- Must visit
Rød Manor Museum
Halden’s main museum presents local history, manor interiors, and stories from borderland life in Østfold.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Gothenburg to Halden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Halden will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 13 buses that leave Gothenburg for Halden on Mon, Aug 03, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct buses cover the 161 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest buses will take 1 h 57 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Halden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 100 miles (161 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gothenburg to Halden:
A bus is $8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gothenburg to Halden costing on average $29.
Other travel options to Halden take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 3m.
Tickets start at around $21 compared to roughly $46 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $24. The journey takes 3h 3m versus 2h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:57AM | Duration 1h57 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:57AM | Duration 1h57 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:27PM | Duration 1h57 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:57PM | Duration 1h57 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 02:22PM | Duration 1h57 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 03:22PM | Duration 1h57 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 05:02PM | Duration 1h57 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $137 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 07:02PM | Duration 1h57 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Halden buses for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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600 · VY110 | 2:20 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 8h20 | 10:40 AM Halden | 1 transfer | |
600 · VY110 | 5:00 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h40 | 10:40 AM Halden | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:20 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2h30 | 7:50 AM Grålum, Lekevollkrysset E6 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2h30 | 9:30 AM Grålum, Lekevollkrysset E6 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1h57 | 8:57 AM Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2h30 | 2:30 PM Grålum, Lekevollkrysset E6 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1h57 | 1:57 PM Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:25 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2h30 | 4:55 PM Grålum, Lekevollkrysset E6 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:25 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1h57 | 4:22 PM Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2h30 | 6:30 PM Grålum, Lekevollkrysset E6 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1h57 | 5:57 PM Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1h57 | 7:02 PM Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2h30 | 7:35 PM Grålum, Lekevollkrysset E6 | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Gothenburg to Halden run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:15, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 100 miles (161 km) distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 100 miles (161 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 57m |
First bus 2:15 AM |
Last bus 10:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Halden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Halden trip today.
Halden’s main museum presents local history, manor interiors, and stories from borderland life in Østfold.
Museum and visitor center at Fredriksten Fortress covering military history, warfare, and the site’s national importance.
Museum in Tistedal focused on the canal system, locks, boats, and the engineering history of the Halden waterway.
A scenic green area around Halden’s fortress slopes, ideal for walking, viewpoints, and connecting major historic sites.
A popular quay-side promenade with harbor views, events, boats, and easy access to central Halden’s atmosphere.
The town center’s main pedestrian shopping street, lined with historic buildings and useful for a relaxed urban stroll.
Hearty fish soup common along the Østfold coast, made with local fish, shellfish, cream and herbs. A classic regional comfort dish.
Open-faced sandwiches on bread topped with shrimp, egg and mayonnaise. A popular Norwegian lunch tied to the coastal seafood tradition.
Cured or smoked salmon served simply on bread or with potatoes. Norwegian salmon is a national staple and widely eaten in Halden.
Popular Italian-focused restaurant with pizza and pasta, offering a casual atmosphere in central Halden and broad local appeal.
Historic waterfront restaurant and hotel known for seafood, Norwegian classics and a refined yet relaxed atmosphere near the harbor.
Well-known brewery pub serving beer, burgers and hearty casual meals in a lively setting inside a historic riverside complex.
Halden is costly versus many European towns. Hotels, dining, and transport are pricey, though supermarkets and simple lunches help control spending.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants may round up or add 5-10% for great service. Taxis can be rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tips.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Halden by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Halden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gothenburg to Halden buses use the Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen to Skjærhalden, Torvet (Hvaler) station pair. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg and Halden bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Nils (in the station), Burger King (in the station), Espresso House (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen.
Available at Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen: Elevators, ramps.
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