2 class
- Free Wi-Fi
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
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.
To travel from Västerås to Copenhagen you need to make at least 2 changes.
531 SJ+
1097 Öresundståg+
2123 Mälartåg+
5 VL
529 SJ+
1089 Öresundståg+
2119 Mälartåg
529 SJ+
1089 Öresundståg+
5 VL+
2119 Mälartåg
2119 Mälartåg+
307 Snälltåget+
1097 Öresundståg
1097 Öresundståg+
2119 Mälartåg+
5 VL+
307 Snälltåget
593 SJ+
1081 Öresundståg+
2115 Mälartåg
529 SJ+
1089 Öresundståg+
2119 Mälartåg
593 SJ+
1081 Öresundståg+
21 VL+
2115 Mälartåg
529 SJ+
1089 Öresundståg+
5 VL+
2119 Mälartåg
531 SJ+
1097 Öresundståg+
2123 Mälartåg+
5 VLOmio 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
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£65 Average Price | £88 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest | £163 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 34m Average total duration 12h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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.
Other travel options to Copenhagen take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 27m.
Coach takes on average 12h 4m.
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.
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:34 Västerås | 6h14 | 22:48 Copenhagen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:34 Västerås | 6h51 | 0:25 Copenhagen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:48 Västerås | 10h10 | 5:58 Copenhagen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:10 Västerås | 11h34 | 9:44 Copenhagen | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
163 SJ+ 1095 Öresundståg | 8:12 Västerås Central Station | 8h16 | 16:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
593 SJ+ 1081 Öresundståg+ 2115 Mälartåg+ 21 VL | 8:16 Västerås | 6h28 | 14:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
593 SJ+ 1081 Öresundståg+ 2115 Mälartåg | 8:34 Västerås Central Station | 6h10 | 14:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
165 SJ+ 1103 Öresundståg+ 5 VL | 8:46 Västerås | 8h42 | 17:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
529 SJ+ 1089 Öresundståg+ 2119 Mälartåg+ 5 VL | 9:01 Västerås | 6h43 | 15:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
307 Snälltåget+ 1097 Öresundståg+ 5 VL+ 2119 Mälartåg | 9:01 Västerås | 7h43 | 16:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
165 SJ+ 1103 Öresundståg | 9:12 Västerås Central Station | 8h16 | 17:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
307 Snälltåget+ 1097 Öresundståg+ 2119 Mälartåg | 9:34 Västerås Central Station | 7h10 | 16:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
529 SJ+ 1089 Öresundståg+ 2119 Mälartåg | 9:34 Västerås Central Station | 6h10 | 15:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
167 SJ+ 1111 Öresundståg+ 21 VL | 9:52 Västerås | 8h36 | 18:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
1113 Öresundståg+ 2123 Mälartåg+ 5 VL+ 8735 Östgötatrafiken | 10:00 Västerås | 8h44 | 18:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 6 changes | |
531 SJ+ 1097 Öresundståg+ 2123 Mälartåg+ 5 VL | 10:00 Västerås | 6h44 | 16:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
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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.
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 |
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Major art museum with Danish Golden Age works, French art and a fine sculpture collection. Excellent for a broad introduction to Nordic art.
National museum covering Danish history, Viking finds, antiquities and cultural treasures. Ideal for understanding the country's past in one place.
Contemporary art museum in the former West India Warehouse. A thoughtful stop for modern Nordic and international exhibitions by the waterfront.
Pedestrian shopping street linking major squares and historic lanes. Good for architecture, people-watching and easy access to central sights.
Former ramparts turned waterside park with paths, lawns and old fortifications. A relaxing green walk close to Christianshavn and the centre.
Large historic cemetery and park with tree-lined paths, notable graves and calm atmosphere. Popular with locals for walks in Nørrebro.
Open rye-bread sandwich topped with pickled herring, roast beef, prawns or eggs. A cornerstone of Danish lunch culture and classic Copenhagen eating.
Roast pork with crackling, served with potatoes and parsley sauce. Often cited as Denmark’s national dish and a staple of traditional home cooking.
Cold buttermilk soup with vanilla, lemon and crisp kammerjunkere biscuits. A much-loved Danish summer dessert with deep nostalgic appeal.
Refined waterfront dining focused on seasonal Nordic ingredients and an elegant tasting-menu experience in central Copenhagen.
Historic canal-side restaurant known for classic smørrebrød, herring and schnapps in a traditional Danish setting in Nyhavn.
Popular food hall for trying Danish specialities, craft beer and modern local snacks from multiple vendors in a lively casual space.
Very expensive for city breaks. Hotels, dining and drinks are pricier than in many European capitals, though public transport is efficient rather than cheap.
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.
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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.

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.
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.
København Hovedb. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
Nørreport St. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Nørreport St.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Nørreport St.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nørreport St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nørreport St.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nørreport St.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Skt. Petri, Ibsens Hotel, Hotel Kong Arthur.
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