The cheapest and fastest trains from Oslo to Västerås
Cheapest price
€40
Average price
€79
Fastest journey
4 h 52 m
Average duration
5 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
327 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oslo to Västerås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oslo to Västerås will cost around €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
Of the 5 trains that leave Oslo for Västerås on Sat, Nov 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct trains cover the 327 km distance in an average of 5 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 52 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest trains will take 7 h 23 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.
8940 Vy Tåg AB
385 Vy+
434 X 2000
648 SJ 3000
638 SJ 3000
391 Vy+
446 X 2000
638 SJ 3000
648 SJ 3000
8940 Vy Tåg AB
391 Vy+
446 X 2000
385 Vy+
434 X 2000Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Oslo to Västerås
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Oslo to Västerås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €53.
Distance: 327 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€64 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest | €90 Average price |
6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Oslo to Västerås train times
The table below shows live departures for Oslo to Västerås trains for tomorrow, Saturday, November 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
385 Vy+ 434 X 2000 | 7:14 AM Oslo Central Station | 7h23 | 2:37 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
8940 Vy Tåg AB | 9:52 AM Oslo Central Station | 5h25 | 3:17 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
638 SJ 3000 | 10:46 AM Oslo Central Station | 4h52 | 3:38 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
391 Vy+ 446 X 2000 | 1:14 PM Oslo Central Station | 7h01 | 8:15 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
648 SJ 3000 | 3:52 PM Oslo Central Station | 5h14 | 9:06 PM Västerås Central Station | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oslo to Västerås
Trains from Oslo to Västerås run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:06, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 327 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 327 km |
Average train duration 5h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 25m |
First train 04:06 |
Last train 23:10 |
Train companies: SJ, vy, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Oslo to Västerås trainsSJ, vy, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Oslo and Västerås from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Oslo to Västerås
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oslo 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.

When departing from Oslo, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Oslo Central Station, Oslo Airport Station and Oslo Bussterminal. When arriving in Västerås, you can end your trip in train stations like Västerås Central Station, Västerås, Skälby and Västerås.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Oslo Central Station, which is located around 2.2 miles (3.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Västerås Central Station, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oslo to Västerås
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Jernbanetorget.
- Egon Byporten
- Bella Bambina Ristorante
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- NOK 10
- Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
- Thon Hotel Opera
- Scandic Byporten
- Cost NOK 50
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Hertz
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for local and regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 9-19 for long-distance and international trains
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
- Tram: Lines 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available 24/7 with access from Södra Ringvägen
- Frank Bistro
- Restaurang Varda
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- 5 SEK
- Elite Stadshotellet Västerås
- Best Western Hotel Esplanade
- Clarion Collection Hotel Etage
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Stockholm and other destinations
- Hall 2: waiting area and lockers
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Mälarbanan railway
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