- Must visit
Hallands kulturhistoriska museum
Museum inside Varberg Fortress with regional history, archaeology, and the famous Bocksten Man, making it the city’s top museum visit.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€34
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€44
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
4 h 19 m
Trains on Sep 19
4
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen Airport to Varberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen Airport to Varberg will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 4 trains from Copenhagen Airport to Varberg, including 4 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 7 h 43 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen Airport to Varberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €42, while a ferry costs an average of €91.
Distance: 103 miles (166 km)
Most popular Train | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€42 Average price Cheapest | €91 Average price | €109 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen Airport to Varberg:
A train is €49 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Copenhagen Airport to Varberg costing on average €91.
Other travel options to Varberg take longer:
Ferry takes on average 4h 45m.
Tickets start at around €42 compared to roughly €109 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €67. The journey takes 2h 40m versus 2h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Oresundstag.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen Airport to Varberg trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:46 AM Copenhagen Airport | 2h39 | 10:25 AM Varberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Copenhagen Airport | 3h12 | 11:12 AM Varberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 AM Copenhagen Airport | 3h40 | 2:25 PM Varberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:41 PM Copenhagen Airport | 7h43 | 4:24 AM Varberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Copenhagen Airport to Varberg run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €41 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 12:45. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (166 km) distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 103 miles (166 km) |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €41 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 12:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Varberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Varberg trip today.
Museum inside Varberg Fortress with regional history, archaeology, and the famous Bocksten Man, making it the city’s top museum visit.
Working museum at a preserved radio station, showcasing communication history, vintage equipment, and local technical heritage.
Contemporary art hall presenting rotating exhibitions by Swedish and international artists in a central cultural venue.
Lively waterfront park with lawns, paths, and event spaces, perfect for seaside walks between the harbor and fortress.
Long promenade along the sea, famous for sunset walks, fresh air, and classic views of the fortress and bathing houses.
Nature reserve and birdwatching area with trails, hides, and open coastal scenery, loved by both visitors and local walkers.
West coast herring, often pickled or fried, is a staple around Varberg and reflects Halland's long fishing tradition and everyday coastal cooking.
Boiled fresh shrimp from the Kattegat are a classic seaside treat, prized for sweet flavor and commonly eaten on the quay or at summer gatherings.
Creamy fish and shellfish soup made with local catch is common on Sweden's west coast and popular in Varberg's harbor restaurants.
Popular harbor restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and classic west coast dishes in a relaxed seaside setting.
Established restaurant at Varbergs Kusthotell serving Nordic dishes with seafood focus in a polished coastal spa-hotel atmosphere.
Well-known central bistro and bar offering Swedish and European comfort food in a lively, casual setting.
Moderate for Sweden. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller EU towns, but local transit is limited and many payments are card-based.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not expected. Taxis can be rounded up; cafes usually do not require tips.
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Varberg tågstation -> Varbergs torg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen Airport to Varberg by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Varberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Copenhagen Airport to Varberg trains use the København Hovedb. to Varberg tågstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen Airport and Varberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Varberg tågstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurang Zorba, John's Place
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Varberg tågstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Varberg tågstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Varberg tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Varberg tågstation: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Varberg tågstation: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Fregatten, Hotell Gästis, Varbergs Stadshotell & Asia Spa.
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