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- You'll really appreciate booking car hire in Västerås – there's so much to see and do in the surrounding areas. Sweden's largest ancient burial barrow, Anundshög, is about a 15min drive away, for instance. You can also visit Sala Silvergruva, an old silver mine dating back to the 1400s, where you can stay the night in an underground hotel. With your own transport, you won't have to rely on public transport timetables and routes – you'll have the freedom to explore at will.
- Stockholm Västerås Airport (VST) is the closest airport to the town if you're flying domestically, but if you're flying directly from the UK, you'll more likely land at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). You can organise car hire in Västerås very easily from here, and it's about a 1h 10min drive to the town itself. You can choose from multiple international car hire brands. They're all located in the car hire area of the airport, in the P2 Long Term Beta car park, just across from the main terminal building.
- If you opt for car hire in Västerås, there are a few things to get used to. You'll drive on the right-hand side of the road, which will feel unfamiliar at first. It's not a bad idea to get an automatic vehicle so you don't have to change gears with your right hand. Sweden also has very strict regulations around alcohol consumption before driving: the limit is a lot lower than that of the UK, at 0.2g/litre of blood. Anything over that and your licence will be confiscated, so it's best not to drink at all if you're driving.
- It's not difficult to drive in Västerås during the summer months, so you'll only face some difficulties in winter. The main roads in the town and those leading in and out are well-maintained and constantly cleared of snow. The smaller roads will typically have a layer of compacted snow, so take it slowly and you'll be fine. Large animals like moose can also present a road hazard, so drive carefully wherever you see signs indicating where they may cross the road.
- Book your rental car in Västerås at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Intermediate rental cars in Västerås are around 41% more expensive than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Västerås
How much is gas price in Västerås?
The average gas price in Västerås is 22.70 ﷼ per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between 272 ﷼ and 363 ﷼, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Västerås?
Intermediate (Volvo V60 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Västerås.
How can I find car rentals near me in Västerås?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Västerås?
An Intermediate car rental in Västerås costs 330 ﷼ per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car rental cost in Västerås?
An Economy car rental in Västerås costs 208 ﷼ per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Västerås?
A Compact car rental in Västerås costs 261 ﷼ per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Västerås?
When it comes down to making your Västerås car hire choice, seasonality makes a big difference. In summer, you can hire pretty much any vehicle that suits your purposes, but in winter, there are some extra considerations. It's not necessary to get an all-wheel drive vehicle, as the roads are well maintained. A front-wheel-drive car is the best choice, as these handle better on icy roads than rear-wheel-drive cars. Also, remember that it's mandatory to have your headlights on at all times, even during the day.
What's the speed limit in Västerås?
In general, the speed limit in Västerås is 50 km/h (about 30 mph) in built-up and residential areas, and 90 km/h (about 56 mph) on what are called department roads, which we would call single or dual carriageways in the UK. On highways, you can travel up to 120 km/h (about 75 mph). There's a high density of speed cameras, even on rural roads, so make sure you don't transgress. Also, look out for 30 km/h (about 19 mph) speed limit signs in areas of the town that have a lot of pedestrian or bicycle traffic.
Where are the best places to park in Västerås?
There are dozens of car parks in the town, most of which you'll have to pay for. Prices are reasonable though. You can typically get free parking for 2 hours at the Björnövägen car park. The average cost at the paid car parks is around 28 SEK (about 2 GBP) for 2 hours. This includes the ones at Källgatan 9A, Knutsgatan 13 and Biskopsgränd. In the city centre car parks like Skrapan and P-hus Punkt, you can expect to pay around 48 SEK (about 3.60 GBP) for 2 hours of parking.
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Sixt
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Arrival Hall
+46 21 80 08 90
Fallskärmsvägen 2
+46 21 80 08 90
Sigurdsgatan 32
+46 21 80 08 90
Transformatorgatan 11
+46 21 80 08 90
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Hertz
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Angsgardsgatan 6
+46 10 497 28 00
Forskargrand 8
+46 10 497 28 00
Hydrovagen 10
+46 10 497 28 00
Sodra Ringvagen 1
+46 10 497 28 00
Stromledningsgatan 11
+46 10 497 28 00
Tvarleden 2
+46 10 497 28 00
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Voltmätargatan 4
+46 21 18 14 40
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MABI
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Vasteras Hasslo Airport
+46 2118 1440
Voltmätargatan 4
+46 2118 1440
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Europcar
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Kopparbergsvagen 47
+46 21 12 41 43
Vasteras Hasslo Airport
+46 21 12 41 43
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Vasteras Hasslo Airport
+46 2112 4143
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Vasteras Hasslo Airport
+86 10 6064 1387
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Västerås car rental information
| Pick-up location | Västerås |
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| Rental locations | 29 |
| Airport locations | 11 |