The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockholm to Borås
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
347 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockholm to Borås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm to Borås will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $25.
Of the 24 trains that leave Stockholm for Borås every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 347 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 36 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.
12013 VR Snabbtåg
12053 VR Snabbtåg
421 X 2000+
3819 Västtrafik · 159 Västtrafik
421 X 2000+
3819 Västtrafik
451 X 2000+
100 Västtrafik
435 X 2000
12013 VR Snabbtåg
12053 VR Snabbtåg
429 X 2000+
3827 Västtrafik
435 X 2000+
3 VästtrafikTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Stockholm to Borås
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Borås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. 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 coach costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $90.
Distance: 347 km
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$47 Average Price | $38 Average Price Cheapest | $198 Average Price |
4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Stockholm to Borås train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
421 X 2000+ 3819 Västtrafik · 159 Västtrafik | 4:52 am Stockholm Central Station | 3h48 | 8:40 am Borås | 2 changes | |
421 X 2000+ 3819 Västtrafik | 4:52 am Stockholm Central Station | 3h38 | 8:30 am Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
12013 VR Snabbtåg | 6:10 am Stockholm Central Station | 3h22 | 9:32 am Borås Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
425 X 2000 · 163 SJ+ 3825 Västtrafik | 7:05 am Stockholm Central Station | 4h15 | 11:20 am Borås Centralstation | 2 changes | |
425 X 2000 · 163 SJ+ 3825 Västtrafik · 5 Västtrafik | 7:05 am Stockholm Central Station | 4h27 | 11:32 am Borås | 3 changes | |
429 X 2000+ 3827 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik | 9:00 am Stockholm Central Station | 3h47 | 12:47 pm Borås | 2 changes | |
429 X 2000+ 3827 Västtrafik | 9:00 am Stockholm Central Station | 3h32 | 12:32 pm Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
431 X 2000+ 100 Västtrafik · 8 Västtrafik | 10:05 am Stockholm Central Station | 5h03 | 3:08 pm Borås | 2 changes | |
433 X 2000+ 3459 Västtrafik · 3833 Västtrafik | 11:00 am Stockholm Central Station | 3h59 | 2:59 pm Borås Centralstation | 2 changes | |
433 X 2000+ 3459 Västtrafik · 3833 Västtrafik · 159 Västtrafik | 11:00 am Stockholm Central Station | 4h11 | 3:11 pm Borås | 3 changes | |
435 X 2000+ 3 Västtrafik | 11:59 am Stockholm Central Station | 3h36 | 3:35 pm Borås | 1 change | |
435 X 2000 | 11:59 am Stockholm Central Station | 3h21 | 3:20 pm Borås Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
437 X 2000+ 3837 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik | 1:00 pm Stockholm Central Station | 3h54 | 4:54 pm Borås | 2 changes | |
437 X 2000+ 3837 Västtrafik | 1:00 pm Stockholm Central Station | 3h40 | 4:40 pm Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
439 X 2000 · 177 SJ+ 550 Västtrafik · 5 Västtrafik | 1:57 pm Stockholm Central Station | 5h00 | 6:57 pm Borås | 3 changes | |
439 X 2000 · 177 SJ+ 550 Västtrafik | 1:57 pm Stockholm Central Station | 4h53 | 6:50 pm Borås Centralstation | 2 changes | |
439 X 2000+ 3471 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik · 5 Västtrafik | 1:57 pm Stockholm Central Station | 5h00 | 6:57 pm Borås | 3 changes | |
12053 VR Snabbtåg | 4:50 pm Stockholm Central Station | 3h22 | 8:12 pm Borås Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
447 X 2000+ 100 Västtrafik | 6:00 pm Stockholm Central Station | 4h57 | 10:57 pm Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
447 X 2000+ 100 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik | 6:00 pm Stockholm Central Station | 5h06 | 11:06 pm Borås | 2 changes | |
449 X 2000+ 100 Västtrafik · 159 Västtrafik | 7:05 pm Stockholm Central Station | 8h40 | 3:45 am Borås | 2 changes | |
449 X 2000+ 100 Västtrafik | 7:05 pm Stockholm Central Station | 4h52 | 11:57 pm Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
451 X 2000+ 100 Västtrafik | 8:05 pm Stockholm Central Station | 8h17 | 4:22 am Borås Centralstation | 1 change | |
451 X 2000+ 100 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik | 8:05 pm Stockholm Central Station | 8h26 | 4:31 am Borås | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stockholm to Borås
Distance 347 km |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: SJ, VR, Malartag, FlixTrain, Västtrafik, Tågab, Snälltåget, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Stockholm to Borås trainsSJ, VR, Malartag, FlixTrain, Västtrafik, Tågab, Snälltåget, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Stockholm and Borås from $21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stockholm to Borås train

Passengers board the train most frequently from Stockholm Central Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Borås Centralstation, located away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Stockholm and Borås
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- Luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
- Burger King
- Caffe Ritazza
- Blueberry Tunnelgången
- Espresso House
- Holy Monkey
- Icha Icha
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Sushi Yama
- O'Learys
- & many more
- Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
- Freys Hotel
- Nordic Light Hotel
- Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
- Metro lines: 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19
- Bus lines: 53, 54, 516, 812C, 813C, Flygbussarna
- Tram lines: 7
- Train lines: Dala Line, Northern Main Line, East Coast Line, SJ X2000, 40, 41, 42X, 43, 43X, 44, Arlanda Express, FLX
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Swedenborgsgatan.
- Pelikan
- Kvarnen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Hotel Rival
- Clarion Hotel Stockholm
- Hilton Stockholm Slussen
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and commuter destinations
- Metro: Line 13, Line 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Stationsgatan.
- Restaurant Viskan
- Café Bakgården
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 10
- Quality Hotel Grand
- Scandic Plaza Borås
- Comfort Hotel Jazz
- Located in the main hall
- SIXT
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Gothenburg and regional destinations
- Bus: Vy Buss
- Train: SJ Regional trains
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