How to get to Borås from Linköping

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Compare coach and train for Linköping to Borås

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Linköping to Borås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a train costs an average of £50.

Distance: 175 km

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£22

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£33

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3h 18m

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2h 48m

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3h 45m

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2h 16m

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Compare ways to travel from Linköping to Borås

Compare the available ways to get from Linköping to Borås, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Linköping to Borås is a coach with an average price of £22.

This is compared to other travel options from Linköping to Borås:

A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Linköping to Borås costing on average £50.

The fastest way to travel from Linköping to Borås is by coach with an average journey time of 3h 18m.

Other travel options to Borås take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Linköping and Borås including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £12. The journey takes 2h 48m versus 2h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Linköping to Borås

How to get to Borås from Linköping by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Linköping to Borås is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Borås by train

The most popular day trips by train from Borås are Gothenburg, Varberg, Ulricehamn, Alingsås and Jönköping. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Borås on Omio.

A view of Gothenburg

Day trip from Borås to Gothenburg by train

Why visit Gothenburg for the day?

Gothenburg is Sweden’s second-largest city, known for its harbour, seafood and relaxed atmosphere. Canals, leafy boulevards and neighbourhoods such as Haga give it a maritime feel with a modern Scandinavian edge.

A view of Varberg

Day trip from Borås to Varberg by train

Why visit Varberg for the day?

Varberg is a coastal town on Sweden’s west coast, known for Varberg Fortress, sandy beaches and a lively surfing scene. Its compact centre and old spa tradition give it a relaxed feel, with the sea shaping daily life.

A view of Alingsås

Day trip from Borås to Alingsås by train

Why visit Alingsås for the day?

Alingsås is known for its café culture, wooden town centre and lakeside setting in western Sweden. With 18th-century streets and a relaxed pace, it feels historic, local and closely tied to the Swedish tradition of fika.

A view of Jönköping

Day trip from Borås to Jönköping by train

Why visit Jönköping for the day?

Jönköping sits at the southern end of Lake Vättern, with a relaxed city centre and a strong outdoor feel. It is best known for its match industry history and Elmia’s major trade fairs, which give the city both industrial roots and a modern business profile.

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FAQs: Linköping to Borås

Travel to Borås easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Linköping to Borås.

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There are 2 options to travel between Linköping and Borås including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Linköping to Borås is a coach with an average price of £22.

This is compared to other travel options from Linköping to Borås:

A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Linköping to Borås costing on average £50.

The fastest way to travel from Linköping to Borås is by coach with an average journey time of 3h 18m.

Other travel options to Borås take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 45m.

The Linköping to Borås distance is approximately 175 km.
The average frequency per day from Linköping to Borås is:
  • Around 13 coaches per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Linköping and Borås as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Linköping to Borås:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal and arrive in Borås, Resecentrum.
  • Trains mostly depart from Linköping Central Station and arrive in Borås Centralstation.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Linköping to Borås, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Express Sweden to go to Borås by coach.
  • Travel with SJ, Västtrafik, Snälltåget, VR to go to Borås by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Linköping to Borås:
  • 13 direct coaches per day with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Express Sweden.
Omio customers who travel from Linköping to Borås often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Gothenburg, Copenhagen, Malmö, Stockholm Central Station. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Borås and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Linköping to Borås, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Borås, allowing time to visit its museums, parks, and enjoy the vibrant street art.

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