How to get to Luleå from Västerås

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Compare train, flight and coach for Västerås to Luleå

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Västerås to Luleå among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, while a flight costs an average of £292.

Distance: 722 km

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14h 18m

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13h 48m

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Compare ways to travel from Västerås to Luleå

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

The cheapest way to travel from Västerås to Luleå is a train with an average price of £19.

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

A train is £274 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Västerås to Luleå costing on average £292.

The fastest way to travel from Västerås to Luleå is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 22m.

Other travel options to Luleå take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Västerås and Luleå including taking a train, flight and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £24 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £5. The journey takes 13h 48m versus 10h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Västerås to Luleå

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

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

  • SJ130 SJ · 94 SJ+UL804 UL
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  • SJ130 SJ · 94 SJ+UL804 UL
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Fastest

  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD84045
    0 changes

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  • SJ94 SJ+Malartag8548 Mälartåg
    1 change
  • SJ94 SJ+Malartag8548 Mälartåg+Lanstrafiken31 Länstrafiken Norrbotten
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  • SJ94 SJ+Lanstrafiken31 Länstrafiken Norrbotten+Malartag8548 Mälartåg+Lanstrafiken31 Länstrafiken Norrbotten
    3 changes
  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD84043
    0 changes
  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD84031
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  • Sas AirwaysSK6
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Best day trips from Luleå by train

The most popular day trips by train from Luleå are Boden, Piteå and Kalix. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Luleå on Omio.

A view of Boden

Day trip from Luleå to Boden by train

Why visit Boden for the day?

Boden is a small town in Swedish Lapland best known for the historic Boden Fortress and its military past. It feels practical and close to nature, with forests, rivers and long snowy winters shaping daily life.

A view of Piteå

Day trip from Luleå to Piteå by train

Why visit Piteå for the day?

Piteå is a coastal town in Swedish Lapland known for its archipelago, beaches and preserved wooden centre. It feels relaxed and close to nature, with sea, forest and long winters shaping daily life.

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FAQs: Västerås to Luleå

Travel to Luleå 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 Luleå.

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There are 3 options to travel between Västerås and Luleå including taking a train, flight and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Västerås to Luleå is a train with an average price of £19.

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

A train is £274 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Västerås to Luleå costing on average £292.

The fastest way to travel from Västerås to Luleå is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 22m.

Other travel options to Luleå take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 18m.

The Västerås to Luleå distance is approximately 722 km.
The average frequency per day from Västerås to Luleå is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 9 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Västerås to Luleå:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stockholm Arlanda Airport and arrive in Lulea Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Västerås Central Station and arrive in Luleå, Centralstation.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Västerås to Luleå, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SJ, Tågkompaniet Norrtåg to go to Luleå by train.
  • Travel with Sas Airways, Norwegian Air Shuttle to go to Luleå by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Västerås to Luleå:
  • 9 direct flights per day with Sas Airways, Norwegian Air Shuttle.
Omio customers who travel from Västerås to Luleå often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Kiruna, Umeå, Gothenburg, Narvik. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Luleå and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Västerås to Luleå, you can choose from several travel options including train, flight and coach.
To fully experience Luleå, 2 to 3 days are sufficient, allowing time to explore the UNESCO-listed Gammelstad Church Town, enjoy the natural beauty of the archipelago, and experience local culture and cuisine.

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