenhagen is a coach with an average price of £57.

This is compared to other travel options from Västerås to Copenhagen:

A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Västerås to Copenhagen costing on average £65.

A coach is £30 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Västerås to Copenhagen costing on average £88.

The fastest way to travel from Västerås to Copenhagen is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 44m.

Other travel options to Copenhagen take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 27m.

Coach takes on average 12h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Västerås and Copenhagen including taking a coach, flight and train.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 9m faster (6h 27m by train vs 6h 36m by car) and roughly £99 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£65 vs £163). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Västerås to Copenhagen train times

The table below shows live departures for Västerås to Copenhagen trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SJ16:34 Västerås
6h14
22:48 Copenhagen0 changesdirect
SJ17:34 Västerås
6h51
0:25 Copenhagen0 changesdirect
SJ19:48 Västerås
10h10
5:58 Copenhagen0 changesdirect
SJ22:10 Västerås
11h34
9:44 Copenhagen0 changesdirect
Thursday 17 September
SJ163 SJ+Oresundstag1095 Öresundståg8:12 Västerås Central Station
8h16
16:28 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
SJ593 SJ+Oresundstag1081 Öresundståg+Malartag2115 Mälartåg+VL21 VL8:16 Västerås
6h28
14:44 Copenhagen Central Station3 changes
SJ593 SJ+Oresundstag1081 Öresundståg+Malartag2115 Mälartåg8:34 Västerås Central Station
6h10
14:44 Copenhagen Central Station2 changes
SJ165 SJ+Oresundstag1103 Öresundståg+VL5 VL8:46 Västerås
8h42
17:28 Copenhagen Central Station2 changes
SJ529 SJ+Oresundstag1089 Öresundståg+Malartag2119 Mälartåg+VL5 VL9:01 Västerås
6h43
15:44 Copenhagen Central Station3 changes
Snälltåget307 Snälltåget+Oresundstag1097 Öresundståg+VL5 VL+Malartag2119 Mälartåg9:01 Västerås
7h43
16:44 Copenhagen Central Station3 changes
SJ165 SJ+Oresundstag1103 Öresundståg9:12 Västerås Central Station
8h16
17:28 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
Snälltåget307 Snälltåget+Oresundstag1097 Öresundståg+Malartag2119 Mälartåg9:34 Västerås Central Station
7h10
16:44 Copenhagen Central Station2 changes
SJ529 SJ+Oresundstag1089 Öresundståg+Malartag2119 Mälartåg9:34 Västerås Central Station
6h10
15:44 Copenhagen Central Station2 changes
SJ167 SJ+Oresundstag1111 Öresundståg+VL21 VL9:52 Västerås
8h36
18:28 Copenhagen Central Station2 changes
Oresundstag1113 Öresundståg+Malartag2123 Mälartåg+VL5 VL+ÖstgötaTrafiken8735 Östgötatrafiken10:00 Västerås
8h44
18:44 Copenhagen Central Station6 changes
SJ531 SJ+Oresundstag1097 Öresundståg+Malartag2123 Mälartåg+VL5 VL10:00 Västerås
6h44
16:44 Copenhagen Central Station3 changes

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SJ as well as Snälltåget, Malartag, Oresundstag and more offer trains services from Västerås to Copenhagen.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SJ, but also compare tickets for the likes of Snälltåget, Malartag or Oresundstag to find the best option for your trip from Västerås to Copenhagen.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Västerås to Copenhagen

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Trains from Västerås to Copenhagen run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 498 km distance in 6h 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
Distance
498 km
Average train duration
6h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
£31
Trains per day
13
Fastest train
6h 5m
First train
0:09
Last train
23:57
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
1 day
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

Train companies: SJ, Snälltåget, Malartag, Oresundstag from Västerås to Copenhagen trainsSJ, Snälltåget, Malartag, Oresundstag trains will get you between Västerås and Copenhagen from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 SJ Duration
6h 5m
Cheapest SJ Price
£31
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

Snälltåget

About
Snälltåget is a Swedish train company that offers a range of services to its passengers. It operates a fleet of modern trains, including the X2000, which is the fastest train in Sweden, and the InterCity, which is a comfortable and reliable train. The company also offers a range of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes for Snälltåget are between Stockholm and Gothenburg, Malmö and Gothenburg, and Stockholm and Malmö.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Snälltåget Duration
7h 33m
Cheapest Snälltåget Price
£61
Snälltåget frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to refund policy
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation is mandatory and included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket and must be leashed
Quiet zone

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 Malartag Duration
6h 39m
Cheapest Malartag Price
£110
Malartag frequency
3 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

What's included in each class

Compare Malartag classes and the amenities included in each one.

2 class
  • Free Wi-Fi

Oresundstag

About
Öresundståg is a train company based in Sweden and Denmark. It operates a wide range of services, including regional, express and night trains. The regional trains offer frequent stops and are the most affordable option, while the express trains are faster and more comfortable. The night trains provide overnight journeys and are a great way to save time and money. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. The most popular routes for Öresundståg are between Copenhagen and Malmö, Gothenburg and Malmö, and Stockholm and Malmö. These routes offer travelers a convenient and affordable way to travel between the two countries.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Oresundstag Duration
7h 49m
Cheapest Oresundstag Price
£57
Luggage included
Free hand luggage and larger items allowed
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bistro car with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

What's included in each class

Compare Oresundstag classes and the amenities included in each one.

1 class
Öresundståg
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Extra legroom
  • Quiet zone
2 class
Öresundståg
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

Complete guide to Copenhagen

Things to do in Copenhagen

Discover the best of Copenhagen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Copenhagen trip today.

  • Must visit

Statens Museum for Kunst

Major art museum with Danish Golden Age works, French art and a fine sculpture collection. Excellent for a broad introduction to Nordic art.

  • Must visit

Nationalmuseet

National museum covering Danish history, Viking finds, antiquities and cultural treasures. Ideal for understanding the country's past in one place.

  • Recommended

Kunsthal Charlottenborg

Contemporary art museum in the former West India Warehouse. A thoughtful stop for modern Nordic and international exhibitions by the waterfront.

Danish krone (kr)

Very expensive for city breaks. Hotels, dining and drinks are pricier than in many European capitals, though public transport is efficient rather than cheap.

Average meal costs

Budget
kr 90-140 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
kr 200-350 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
kr 700+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
kr 35-50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Tipping is optional; round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Round up for taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips.

FAQs: Västerås to Copenhagen train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Västerås to Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Västerås to Copenhagen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £31, while the average price tends to be around £65.
The train journey from Västerås to Copenhagen covers a distance of 498 km and takes approximately 6h 5m. Trains run 13 per day.
The train distance from Västerås to Copenhagen is 498 km.
The first train from Västerås to Copenhagen leaves at 0:09.
The last train from Västerås to Copenhagen departs at 23:57.
Trains from Västerås to Copenhagen run approximately 13 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Västerås to Copenhagen.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Västerås to Copenhagen.
To get from Västerås to Copenhagen, you can choose from several travel options including coach, flight and train.
There is no night train service from Västerås to Copenhagen.
The train station in Västerås that goes to Copenhagen is Västerås Central Station, and it arrives at Copenhagen Central Station.
The cheapest way to get from Västerås to Copenhagen is by train, costing approximately £31.
Booking trains from Västerås to Copenhagen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Västerås to Copenhagen is indeed scenic, offering views of Sweden's picturesque landscapes, including lush forests, charming towns, and serene lakes, before crossing the Öresund Bridge into Denmark, where it continues through the Danish countryside.
A day trip from Västerås to Copenhagen is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 5m and the distance is 498 km. However, trains run 12 times per day.
In Copenhagen, you can explore the National Museum of Denmark to learn about the country's rich history and culture, or visit the Carlsberg Brewery to discover the brewing process and taste different beers. Enjoy unique views of the city with a canal tour, or relax in the Botanical Garden, a lush oasis with a diverse collection of plants. Experience the lively atmosphere of Strøget, one of Europe's longest pedestrian streets, lined with shops, cafes, and street performers. For sightseeing, visit Tivoli Gardens, a historic amusement park, and Nyhavn, a colourful waterfront district. Admire The Little Mermaid statue, explore Renaissance-era Rosenborg Castle with its crown jewels, and tour Christiansborg Palace, housing royal reception rooms and the Danish Parliament.
To experience the main attractions and the unique culture of Copenhagen, a stay of three to four days is generally recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Västerås to Copenhagen.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Västerås and Copenhagen

Most Västerås to Copenhagen trains use the Västerås Centralstation to København Hovedb. station pair, with some services arriving at Nørreport St.. Use this guide to compare Västerås and Copenhagen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Västerås
Arrival train stations in Copenhagen

Which Västerås station do trains to Copenhagen leave from?

Trains from Västerås to Copenhagen leave from Västerås Centralstation. The station is 1 km from Västerås city centre at Södra Ringvägen 1, 722 12 Västerås, Sweden.
Västerås CentralstationSödra Ringvägen 1, 722 12 Västerås, SwedenWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Västerås Centralstation from Västerås city centre

Bus6, 21 · 4m · £0.90 · every ~15 min

Västerås Centralstation 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 and drink

Food options include: Frank Bistro, Restaurang Varda

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Västerås Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Västerås Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Västerås Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Västerås Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Västerås Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Elite Stadshotellet Västerås, Best Western Hotel Esplanade, Clarion Collection Hotel Etage.

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