- Must visit
Flygvapenmuseum
One of Sweden’s top aviation museums, featuring military aircraft, interactive exhibits, and the recovered DC-3. Excellent for all ages.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Halmstad to Linköping is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Halmstad to Linköping will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
It's difficult to get from Halmstad to Linköping without transferring at least 3 times.
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Trains from Halmstad to Linköping run on average 41 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (254 km) distance in 2h 56m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Halmstad to Linköping.
The table below shows live departures for Halmstad to Linköping trains for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6804 Öresundståg · 51114 Öresundståg+ 3490 Västtrafik · 7201 Västtrafik | 7:59 PM Halmstad | 12h31 | 8:30 AM Linköping Central Station | 6 transfers | |
6804 Öresundståg · 51114 Öresundståg+ 3490 Västtrafik · 7201 Västtrafik | 8:10 PM Halmstad | 12h20 | 8:30 AM Linköping Central Station | 6 transfers | |
2 Hallandstrafiken+ 6804 Öresundståg · 51159 Öresundståg+ 520 SJ Snabbtåg | 8:59 PM Halmstad | 9h58 | 6:57 AM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
3 Hallandstrafiken+ 6804 Öresundståg · 51159 Öresundståg+ 520 SJ Snabbtåg | 9:28 PM Halmstad | 9h29 | 6:57 AM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
6804 Öresundståg · 51130 Öresundståg+ 3420 Västtrafik+ 4122 Mälartåg | 9:59 PM Halmstad | 10h50 | 8:49 AM Linköping Central Station | 5 transfers | |
2 Hallandstrafiken+ 6804 Öresundståg · 51130 Öresundståg+ 2107 Mälartåg | 9:59 PM Halmstad | 10h50 | 8:49 AM Linköping Central Station | 4 transfers | |
6804 Öresundståg · 51130 Öresundståg+ 3420 Västtrafik+ 4122 Mälartåg | 10:07 PM Halmstad | 10h42 | 8:49 AM Linköping Central Station | 5 transfers | |
340 Hallandstrafiken+ 6804 Öresundståg · 51130 Öresundståg+ 2107 Mälartåg | 10:07 PM Halmstad | 10h42 | 8:49 AM Linköping Central Station | 4 transfers | |
6804 Öresundståg+ 17550 Krösatågen Syd+ 3 Hallandstrafiken+ 17602 Jönköpings länstrafik | 11:28 PM Halmstad | 10h16 | 9:44 AM Linköping Central Station | 7 transfers | |
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2 Hallandstrafiken+ 6804 Öresundståg · 51055 Öresundståg+ 534 SJ | 8:24 AM Halmstad | 5h31 | 1:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
2 Hallandstrafiken+ 6804 Öresundståg · 51055 Öresundståg+ 534 SJ Snabbtåg | 8:24 AM Halmstad | 5h31 | 1:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
2 Hallandstrafiken+ 6804 Öresundståg · 51055 Öresundståg+ 534 SJ | 8:25 AM Halmstad | 5h30 | 1:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
2 Hallandstrafiken+ 6804 Öresundståg · 51055 Öresundståg+ 534 SJ Snabbtåg | 8:25 AM Halmstad | 5h30 | 1:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
2 Hallandstrafiken+ 6804 Öresundståg · 51071 Öresundståg+ 538 SJ | 10:24 AM Halmstad | 5h32 | 3:56 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
350 Hallandstrafiken · 401 Hallandstrafiken+ 7634 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17686 Jönköpings länstrafik | 10:31 AM Gullbrandstorp, Lynga Skola | 6h08 | 4:39 PM Linköping | 6 transfers | |
350 Hallandstrafiken · 401 Hallandstrafiken+ 7634 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17686 Jönköpings länstrafik | 10:31 AM Gullbrandstorp, Lynga Skola | 5h43 | 4:14 PM Linköping | 5 transfers | |
2 Hallandstrafiken+ 951 Jönköpings länstrafik · 7634 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17686 Jönköpings länstrafik | 11:24 AM Halmstad | 4h32 | 3:56 PM Linköping Central Station | 4 transfers | |
2 Hallandstrafiken+ 951 Jönköpings länstrafik · 7634 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17686 Jönköpings länstrafik | 11:24 AM Halmstad | 5h06 | 4:30 PM Linköping Central Station | 5 transfers | |
401 Hallandstrafiken+ 7634 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17686 Jönköpings länstrafik · 27620 Jönköpings länstrafik | 11:26 AM Halmstad | 5h04 | 4:30 PM Linköping Central Station | 4 transfers | |
401 Hallandstrafiken+ 7634 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17686 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 538 SJ | 11:26 AM Halmstad | 4h30 | 3:56 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
7 Hallandstrafiken+ 951 Jönköpings länstrafik · 7634 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17686 Jönköpings länstrafik | 11:29 AM Halmstad | 4h27 | 3:56 PM Linköping Central Station | 4 transfers | |
7 Hallandstrafiken+ 951 Jönköpings länstrafik · 7634 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17686 Jönköpings länstrafik | 11:29 AM Halmstad | 5h01 | 4:30 PM Linköping Central Station | 5 transfers | |
5 Hallandstrafiken+ 951 Jönköpings länstrafik · 7634 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17686 Jönköpings länstrafik | 11:35 AM Halmstad | 4h21 | 3:56 PM Linköping Central Station | 4 transfers | |
5 Hallandstrafiken+ 951 Jönköpings länstrafik · 7634 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17686 Jönköpings länstrafik | 11:35 AM Halmstad | 4h55 | 4:30 PM Linköping Central Station | 5 transfers | |
2 Hallandstrafiken+ 6804 Öresundståg · 51095 Öresundståg+ 544 SJ | 1:25 PM Halmstad | 5h29 | 6:54 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
3 Hallandstrafiken+ 325 Länstrafiken Kronoberg+ 1923 Skånetrafiken+ 306 Snälltåget | 1:30 PM Halmstad | 5h52 | 7:22 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
350 Hallandstrafiken · 400 Hallandstrafiken+ 7638 Jönköpings länstrafik · 27630 Jönköpings länstrafik | 3:35 PM Gullbrandstorp, Lynga Skola | 5h48 | 9:23 PM Linköping | 6 transfers | |
350 Hallandstrafiken · 400 Hallandstrafiken+ 7638 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 546 SJ | 3:35 PM Gullbrandstorp, Lynga Skola | 4h34 | 8:09 PM Linköping | 4 transfers | |
350 Hallandstrafiken · 400 Hallandstrafiken+ 7638 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 3942 Snälltåget | 3:35 PM Gullbrandstorp, Lynga Skola | 5h21 | 8:56 PM Linköping | 4 transfers | |
350 Hallandstrafiken · 400 Hallandstrafiken+ 7640 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17692 Jönköpings länstrafik | 5:35 PM Gullbrandstorp, Lynga Skola | 4h33 | 10:08 PM Linköping | 5 transfers | |
350 Hallandstrafiken · 400 Hallandstrafiken+ 7640 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17692 Jönköpings länstrafik | 5:35 PM Gullbrandstorp, Lynga Skola | 7h18 | 12:53 AM Linköping | 8 transfers | |
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Trains from Halmstad to Linköping with SJ, JLT, and Snälltåget. Night trains available on this route with SJ and Snälltåget. High-speed trains available on this route with SJ and Snälltåget. Regional trains available on this route with SJ. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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One of Sweden’s top aviation museums, featuring military aircraft, interactive exhibits, and the recovered DC-3. Excellent for all ages.
Open-air museum district with historic homes, craft workshops, and period streets. A classic place to explore Linköping’s past.
Museum in a historic manor telling the story of Linköping through exhibitions on everyday life, culture, and urban development.
Historic neighborhood of wooden houses, lanes, and museums. One of the city’s most atmospheric walking areas and a favorite with visitors.
Canal-side path and locks area popular for walks and cycling. Offers peaceful waterside views and a classic regional landscape.
Main central square framed by civic buildings and shopping streets. A practical starting point for exploring Linköping on foot.
Östgötsk kalops is a slow-cooked beef stew with root vegetables and warm spices, a hearty farmhouse dish long associated with Östergötland.
Raggmunk are crisp potato pancakes, traditionally served with fried pork and lingonberries, a classic Swedish comfort meal common in the region.
Wallenbergare is a tender veal patty enriched with cream and egg, usually served with mashed potatoes, peas, and lingonberries in classic Swedish cooking.
Popular casual venue and bakery praised for quality lunches, coffee, pastries, and a relaxed local fika atmosphere.
Established restaurant known for seasonal Nordic cooking and a refined setting, suitable for a more formal dinner in central Linköping.
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant focused on tasting menus and carefully plated Nordic flavors in an intimate, upscale setting.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining are not cheap, but local transit is manageable and many places take cards, helping visitors control daily spending.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants usually include service; round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis can be rounded up. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Halmstad to Linköping 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 Linköping, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Halmstad to Linköping trains use the Halmstad Centralstation to Linköping Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Halmstad and Linköping train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Halmstad Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurang Stationsgatan 44, Harrys Halmstad
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Halmstad Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Halmstad Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Halmstad Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Halmstad Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Halmstad Centralstation: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Continental Relax & Spa, Best Western Plus Grand Hotel, Scandic Hallandia.
Halmstad, Resecentrum has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Halmstad, Resecentrum: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Linköping Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Hamlet, Yogi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Linköping Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Linköping Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Linköping Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Linköping Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Slottsparken, Scandic Linköping City, Elite Stora Hotellet.
Check train stations information for Halmstad and Linköping, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.