Going from Stockholm to Västerås by train

About to set off from Stockholm to Västerås by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost between Stockholm and Västerås: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from CA$19.30, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Departure frequency and timetable from Stockholm to Västerås

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Stockholm to Västerås:

  • 05:55 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:25 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 06:14 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:25 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 13 minutes from Stockholm toward Västerås.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 45 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time from Stockholm to Västerås

The quickest time by train is 55 minutes, travelling a total distance of 91 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Stockholm and Västerås

Tickets for travel between Stockholm and Västerås can be booked 4 and a half months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Further insights on trains from Stockholm to Västerås

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Västerås city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the journey from Stockholm to Västerås by train?

The total distance between Stockholm and Västerås by train is 91 kilometres.

How much does a train ticket from Stockholm to Västerås cost?

The cheapest ticket on this route is CA$19.30. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically . If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Stockholm to Västerås?

Tickets for this journey become available 4 and a half months before the travel date.

How long does the train take from Stockholm to Västerås?

The fastest journey by train is 55 minutes.