The cheapest and fastest trains from Västerås to Gävle
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€13
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€13
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 34 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 34 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Västerås to Gävle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Västerås to Gävle will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 trains from Västerås to Gävle, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.
2:48 PM2h34Västerås5:22 PMGävle€131One-way0 transfers
9:48 AM2h34Västerås12:22 PMGävle€131One-way0 transfers
9:48 AM2h34Västerås12:22 PMGävle€131One-way0 transfers
2:48 PM2h34Västerås5:22 PMGävle€131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Västerås to Gävle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Västerås to Gävle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 122 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€17 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Västerås to Gävle:
A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Västerås to Gävle costing on average €17.
Other travel options to Gävle take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 38m.
Live departures
Västerås to Gävle train times
The table below shows live departures for Västerås to Gävle trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:48 AM Västerås | 2h34 | 12:22 PM Gävle | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:48 PM Västerås | 2h34 | 5:22 PM Gävle | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 or TagiBergslagen to find the best option for your trip from Västerås to Gävle.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Västerås to Gävle
Trains from Västerås to Gävle run on average 144 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 122 km distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 122 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 144 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
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Train companies: SJ, Malartag, TagiBergslagen from Västerås to Gävle trainsSJ, Malartag, TagiBergslagen trains will get you between Västerås and Gävle from €4. 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 Västerås to Gävle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Västerås to Gävle 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 Gävle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Västerås to Gävle
Most Västerås to Gävle trains use the Västerås Centralstation to Gävle Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Gävle, Rådhuset. Use this guide to compare Västerås and Gävle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Västerås station do trains to Gävle leave from?
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.
Getting to Västerås, Gesällgatan from Västerås city centre
Västerås, Gesällgatan train station facilities and services
Västerås, Gesällgatan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast food available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are available at the station entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Västerås, Gesällgatan.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Västerås, Gesällgatan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Västerås, Gesällgatan: Wheelchair accessible with assistance available.
Getting to Västerås, Centrum Stora Gatan from Västerås city centre
Västerås, Centrum Stora Gatan train station facilities and services
Västerås, Centrum Stora Gatan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Västerås, Centrum Stora Gatan.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Västerås, Centrum Stora Gatan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Västerås, Centrum Stora Gatan: Wheelchair-accessible entrances and facilities.
Which Gävle station do trains from Västerås arrive at?
Getting to Gävle Centralstation from Gävle city centre
Gävle Centralstation train station facilities and services
Gävle 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: Restaurang Matildas, Brända Bocken
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gävle Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gävle Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gävle Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gävle Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gävle Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clarion Hotel Winn, Elite Grand Hotel Gävle, Scandic CH.
Getting to Gävle, Rådhuset from Gävle city centre
Gävle, Rådhuset train station facilities and services
Gävle, Rådhuset has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several cafes and restaurants inside the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTM machines available near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gävle, Rådhuset.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gävle, Rådhuset: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gävle, Rådhuset: Station equipped with elevators and ramps for accessibility.
Getting to Gävle, Vasaskolan from Gävle city centre
Gävle, Vasaskolan train station facilities and services
Gävle, Vasaskolan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
WiFi is available in waiting areas. ATMs are available at Gävle, Vasaskolan.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gävle, Vasaskolan.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gävle, Vasaskolan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gävle, Vasaskolan: Station is accessible for wheelchair users.
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