How to get to Eskilstuna from Västerås

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Compare train and coach for Västerås to Eskilstuna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Västerås to Eskilstuna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, while a coach costs an average of £9.

Distance: 28 km

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Compare ways to travel from Västerås to Eskilstuna

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

The cheapest way to travel from Västerås to Eskilstuna is a train with an average price of £8.

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

A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Västerås to Eskilstuna costing on average £9.

The fastest way to travel from Västerås to Eskilstuna is by train with an average journey time of 1h 6m.

Other travel options to Eskilstuna take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Västerås and Eskilstuna including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 3m faster (36m by train vs 39m by car) and roughly £1 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£8 vs £8). 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.

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How to get to Eskilstuna from Västerås by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Västerås to Eskilstuna is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Eskilstuna by train

The most popular day trips by train from Eskilstuna are Stockholm, Västerås, Örebro, Strangnas and Katrineholm. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Eskilstuna on Omio.

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Day trip from Eskilstuna to Stockholm by train

Why visit Stockholm for the day?

Stockholm is Sweden’s island capital, known for elegant waterfronts, royal history and modern Scandinavian design. Gamla stan, major museums and nearby green spaces give it a calm yet lively feel.

A view of Örebro

Day trip from Eskilstuna to Örebro by train

Why visit Örebro for the day?

Örebro is a central Swedish city known for its moated castle and relaxed riverside setting. A university presence, leafy parks and the historic Wadköping district give it an easy-going but lively character.

A view of Katrineholm

Day trip from Eskilstuna to Katrineholm by train

Why visit Katrineholm for the day?

Katrineholm is a small town in Södermanland best known as a Swedish railway junction. It has a calm, practical feel, with nearby lakes, woodland and estates such as Julita gård adding local character.

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FAQs: Västerås to Eskilstuna

Travel to Eskilstuna 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 Västerås to Eskilstuna.

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There are 2 options to travel between Västerås and Eskilstuna including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Västerås to Eskilstuna is a train with an average price of £8.

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

A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Västerås to Eskilstuna costing on average £9.

The fastest way to travel from Västerås to Eskilstuna is by train with an average journey time of 1h 6m.

Other travel options to Eskilstuna take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 3m.

The Västerås to Eskilstuna distance is approximately 28 km.
The average frequency per day from Västerås to Eskilstuna is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Västerås to Eskilstuna:
  • Trains mostly depart from Västerås Central Station and arrive in Eskilstuna Centralstation.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Västerås to Eskilstuna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Malartag, SJ, vy to go to Eskilstuna by train.
  • Travel with VL to go to Eskilstuna by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Västerås to Eskilstuna:
  • 13 direct trains per day with Malartag.
Omio customers who travel from Västerås to Eskilstuna often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Gothenburg, Stockholm-Arlanda, Stockholm Arlanda Airport, Örebro. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Eskilstuna and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Västerås to Eskilstuna, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Eskilstuna, as this allows you to visit popular attractions such as Parken Zoo, Eskilstuna Art Museum, and Rademachersmedjorna, while also enjoying the local dining and shopping experiences.

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