Borås to Stockholm train with SJ

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Borås to Stockholm

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 11

Cheapest price on Oct 11

€44

Average ticket price on Oct 11

€84

Fastest journey on Oct 11

4 h 1 m

Average journey duration on Oct 11

4 h 26 m

Trains on Oct 11

15

Distance

347 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Borås to Stockholm will cost around €84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Borås to Stockholm without transferring at least once.

  • SJ426 SJ+Västtrafik8 Västtrafik · 13828 Västtrafik
    7:48 AM4h33
    Borås
    12:21 PMStockholm Central Station
    €441One-way
    2 transfers
  • SJ426 SJ+Västtrafik6 Västtrafik · 13828 Västtrafik
    7:57 AM4h24
    Borås
    12:21 PMStockholm Central Station
    €441One-way
    2 transfers
  • SJ426 SJ+Västtrafik13828 Västtrafik
    8:20 AM4h01
    Borås Centralstation
    12:21 PMStockholm Central Station
    €551One-way
    1 transfer
  • SJ424 SJ+Västtrafik100 Västtrafik · 8 Västtrafik
    2:48 AM8h33
    Borås
    11:21 AMStockholm Central Station
    €561One-way
    2 transfers
  • SJ424 SJ+Västtrafik100 Västtrafik
    5:30 AM5h51
    Borås Centralstation
    11:21 AMStockholm Central Station
    €561One-way
    1 transfer

Journey information

Overview: Train from Borås to Stockholm

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Trains from Borås to Stockholm run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 347 km distance in 2h 39m.

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
347 km
Average train duration
3h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
€4
Trains per day
16
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
2h 39m
First train
12:03 AM
Last train
11:56 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sun
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

Live departures

Borås to Stockholm train times

The table below shows live departures for Borås to Stockholm trains for today, Saturday, October 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Västtrafik159 Västtrafik · 100 Västtrafik+SJ424 SJ3:40 AM Borås
7h25
11:05 AM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik159 Västtrafik · 100 Västtrafik+SJ168 SJ3:40 AM Borås
9h04
12:44 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik100 Västtrafik+SJ424 SJ5:30 AM Borås Centralstation
5h35
11:05 AM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Västtrafik8 Västtrafik · 13828 Västtrafik+SJ170 SJ7:48 AM Borås
5h56
1:44 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik8 Västtrafik · 13828 Västtrafik+SJ426 SJ7:48 AM Borås
4h23
12:11 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik6 Västtrafik · 13828 Västtrafik+SJ426 SJ7:57 AM Borås
4h14
12:11 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik6 Västtrafik · 13828 Västtrafik+SJ170 SJ7:57 AM Borås
5h47
1:44 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik13828 Västtrafik+SJ170 SJ8:20 AM Borås Centralstation
5h24
1:44 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Västtrafik13828 Västtrafik+SJ426 SJ8:20 AM Borås Centralstation
3h51
12:11 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Västtrafik8 Västtrafik · 100 Västtrafik+SJ430 SJ8:48 AM Borås
5h17
2:05 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik8 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik+SJ172 SJ8:48 AM Borås
5h56
2:44 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik100 Västtrafik+SJ430 SJ9:00 AM Borås Centralstation
5h05
2:05 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Västtrafik550 Västtrafik+SJ172 SJ · 430 SJ9:02 AM Borås Centralstation
5h03
2:05 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik550 Västtrafik+SJ172 SJ9:02 AM Borås Centralstation
5h42
2:44 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Västtrafik8 Västtrafik · 100 Västtrafik+SJ432 SJ9:18 AM Borås
5h49
3:07 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik100 Västtrafik+SJ432 SJ9:50 AM Borås Centralstation
5h17
3:07 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Västtrafik8 Västtrafik · 13832 Västtrafik+SJ174 SJ10:20 AM Borås
5h24
3:44 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik8 Västtrafik · 13832 Västtrafik+SJ174 SJ · 432 SJ10:20 AM Borås
4h47
3:07 PM Stockholm Central Station3 transfers
Västtrafik13832 Västtrafik+SJ174 SJ · 432 SJ10:33 AM Borås Centralstation
4h34
3:07 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik13832 Västtrafik+SJ174 SJ10:33 AM Borås Centralstation
5h11
3:44 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Västtrafik3 Västtrafik · 13836 Västtrafik+SJ178 SJ12:07 PM Borås
5h37
5:44 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik3 Västtrafik · 13836 Västtrafik+SJ434 SJ12:07 PM Borås
4h03
4:10 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik13836 Västtrafik+SJ434 SJ12:20 PM Borås Centralstation
3h50
4:10 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Västtrafik13836 Västtrafik+SJ178 SJ12:20 PM Borås Centralstation
5h24
5:44 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Västtrafik3 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik · 7237 Västtrafik1:07 PM Borås
5h49
6:56 PM Stockholm Central Station4 transfers
Västtrafik200 Västtrafik · 250 Västtrafik · 7237 Västtrafik+SJ540 SJ1:12 PM Borås Centralstation
5h44
6:56 PM Stockholm Central Station3 transfers
Västtrafik3 Västtrafik+SJ332 SJ · 440 SJ1:37 PM Borås
5h45
7:22 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
SJ332 SJ · 440 SJ1:59 PM Borås Centralstation
5h23
7:22 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Västtrafik3 Västtrafik · 13840 Västtrafik+SJ182 SJ · 440 SJ2:07 PM Borås
5h15
7:22 PM Stockholm Central Station3 transfers
Västtrafik3 Västtrafik · 13840 Västtrafik+SJ182 SJ2:07 PM Borås
5h37
7:44 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik13840 Västtrafik+SJ182 SJ · 440 SJ2:22 PM Borås Centralstation
5h00
7:22 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik13840 Västtrafik+SJ182 SJ2:22 PM Borås Centralstation
5h22
7:44 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Västtrafik8 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik+SJ184 SJ2:51 PM Borås
5h53
8:44 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik8 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik+SJ184 SJ · 672 SJ2:51 PM Borås
5h48
8:39 PM Stockholm Central Station3 transfers
Västtrafik550 Västtrafik+SJ184 SJ · 672 SJ3:02 PM Borås Centralstation
5h37
8:39 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik550 Västtrafik+SJ184 SJ3:02 PM Borås Centralstation
5h42
8:44 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Västtrafik8 Västtrafik · 13844 Västtrafik+SJ442 SJ3:51 PM Borås
4h14
8:05 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik6 Västtrafik · 13844 Västtrafik+SJ442 SJ3:57 PM Borås
4h08
8:05 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik13844 Västtrafik+SJ442 SJ4:15 PM Borås Centralstation
3h50
8:05 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Västtrafik3 Västtrafik · 100 Västtrafik+SJ446 SJ4:37 PM Borås
5h29
10:06 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik100 Västtrafik+SJ446 SJ4:50 PM Borås Centralstation
5h16
10:06 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Västtrafik3 Västtrafik · 13846 Västtrafik+SJ188 SJ5:07 PM Borås
5h37
10:44 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik3 Västtrafik · 13846 Västtrafik+SJ188 SJ · 446 SJ5:07 PM Borås
4h59
10:06 PM Stockholm Central Station3 transfers
Västtrafik13846 Västtrafik+SJ188 SJ · 446 SJ5:25 PM Borås Centralstation
4h41
10:06 PM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers
Västtrafik13846 Västtrafik+SJ188 SJ5:25 PM Borås Centralstation
5h19
10:44 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Västtrafik3 Västtrafik · 100 Västtrafik+SJ3976 SJ+Värmlandstrafik500 Värmlandstrafik5:37 PM Borås
16h07
9:44 AM Stockholm Central Station5 transfers
Västtrafik100 Västtrafik+SJ3976 SJ+Värmlandstrafik500 Värmlandstrafik+SJ162 SJ5:50 PM Borås Centralstation
15h54
9:44 AM Stockholm Central Station4 transfers
Sunday, October 11
Västtrafik8 Västtrafik · 100 Västtrafik+SJ424 SJ2:48 AM Borås
8h33
11:21 AM Stockholm Central Station2 transfers

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Why should you book Borås to Stockholm trains with Omio?

SJ as well as VR, Malartag, Tågab and more offer trains services from Borås to Stockholm.
Omio is the only official third party seller for SJ tickets.

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SJ, but also compare tickets for the likes of VR, Malartag or Tågab to find the best option for your trip from Borås to Stockholm.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SJ with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Borås to Stockholm.

Train companies: SJ, VR, Malartag, Tågab from Borås to Stockholm trainsSJ, VR, Malartag, Tågab trains will get you between Borås and Stockholm from €4. 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 SJ Duration
2h 39m
Cheapest SJ Price
€4
SJ frequency
12 a day
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

VR

About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average VR Duration
3h 11m
Cheapest VR Price
€4
VR frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs 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 Malartag Duration
3h 44m
Cheapest Malartag Price
€4
Malartag frequency
1 a day
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

Tågab

About
Tågåkeriet i Bergslagen (TÅGAB) is a Swedish railway company established in 1994 and headquartered in Kristinehamn. It operates both freight and passenger trains in Sweden and Norway. TÅGAB's passenger services include routes like Gothenburg-Karlstad-Kristinehamn-Falun/Mora and Karlstad-Stockholm, often utilizing Rc3 locomotives with passenger coaches or X10 railcars. For some regional passenger transport, TÅGAB collaborates with Tåg i Bergslagen, using Bombardier Regina and SJ X12 railcars. The company also handles freight traffic, particularly for industrial plants along its routes, and was one of the first private companies for rail freight transport in Sweden.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Tågab Duration
3h 41m
Cheapest Tågab Price
€46
Tågab frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café service available on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible trains and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Borås to Stockholm

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

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Borås to Stockholm can start from as little as €4 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Borås to Stockholm is €47; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Borås to Stockholm is 2h 39m to travel the 347 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Borås to Stockholm leaves at 12:03 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Borås to Stockholm leaves at 11:56 PM.
Yes,there are 5 direct trains a day from Borås to Stockholm with SJ, VR. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Borås to Stockholm, you can count on SJ, VR, Malartag, Tågab for the best way to get you to Stockholm. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Borås and Stockholm and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Stockholm from Borås is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 39m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Borås and Stockholm including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Borås to Stockholm

Most Borås to Stockholm trains use the Borås Centralstation to Stockholm Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Stockholm Södra. Use this guide to compare Borås and Stockholm train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Borås
Arrival train stations in Stockholm

Which Borås station do trains to Stockholm leave from?

Trains from Borås to Stockholm leave from Borås Centralstation. The station is 1 km from Borås city centre at Stationsgatan 16, 503 38 Borås, Sweden.
Borås CentralstationStationsgatan 16, 503 38 Borås, SwedenWifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Borås Centralstation from Borås city centre

Bus3, 5, 8 · 3m · €1 · every ~17 min

Borås Centralstation train station facilities and services

Borås Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, 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: Restaurant Viskan, Café Bakgården

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Borås Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Borås Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Borås Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Borås Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Borås Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Quality Hotel Grand, Scandic Plaza Borås, Comfort Hotel Jazz.

Fristad station513 33 Fristad, SwedenDining
City-centre transport

Getting to Fristad station from Borås city centre

Fristad station is 12 km from Borås city centre. Public transport options include:

Train13884, 13880, 3836, 13862, 13866, 3830, 13864, 13860, 13878, 13868, 3848, 3840, 3842, 3822, 3846, 3852, 3824, 3826, 3828, 3838, 3844, 3834, 3832, 13876, 13872, 13844, 13846, 13836, 13828, 13840, 13882, 13852, 13832, 13888 · 12m · €2 · every ~1 min
Bus150 · 30m · €2 · every ~4 min

Fristad station train station facilities and services

Fristad station has practical services for this route, including Dining.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Fristad station.

Knalleland station506 35 Borås, SwedenParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Knalleland station from Borås city centre

Knalleland station is 1 km from Borås city centre. Public transport options include:

Train3822, 3828, 3852, 3824, 13828, 13836, 13852, 3826, 13832, 13846, 3832, 3838, 3844, 13840, 3834, 3840, 3842, 3846, 13844, 3848, 13868, 13878, 13882, 13860, 13888, 13864, 13884, 13872, 13880, 3830, 13866, 13862, 13876, 3836 · 2m · €1 · every ~1 min

Knalleland station train station facilities and services

Knalleland station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Knalleland station.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Knalleland station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Knalleland station: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Knalleland station: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Knalleland station.

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