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Universeum
Large science center with rainforest, aquarium, space and hands-on exhibitions. A top family attraction in central Gothenburg.
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Helsingborg to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsingborg to Gothenburg will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 13 buses that leave Helsingborg for Gothenburg on Fri, Jun 26, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct buses cover the 190 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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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600Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsingborg to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 118 miles (190 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Helsingborg to Gothenburg:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Helsingborg to Gothenburg costing on average $36 (€30).
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 33m.
Tickets start at around $25 (€21) compared to roughly $45 (€37) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $20 (€17). The journey takes 2h 33m versus 2h 21m 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 Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Infobus, Vy Buss.
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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
The table below shows live departures for Helsingborg to Gothenburg buses for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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600 | 8:45 AM Helsingborg, Järnvägsgatan (Helsingborg C) | 2h30 | 11:15 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 | 10:45 AM Helsingborg, Järnvägsgatan (Helsingborg C) | 2h30 | 1:15 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 | 12:15 PM Helsingborg, Järnvägsgatan (Helsingborg C) | 2h30 | 2:45 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 | 12:55 PM Helsingborg, Järnvägsgatan (Helsingborg C) | 2h30 | 3:25 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 | 3:10 PM Helsingborg, Järnvägsgatan (Helsingborg C) | 2h30 | 5:40 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
300 | 4:10 PM Helsingborg, Järnvägsgatan (Helsingborg C) | 2h30 | 6:40 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 PM Helsingborg, Knutpunkten Bussterminal | 2h50 | 8:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 | 7:10 PM Helsingborg, Järnvägsgatan (Helsingborg C) | 2h30 | 9:40 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 | 8:25 PM Helsingborg, Järnvägsgatan (Helsingborg C) | 2h30 | 10:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 | 11:40 PM Helsingborg, Järnvägsgatan (Helsingborg C) | 2h30 | 2:10 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 PM Helsingborg, Knutpunkten Bussterminal | 2h40 | 2:25 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 26 | |||||
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Helsingborg, Knutpunkten Bussterminal | 2h40 | 5:10 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Helsingborg to Gothenburg run on average 41 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 118 miles (190 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 118 miles (190 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Buses per day 41 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:56 PM |
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