Budapest to Västerås by bus
Västerås lies 1,357 km (843 mi) north of Budapest, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 24 h 36 min including stops, over roughly 1,656 km (1,029 mi) of road.
| Budapest | Västerås | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Hungary | Sweden |
| Population | 1.7 million | 127,799 |
| Elevation | 104 m (341 ft) | 16 m (52 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Budapest) | UTC+2 (Europe/Stockholm) |
| Postal codes | 1007–1239 | 720 01–728 20 |
What changes when you arrive in Västerås
Crossing from Hungary into Sweden: money changes from the Forint to the Krona (SEK); the dialling code becomes +46; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book buses from Budapest to Västerås
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Staying in Västerås
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Common questions
How far is Västerås from Budapest?
1,357 km (843 mi) in a straight line, north of Budapest; by road roughly 1,656 km (1,029 mi).
How long does it take to get from Budapest to Västerås by bus?
About 24 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Budapest and Västerås?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Västerås?
The Krona (SEK).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.