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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Västerås to Gothenburg
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€28
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 41 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Västerås to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Västerås to Gothenburg will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 4 trains that leave Västerås for Gothenburg on Sun, Mar 01, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 01 the direct trains cover the 340 km distance in an average of 4 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 11 m .
On Sun, Mar 01 the slowest trains will take 5 h 13 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Västerås to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Västerås to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. 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 train costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €67.
Distance: 340 km
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€30 Average price Cheapest | €265 Average price | €39 Average price |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Västerås to Gothenburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Västerås to Gothenburg trains for today, Saturday, February 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 169 SJ | 10:12 AM Västerås Central Station | 4h11 | 2:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
 21 VL+168 SJ · 435 X 2000+ 18 Västtrafik | 10:13 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5h54 | 4:07 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 transfers | |
| 21 VL+168 SJ · 435 X 2000+60 Västtrafik | 10:13 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5h46 | 3:59 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 3 transfers | |
| 21 VL+168 SJ · 435 X 2000 | 10:13 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5h29 | 3:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
 12127 Mälartåg+433 X 2000 | 10:34 AM Västerås Central Station | 4h08 | 2:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 168 SJ · 435 X 2000 | 10:48 AM Västerås Central Station | 4h54 | 3:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 21 VL+173 SJ+60 Västtrafik | 11:43 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 4h56 | 4:39 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 2 transfers | |
| 21 VL+173 SJ+60 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik | 11:43 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5h01 | 4:44 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 transfers | |
| 21 VL+173 SJ | 11:43 AM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 4h40 | 4:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 173 SJ | 12:12 PM Västerås Central Station | 4h11 | 4:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12135 Mälartåg+437 X 2000 | 12:34 PM Västerås Central Station | 4h08 | 4:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 21 VL+175 SJ | 12:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 4h40 | 5:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 21 VL+175 SJ+18 Västtrafik | 12:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5h08 | 5:51 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 175 SJ | 1:12 PM Västerås Central Station | 4h11 | 5:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 21 VL+177 SJ+18 Västtrafik | 1:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5h06 | 6:49 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 21 VL+177 SJ | 1:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 4h40 | 6:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 177 SJ | 2:11 PM Västerås Central Station | 4h12 | 6:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12143 Mälartåg+441 X 2000 | 2:34 PM Västerås Central Station | 4h08 | 6:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 21 VL+179 SJ | 2:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 4h40 | 7:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 21 VL+179 SJ+18 Västtrafik | 2:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5h05 | 7:48 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 179 SJ | 3:12 PM Västerås Central Station | 4h11 | 7:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 21 VL+12151 Mälartåg+445 X 2000+60 Västtrafik | 3:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5h24 | 9:07 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4 transfers | |
| 21 VL+12151 Mälartåg+445 X 2000 | 3:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 4h59 | 8:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
| 21 VL+12151 Mälartåg+445 X 2000+18 Västtrafik | 3:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5h24 | 9:07 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 transfers | |
| 21 VL+12151 Mälartåg+445 X 2000+60 Västtrafik | 3:43 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 5h18 | 9:01 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 3 transfers | |
| 12151 Mälartåg+445 X 2000 | 4:34 PM Västerås Central Station | 4h08 | 8:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 183 SJ | 5:13 PM Västerås Central Station | 4h10 | 9:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
21 VL+188 SJ · 1 SJ+ 1010 Öresundstågen | 8:17 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 11h52 | 8:09 AM Gothenburg | 4 transfers | |
| 21 VL+188 SJ · 1 SJ+1010 Öresundstågen | 8:17 PM Västerås, Alvestavägen (Almvägen) | 11h48 | 8:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
| 188 SJ · 1 SJ+1010 Öresundstågen | 8:48 PM Västerås Central Station | 11h17 | 8:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
| 8:12 AM Västerås | 4h18 | 12:30 PM Gothenburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:12 AM Västerås | 5h03 | 2:15 PM Gothenburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Västerås to Gothenburg
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Trains from Västerås to Gothenburg run on average 34 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 340 km distance in 3h 43m.
Distance 340 km |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 00:23 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Västerås to Gothenburg trainsSJ, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Västerås and Gothenburg from €17. 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 Gothenburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Västerås to Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Västerås to Gothenburg
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
- Burger King
- Espresso House
- Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
- Franks gatukök
- Fruit & Berry
- Happy M Kitchen
- Le Croissant
- Lilla London
- Metropolitan
- Mr. Shou
- & many more
- All entrances to the station are accessible. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee. Personalized special assistance can be requested.
- Hotel Royal
- Hotel Pigalle
- ProfilHotels | Opera
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- Opposite the taxi station.
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 13
- Bus lines: 60327, 61327, Flygbussarna
- Train lines: 029, FLX, MTRX, SJ Regionaltåg, SJ SJ3000, SJ X2000, Tågab, Västtågen, Öresundståg
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