The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockholm-Arlanda to Västerås
Cheapest price
€28
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockholm-Arlanda to Västerås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm-Arlanda to Västerås will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
It's difficult to get from Stockholm-Arlanda to Västerås without transferring at least once.
169 SJ+
40 Pendeltåg9:14 AM1h41Arlanda Central station10:55 AMVästerås Central Station€281One-way1 transfer
40 Pendeltåg+
18527 Mälartåg+
569 VL10:16 AM2h05Arlanda Central station12:21 PMVästerås Central Station€291One-way2 transfers
175 SJ+
40 Pendeltåg12:14 PM1h41Arlanda Central station1:55 PMVästerås Central Station€301One-way1 transfer
193 SJ+
985 Vy Flygbussarna9:30 PM1h40Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5)11:10 PMVästerås Central Station€301One-way1 transfer
179 SJ+
40 Pendeltåg2:14 PM1h41Arlanda Central station3:55 PMVästerås Central Station€331One-way1 transfer
26 SJ+
2167 Mälartåg8:05 PM1h25Arlanda Central station9:30 PMVästerås Central Station€421One-way1 transfer
167 SJ+
7917 Arlanda Express8:21 AM1h34Arlanda Norra station9:55 AMVästerås Central Station€501One-way1 transfer
7913 Arlanda Express+
165 SJ7:20 AM1h35Arlanda Norra station8:55 AMVästerås Central Station€461One-way1 transfer
7853 Arlanda Express+
185 SJ5:35 PM1h35Arlanda Norra station7:10 PMVästerås Central Station€501One-way1 transfer
161 SJ+
7905 Arlanda Express5:20 AM1h35Arlanda Norra station6:55 AMVästerås Central Station€461One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Stockholm-Arlanda to Västerås
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stockholm-Arlanda to Västerås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 78 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€34 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stockholm-Arlanda to Västerås train times
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm-Arlanda to Västerås trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7905 Arlanda Express+ 161 SJ | 5:20 AM Arlanda Norra station | 1h35 | 6:55 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
165 SJ+ 7913 Arlanda Express | 7:20 AM Arlanda Norra station | 1h35 | 8:55 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
167 SJ+ 7917 Arlanda Express | 8:21 AM Arlanda Norra station | 1h34 | 9:55 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
169 SJ+ 40 Pendeltåg | 9:14 AM Arlanda Central station | 1h41 | 10:55 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
171 SJ+ 40 Pendeltåg | 10:14 AM Arlanda Central station | 1h41 | 11:55 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
40 Pendeltåg+ 18527 Mälartåg+ 569 VL | 10:16 AM Arlanda Central station | 2h05 | 12:21 PM Västerås Central Station | 2 transfers | |
40 Pendeltåg+ 173 SJ | 11:14 AM Arlanda Central station | 1h43 | 12:57 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
40 Pendeltåg+ 175 SJ | 12:14 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h41 | 1:55 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
8535 Mälartåg · 2139 Mälartåg+ 40 Pendeltåg | 12:16 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h45 | 2:01 PM Västerås Central Station | 2 transfers | |
40 Pendeltåg+ 177 SJ | 1:14 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h41 | 2:55 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
18539 Mälartåg · 2143 Mälartåg+ 40 Pendeltåg | 1:16 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h45 | 3:01 PM Västerås Central Station | 2 transfers | |
40 Pendeltåg+ 179 SJ | 2:14 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h41 | 3:55 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
8543 Mälartåg · 2147 Mälartåg+ 40 Pendeltåg | 2:16 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h45 | 4:01 PM Västerås Central Station | 2 transfers | |
129 SJ+ 7943 Arlanda Express | 2:50 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1h50 | 4:40 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
40 Pendeltåg+ 181 SJ | 3:14 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h41 | 4:55 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
40 Pendeltåg+ 8547 Mälartåg · 2151 Mälartåg | 3:16 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h45 | 5:01 PM Västerås Central Station | 2 transfers | |
31 SJ · 131 SJ | 3:53 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h45 | 5:38 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
22 SJ+ 569 VL | 4:05 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h51 | 5:56 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
183 SJ+ 7849 Arlanda Express | 4:35 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1h37 | 6:12 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
133 SJ+ 7951 Arlanda Express | 4:50 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1h51 | 6:41 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
185 SJ+ 7853 Arlanda Express | 5:35 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1h35 | 7:10 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
48 SJ+ 569 VL | 6:05 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h56 | 8:01 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
26 SJ+ 2167 Mälartåg | 8:05 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h25 | 9:30 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
977 Mälartåg+ 191 SJ | 8:28 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h42 | 10:10 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
193 SJ+ 985 Vy Flygbussarna | 9:30 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1h40 | 11:10 PM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
195 SJ+ 7873 Arlanda Express | 10:34 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1h37 | 12:11 AM Västerås Central Station | 1 transfer | |
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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 Malartag, vy, SL or Arlanda Express to find the best option for your trip from Stockholm-Arlanda to Västerås.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stockholm-Arlanda to Västerås
Trains from Stockholm-Arlanda to Västerås run on average 37 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 37 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SJ, Malartag, vy, SL, Arlanda Express from Stockholm-Arlanda to Västerås trainsSJ, Malartag, vy, SL, Arlanda Express trains will get you between Stockholm-Arlanda and Västerås from €9. 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 Stockholm-Arlanda to Västerås
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm-Arlanda 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 Stockholm-Arlanda to Västerås
- 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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