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Hallands konstmuseum
Leading regional art museum with rotating exhibitions, Halland culture displays, and a scenic location by the Nissan river.
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Gothenburg to Halmstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Halmstad will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 13 buses that leave Gothenburg for Halmstad on Sun, Jul 26, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 26 the direct buses cover the 127 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Sun, Jul 26 the slowest buses will take 1 h 35 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 Halmstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 78 miles (127 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Gothenburg to Halmstad:
A bus is $7 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gothenburg to Halmstad costing on average $22 (€22).
Other travel options to Halmstad take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 48m.
Tickets start at around $15 (€15) compared to roughly $24 (€24) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9 (€9). The journey takes 1h 48m versus 1h 28m 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, Vy Bus4You.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Hallandstrafiken | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 10:28AM | Duration 2h33 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Hallandstrafiken | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 04:28PM | Duration 2h53 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Hallandstrafiken | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 04:28PM | Duration 2h33 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Hallandstrafiken | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:31PM | Duration 2h31 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Hallandstrafiken | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 07:31PM | Duration 2h06 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Hallandstrafiken | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 08:28PM | Duration 2h53 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Hallandstrafiken | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 08:28PM | Duration 2h33 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Oresundstag | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Hallandstrafiken | Departure Time 07:01PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Hallandstrafiken | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Halmstad buses for today, Saturday, July 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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553 Hallandstrafiken · 350 Hallandstrafiken+ 1055 Öresundstågen | 7:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h33 | 10:28 AM Gullbrandstorp, Lynga Skola | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 8:50 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1h35 | 10:25 AM Halmstad, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1h35 | 11:45 AM Halmstad, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1h35 | 1:05 PM Halmstad, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
553 Hallandstrafiken · 350 Hallandstrafiken+ 1103 Öresundstågen+ X5 Västtrafik | 1:35 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 2h53 | 4:28 PM Gullbrandstorp, Lynga Skola | 3 transfers | |
553 Hallandstrafiken · 350 Hallandstrafiken+ 1103 Öresundstågen | 1:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h33 | 4:28 PM Gullbrandstorp, Lynga Skola | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1h35 | 5:40 PM Halmstad, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
1 Hallandstrafiken · 350 Hallandstrafiken+ 1135 Öresundstågen+ X5 Västtrafik | 5:35 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 2h53 | 8:28 PM Gullbrandstorp, Lynga Skola | 3 transfers | |
1 Hallandstrafiken · 350 Hallandstrafiken+ 1135 Öresundstågen | 5:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h33 | 8:28 PM Gullbrandstorp, Lynga Skola | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 6:05 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1h35 | 7:40 PM Halmstad, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1h35 | 11:45 PM Halmstad, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, July 26 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:30 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 1h40 | 3:10 AM Halmstad, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 1h35 | 4:15 AM Halmstad, Resecentrum | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Gothenburg to Halmstad run on average 44 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 78 miles (127 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 78 miles (127 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€10) |
Buses per day 44 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
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Discover the best of Halmstad — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Halmstad trip today.
Leading regional art museum with rotating exhibitions, Halland culture displays, and a scenic location by the Nissan river.
Open-air museum preserving farm buildings and local heritage, showing how people in Halland lived and worked in earlier times.
Artist home and gallery associated with the Halmstad Group, offering insight into Swedish modernism and local art history.
Popular sandy beach and seafront area known for long walks, dunes, and iconic coastal scenery close to the city.
Large green park and recreation area with paths, lawns, and event spaces beside Hallandsgården and the open-air museum.
Nature reserve and walking area on the coast with dramatic cliffs, sea views, and trails popular with local hikers.
Nässelsoppa is a classic Swedish spring nettle soup, often served with egg. It reflects seasonal home cooking and is long associated with Halland and west coast farms.
Halländsk långkål is slow-cooked kale with cream and butter, a festive Halland specialty often served at Christmas with ham or sausage.
Stekt sill is fried herring, a staple on Sweden’s west coast. In Halmstad it represents everyday coastal food shaped by local fishing traditions.
Popular central restaurant known for quality Swedish and European dishes, with a relaxed bistro feel and reliable service.
Well-known waterfront restaurant by Tylösand, popular for seafood, Swedish classics, and sunset views in a lively yet polished setting.
Established hotel dining room in central Halmstad serving refined Nordic dishes in an elegant, historic atmosphere.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining cost more than much of Europe, but local transit is manageable and many payments are cashless.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up; tips are uncommon in cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Halmstad 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 Halmstad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gothenburg to Halmstad buses use the Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen to Halmstad, Resecentrum station pair. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg and Halmstad 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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