The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Västerås
Cheapest price on Oct 06
€52
Average ticket price on Oct 06
€63
Fastest journey on Oct 06
6 h 27 m
Average journey duration on Oct 06
8 h 29 m
Trains on Oct 06
3
Distance
498 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Västerås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Västerås will cost around €63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
On Tue, Oct 06, we found 3 trains from Copenhagen to Västerås, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 06 the direct trains cover the 498 km distance in an average of 8 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 27 m .
On Tue, Oct 06 the slowest trains will take 12 h 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4:59 PM12h12Copenhagen5:11 AMVästerås€521One-way0 transfers
12:39 AM6h47Copenhagen7:26 AMVästerås€661One-way0 transfers
3:59 PM6h27Copenhagen10:26 PMVästerås€701One-way0 transfers
3:59 PM6h27Copenhagen10:26 PMVästerås€701One-way0 transfers
12:39 AM6h47Copenhagen7:26 AMVästerås€661One-way0 transfers
4:59 PM12h12Copenhagen5:11 AMVästerås€521One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Västerås
Trains from Copenhagen to Västerås run on average 103 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 498 km distance in 5h 17m.
Distance 498 km |
Average train duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 103 |
Fastest train 5h 17m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Live departures
Copenhagen to Västerås train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Västerås trains for today, Monday, October 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1066 Öresundståg+ 186 SJ | 12:29 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 8h17 | 8:46 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1066 Öresundståg+ 186 SJ+ 5 VL | 12:29 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 9h06 | 9:35 PM Västerås | 2 transfers | |
1070 Öresundståg+ 540 SJ+ 2156 Mälartåg+ 5 VL | 12:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 6h53 | 7:52 PM Västerås | 3 transfers | |
1070 Öresundståg+ 540 SJ+ 2156 Mälartåg | 12:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 6h27 | 7:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 2 transfers | |
1072 Öresundståg+ 27624 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17614 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 2164 Mälartåg | 1:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 8h12 | 9:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 5 transfers | |
1072 Öresundståg+ 17614 Jönköpings länstrafik · 27624 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 8756 Östgötatrafiken | 1:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 8h51 | 10:05 PM Västerås | 6 transfers | |
1078 Öresundståg+ 542 SJ+ 2160 Mälartåg | 1:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 6h27 | 8:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 2 transfers | |
1078 Öresundståg+ 542 SJ+ 2160 Mälartåg+ 5 VL | 1:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h06 | 9:05 PM Västerås | 3 transfers | |
544 SJ+ 1086 Öresundståg+ 2164 Mälartåg | 2:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 6h27 | 9:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 2 transfers | |
1086 Öresundståg+ 306 Snälltåget+ 2168 Mälartåg+ 5 VL | 2:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 8h06 | 11:05 PM Västerås | 3 transfers | |
1086 Öresundståg+ 544 SJ+ 5 VL+ 2164 Mälartåg | 2:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h06 | 10:05 PM Västerås | 3 transfers | |
1086 Öresundståg+ 306 Snälltåget+ 2168 Mälartåg | 2:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h27 | 10:26 PM Västerås Central Station | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, October 6 | |||||
![]() | 12:39 AM Copenhagen | 6h47 | 7:26 AM Västerås | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Copenhagen to Västerås
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Västerås 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 Västerås, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Copenhagen to Västerås
Most Copenhagen to Västerås trains use the København Hovedb. to Västerås Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Västerås train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Copenhagen station do trains to Västerås leave from?
Getting to København Hovedb. from Copenhagen city centre
København Hovedb. train station facilities and services
København Hovedb. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
Getting to Nørreport St. from Copenhagen city centre
Nørreport St. train station facilities and services
Nørreport St. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nørreport St.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Nørreport St.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nørreport St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nørreport St.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nørreport St.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Skt. Petri, Ibsens Hotel, Hotel Kong Arthur.
Which Västerås station do trains from Copenhagen arrive at?
Getting to Västerås Centralstation from Västerås city centre
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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