- 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
€19
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Halmstad to Varberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Halmstad to Varberg will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 4 trains that leave Halmstad for Varberg on Tue, Aug 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 60 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 31 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 Halmstad to Varberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a bus costs an average of €11.
Distance: 37 miles (60 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€18 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Halmstad to Varberg:
A train is €0.23 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Halmstad to Varberg costing on average €19.
Other travel options to Varberg take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 0m.
The table below shows live departures for Halmstad to Varberg trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1042 Öresundstågen | 11:53 AM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h32 | 12:25 PM Varberg tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1042 Öresundstågen+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 11:53 AM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h56 | 12:49 PM Varberg | 1 transfer | |
1050 Öresundstågen | 12:53 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h32 | 1:25 PM Varberg tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1050 Öresundstågen+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 12:53 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h56 | 1:49 PM Varberg | 1 transfer | |
1058 Öresundstågen | 1:53 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h32 | 2:25 PM Varberg tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1058 Öresundstågen+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 1:53 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h56 | 2:49 PM Varberg | 1 transfer | |
20172 Öresundstågen | 2:23 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h31 | 2:54 PM Varberg tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
20172 Öresundstågen+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 2:23 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h56 | 3:19 PM Varberg | 1 transfer | |
2094 VR Snabbtåg+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 2:42 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h52 | 3:34 PM Varberg | 1 transfer | |
2094 VR Snabbtåg | 2:42 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h34 | 3:16 PM Varberg tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1066 Öresundstågen | 2:53 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h32 | 3:25 PM Varberg tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1066 Öresundstågen+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 2:53 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h56 | 3:49 PM Varberg | 1 transfer | |
20174 Öresundstågen | 3:23 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h31 | 3:54 PM Varberg tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
20174 Öresundstågen+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 3:23 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h56 | 4:19 PM Varberg | 1 transfer | |
1074 Öresundstågen | 3:53 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h32 | 4:25 PM Varberg tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1074 Öresundstågen+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 3:53 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h56 | 4:49 PM Varberg | 1 transfer | |
20176 Öresundstågen | 4:23 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h31 | 4:54 PM Varberg tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
20176 Öresundstågen+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 4:23 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h56 | 5:19 PM Varberg | 1 transfer | |
1082 Öresundstågen | 4:53 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h32 | 5:25 PM Varberg tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1082 Öresundstågen+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 4:53 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h56 | 5:49 PM Varberg | 1 transfer | |
20178 Öresundstågen | 5:23 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h31 | 5:54 PM Varberg tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
20178 Öresundstågen+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 5:23 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h56 | 6:19 PM Varberg | 1 transfer | |
1090 Öresundstågen | 5:53 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h32 | 6:25 PM Varberg tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1090 Öresundstågen+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 5:53 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h56 | 6:49 PM Varberg | 1 transfer | |
20180 Öresundstågen | 6:23 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h31 | 6:54 PM Varberg tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
20180 Öresundstågen+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 6:23 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h56 | 7:19 PM Varberg | 1 transfer | |
1098 Öresundstågen | 6:53 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h32 | 7:25 PM Varberg tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1098 Öresundstågen+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 6:53 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h56 | 7:49 PM Varberg | 1 transfer | |
1106 Öresundstågen | 7:53 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h32 | 8:25 PM Varberg tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1106 Öresundstågen+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 7:53 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h56 | 8:49 PM Varberg | 1 transfer | |
1114 Öresundstågen | 8:53 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h32 | 9:25 PM Varberg tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1114 Öresundstågen+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 8:53 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h56 | 9:49 PM Varberg | 1 transfer | |
1122 Öresundstågen | 9:49 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h36 | 10:25 PM Varberg tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1122 Öresundstågen+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 9:49 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 1h00 | 10:49 PM Varberg | 1 transfer | |
1130 Öresundstågen | 10:51 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h31 | 11:22 PM Varberg tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1130 Öresundstågen+ 1 Hallandstrafiken | 10:51 PM Halmstad Centralstation | 0h58 | 11:49 PM Varberg | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
![]() | 3:23 AM Halmstad | 0h31 | 3:54 AM Varberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Halmstad to Varberg run on average 66 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 37 miles (60 km) distance in 29m.
Distance 37 miles (60 km) |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 66 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
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 Halmstad 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 Halmstad to Varberg trains use the Halmstad Centralstation to Varberg, Brunnsparken station pair, with some services arriving at Varberg tågstation. Use this guide to compare Halmstad and Varberg 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.
Varberg, Brunnsparken has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Varberg, Brunnsparken: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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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