Västerås to Skövde train with SJ

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Västerås to Skövde

Showing times and prices for 14 Aug

Cheapest price

£58

Average price

£60

Fastest journey

5 h 31 m

Average duration

6 h 11 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

206 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Västerås to Skövde will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.

Fast trains

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

  • Malartag2151 Mälartåg+SJ545 X 2000+Västtrafik7264 Västtrafik
    17:345h31
    Västerås Central Station
    23:05Skövde Centralstation
    £581One-way
    2 changes
  • Malartag2151 Mälartåg+SJ545 X 2000+Västtrafik7264 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik
    17:026h34
    Västerås, Åkesta
    23:36Käpplunda vårdcentrum
    £611One-way
    4 changes
  • Malartag2151 Mälartåg+SJ545 X 2000+Västtrafik7264 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik
    17:096h27
    Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
    23:36Käpplunda vårdcentrum
    £611One-way
    4 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Västerås to Skövde

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Västerås to Skövde among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £28.

Distance: 206 km

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£21

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£63

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2h 52m

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2h 22m

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4h 22m

Average total duration

3h 52m

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Live departures

Västerås to Skövde train times

The table below shows live departures for Västerås to Skövde trains for today, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
VL21 VL+SJ159 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik5:39 Västerås, Åkesta
3h58
9:37 Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
VL21 VL+SJ159 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik5:41 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
3h56
9:37 Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
VL21 VL+Malartag2107 Mälartåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+VR2093 VR Snabbtåg6:04 Västerås, Åkesta
4h03
10:07 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
SJ159 SJ6:12 Västerås Central Station
2h37
8:49 Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
VL21 VL+SJ161 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik6:31 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
4h06
10:37 Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
VL21 VL+SJ161 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik6:44 Västerås, Åkesta
3h53
10:37 Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
SJ161 SJ7:12 Västerås Central Station
2h37
9:49 Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
VL21 VL+SJ163 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:31 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
4h06
11:37 Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
VL21 VL · 6 VL+SJ163 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:44 Västerås, Åkesta
3h53
11:37 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
VL21 VL+Malartag2115 Mälartåg+SJ427 SJ 3000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:51 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
4h16
12:07 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
VL21 VL+Malartag2115 Mälartåg+SJ427 SJ 3000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik8:04 Västerås, Åkesta
4h03
12:07 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
SJ163 SJ8:12 Västerås Central Station
2h37
10:49 Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
VL21 VL+SJ165 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik8:31 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
4h06
12:37 Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
Malartag2115 Mälartåg+SJ427 SJ 30008:34 Västerås Central Station
2h53
11:27 Skövde Centralstation1 change
VL21 VL · 6 VL+SJ165 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik8:44 Västerås, Åkesta
3h53
12:37 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
VL21 VL+Malartag2119 Mälartåg+SJ429 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik9:04 Västerås, Åkesta
4h03
13:07 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
VL21 VL+Malartag2119 Mälartåg+SJ429 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik9:11 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
3h56
13:07 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
SJ165 SJ9:12 Västerås Central Station
2h39
11:51 Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Malartag2119 Mälartåg+SJ429 X 20009:34 Västerås Central Station
2h51
12:25 Skövde Centralstation1 change
VL21 VL+SJ167 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik9:34 Västerås, Åkesta
4h03
13:37 Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
VL21 VL+SJ167 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik9:41 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
3h56
13:37 Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
VL21 VL+Malartag2123 Mälartåg+SJ431 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik10:04 Västerås, Åkesta
4h03
14:07 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
VL21 VL+Malartag2123 Mälartåg+SJ431 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik10:11 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
3h56
14:07 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
SJ167 SJ10:12 Västerås Central Station
2h40
12:52 Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
VL21 VL+SJ169 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik10:34 Västerås, Åkesta
3h48
14:22 Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
Malartag2123 Mälartåg+SJ431 X 200010:34 Västerås Central Station
2h51
13:25 Skövde Centralstation1 change
VL21 VL+SJ169 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik10:41 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
3h41
14:22 Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
VL21 VL+Malartag2127 Mälartåg+SJ433 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik11:04 Västerås, Åkesta
3h48
14:52 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
VL21 VL+Malartag2127 Mälartåg+SJ433 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik11:11 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
3h41
14:52 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
SJ169 SJ11:12 Västerås Central Station
2h37
13:49 Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Malartag2127 Mälartåg+SJ433 X 200011:34 Västerås Central Station
2h46
14:20 Skövde Centralstation1 change
VL21 VL+Malartag2131 Mälartåg+SJ435 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik12:04 Västerås, Åkesta
3h48
15:52 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
VL21 VL+Malartag2131 Mälartåg+SJ435 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik12:11 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
3h41
15:52 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
Malartag2131 Mälartåg+SJ435 X 200012:34 Västerås Central Station
2h52
15:26 Skövde Centralstation1 change
VL21 VL+Malartag2135 Mälartåg+SJ437 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik13:04 Västerås, Åkesta
3h48
16:52 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
VL21 VL+Malartag2135 Mälartåg+SJ437 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik13:11 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
3h41
16:52 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
Malartag2135 Mälartåg+SJ437 X 200013:34 Västerås Central Station
2h51
16:25 Skövde Centralstation1 change
VL21 VL+Malartag2139 Mälartåg+SJ439 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik14:02 Västerås, Åkesta
4h04
18:06 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
VL21 VL+Malartag2139 Mälartåg+SJ439 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik14:09 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
3h57
18:06 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
Malartag2139 Mälartåg+SJ439 X 200014:34 Västerås Central Station
2h52
17:26 Skövde Centralstation1 change
VL21 VL+Malartag2143 Mälartåg+SJ441 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik15:02 Västerås, Åkesta
4h04
19:06 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
VL21 VL+Malartag2143 Mälartåg+SJ441 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik15:09 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
3h57
19:06 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
Malartag2143 Mälartåg+SJ441 X 200015:34 Västerås Central Station
2h53
18:27 Skövde Centralstation1 change
VL21 VL+Malartag2147 Mälartåg+SJ443 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik16:02 Västerås, Åkesta
4h04
20:06 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
VL21 VL+Malartag2147 Mälartåg+SJ443 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik16:09 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
3h57
20:06 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
Malartag2147 Mälartåg+SJ443 X 200016:34 Västerås Central Station
2h47
19:21 Skövde Centralstation1 change
VL21 VL+Malartag2151 Mälartåg+SJ445 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik17:02 Västerås, Åkesta
4h04
21:06 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
VL21 VL+Malartag2151 Mälartåg+SJ445 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik17:09 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
3h57
21:06 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
Malartag2151 Mälartåg+SJ445 X 200017:34 Västerås Central Station
2h45
20:19 Skövde Centralstation1 change
VL21 VL+Malartag2155 Mälartåg+SJ447 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik17:42 Västerås, Åkesta
4h24
22:06 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
VL21 VL+Malartag2155 Mälartåg+SJ447 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik17:49 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
4h17
22:06 Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
Malartag2155 Mälartåg+SJ447 X 200018:34 Västerås Central Station
2h52
21:26 Skövde Centralstation1 change
VL21 VL+SJ188 SJ · 1 SJ+Västtrafik7202 Västtrafik21:13 Västerås, Åkesta
9h39
6:52 Käpplunda vårdcentrum4 changes
VL21 VL+SJ188 SJ · 1 SJ+Västtrafik7202 Västtrafik21:17 Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen)
9h35
6:52 Käpplunda vårdcentrum4 changes
SJ188 SJ · 1 SJ+Västtrafik7202 Västtrafik21:49 Västerås Central Station
8h29
6:18 Skövde Centralstation2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Västerås to Skövde

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Trains from Västerås to Skövde run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:18, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 206 km distance in 2h 8m.

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
206 km
Average train duration
2h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Trains per day
27
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
2h 8m
First train
3:18
Last train
23:17
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
28 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

Train companies: SJ, Malartag, Västtrafik from Västerås to Skövde trainsSJ, Malartag, Västtrafik trains will get you between Västerås and Skövde from £9. 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 Duration
2h 8m
Cheapest Price
£9
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

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
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
£44
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

Västtrafik

About
Västtrafik is a public transport provider in Sweden, offering a wide range of services to its customers. It operates a network of trains, buses, trams and ferries, with services running from early morning to late at night. The trains come in a variety of types, including regional, express and night trains. Regional trains are the most common, providing frequent stops and connecting smaller towns and cities. Express trains are faster, with fewer stops, while night trains offer overnight journeys. Västtrafik offers a range of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and a café car. The most popular routes for Västtrafik are between Gothenburg and Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö, and Gothenburg and Oslo. These routes offer frequent services and provide a convenient way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
£12
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and beverages available for purchase on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Skövde

Things to do in Skövde

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

  • Recommended

Västergötlands museum

Local cultural history museum with exhibitions on Skövde, Västergötland and the area’s people, crafts and changing everyday life.

  • Recommended

Skövde Konsthall

Exhibition space for contemporary art in the Cultural Centre, hosting changing shows and making an easy stop in central Skövde.

Soldathemmet museum

Military museum focused on local defence history, uniforms and vehicles, offering context on Skövde’s long connection to the armed forces.

Swedish krona (kr)

Moderate for Sweden: dining and hotels cost more than many European cities, but local buses and casual meals remain manageable for most travellers.

Average meal costs

Budget
90-140 kr for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
180-320 kr per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
500 kr+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
35-50 kr for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. In restaurants, rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up; cafés do not require tips.

FAQs: Västerås to Skövde train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Västerås to Skövde can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £21.
The train journey from Västerås to Skövde covers a distance of 206 km and takes approximately 2h 8m. Trains run 27 per day.
The train distance from Västerås to Skövde is 206 km.
The first train from Västerås to Skövde leaves at 3:18.
The last train from Västerås to Skövde departs at 23:17.
Trains from Västerås to Skövde run approximately 27 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Västerås to Skövde.
Yes, there is a direct train between Västerås and Skövde. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by SJ.
To get from Västerås to Skövde, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Västerås to Skövde.
The train station in Västerås that goes to Skövde is Västerås Central Station, and it arrives at Skövde Centralstation.
The cheapest way to get from Västerås to Skövde is by train, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Västerås to Skövde 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 Skövde offers a picturesque experience, with views of Sweden's serene countryside, rolling hills, and charming villages providing a scenic backdrop throughout the trip.
A day trip from Västerås to Skövde is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 8m. There are 16 trains available per day for this route. The distance is 206 km.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Skövde's attractions, including its museums, parks, and local dining experiences.
Yes, you can take the train from Västerås to Skövde.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Västerås and Skövde

Most Västerås to Skövde trains use the Västerås Centralstation to Skövde Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Västerås and Skövde 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 Skövde

Which Västerås station do trains to Skövde leave from?

Trains from Västerås to Skövde 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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