- Must visit
Sofiero Castle and Gardens
Former royal summer residence with seasonal exhibitions, notable interiors, and award-winning gardens overlooking the Öresund.
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$88
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 31 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
324 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Helsingborg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Helsingborg will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Helsingborg without transferring at least once.
300 Snälltåget+
482 X 2000
300 Snälltåget+
482 X 2000+
1 Skånetrafiken
300 Snälltåget+
482 X 2000+
1 Skånetrafiken
344 SJ+
1 Skånetrafiken · 1700 Pågatåg
344 SJ+
1700 Pågatåg · 1 Skånetrafiken
ECE 1198+
1062 Öresundstågen
ECE 396+
1094 Öresundstågen
ECE 398+
1078 Öresundstågen
S1 · RJ 1176+
1110 Öresundstågen
ECE 1196+
1102 ÖresundstågenOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Helsingborg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $111.
Distance: 201 miles (324 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$78 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price | $279 Average price | $199 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 19m Average total duration 7h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 20m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Helsingborg:
A bus is $13 (€11) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Hamburg to Helsingborg costing on average $61 (€49).
A bus is $30 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Helsingborg costing on average $78 (€63).
A bus is $231 (€186) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Helsingborg costing on average $279 (€225).
Other travel options to Helsingborg take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 45m.
Bus takes on average 7h 49m.
Ferry takes on average 9h 20m.
Tickets start at around $78 (€63) compared to roughly $199 (€161) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $121 (€98). The journey takes 6h 45m versus 5h 48m 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.
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 Hamburg to Helsingborg trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
344 SJ+ 11002 Öresundstågen | 9:53 PM Hamburg Hbf | 8h01 | 5:54 AM Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
344 SJ+ 11002 Öresundstågen+ 1 Skånetrafiken | 9:53 PM Hamburg Hbf | 8h19 | 6:12 AM Helsingborg | 2 transfers | |
344 SJ+ 11002 Öresundstågen+ 1 Skånetrafiken | 9:53 PM Hamburg Hbf | 8h21 | 6:14 AM Helsingborg | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, May 29 | |||||
11152 · IC 5752 · IC 50124+ 1074 Öresundstågen | 5:35 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h19 | 2:54 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
11152 · IC 5752 · IC 50124+ 1078 Öresundstågen | 5:35 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h49 | 3:24 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
11152 · IC 5752 · IC 50124+ 1070 Öresundstågen | 5:35 AM Hamburg Hbf | 8h49 | 2:24 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ECE 1198+ 1062 Öresundstågen | On time 7:04 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h20 | 1:24 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
ECE 1198+ 1070 Öresundstågen | On time 7:04 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h20 | 2:24 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
ECE 1198+ 1066 Öresundstågen | On time 7:04 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h50 | 1:54 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
11156 · IC 5754 · IC 50132+ 1094 Öresundstågen | 7:38 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h46 | 5:24 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
11156 · IC 5754 · IC 50132+ 1090 Öresundstågen | 7:38 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h16 | 4:54 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
11156 · IC 5754 · IC 50132+ 1086 Öresundstågen | 7:38 AM Hamburg Hbf | 8h46 | 4:24 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ECE 398+ 1086 Öresundstågen | On time 8:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h31 | 4:24 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
ECE 398+ 1082 Öresundstågen | On time 8:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h01 | 3:54 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
ECE 398+ 1078 Öresundstågen | On time 8:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h31 | 3:24 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
306 Snälltåget+ 1090 Öresundstågen+ 22 Skånetrafiken | 9:51 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h23 | 5:14 PM Helsingborg | 2 transfers | |
306 Snälltåget+ 1090 Öresundstågen+ 1 Skånetrafiken | 9:51 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h27 | 5:18 PM Helsingborg | 2 transfers | |
306 Snälltåget+ 1090 Öresundstågen | 9:51 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h03 | 4:54 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
ECE 396+ 1102 Öresundstågen | On time 10:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h31 | 6:24 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
ECE 396+ 1098 Öresundstågen | On time 10:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h01 | 5:54 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
ECE 396+ 1094 Öresundstågen | On time 10:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h31 | 5:24 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
ECE 1196+ 1102 Öresundstågen | On time 11:47 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h37 | 6:24 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
ECE 1196+ 1110 Öresundstågen | On time 11:47 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h37 | 7:24 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
ECE 1196+ 1106 Öresundstågen | On time 11:47 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h07 | 6:54 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
S1 · RJ 1176+ 1118 Öresundstågen | 12:48 PM Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 7h36 | 8:24 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
S1 · RJ 1176+ 1110 Öresundstågen | 12:48 PM Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 6h36 | 7:24 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
S1 · RJ 1176+ 1114 Öresundstågen | 12:48 PM Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 7h06 | 7:54 PM Helsingborg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Helsingborg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€45) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by ferry.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 201 miles (324 km) distance in 6h 39m.
Distance 201 miles (324 km) |
Average train duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€45) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 39m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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Former royal summer residence with seasonal exhibitions, notable interiors, and award-winning gardens overlooking the Öresund.
Major cultural center with art exhibitions, design, history displays, and a strong waterfront setting near the harbor.
Open-air museum combining historic buildings, cultivated gardens, and Skåne cultural history in a large green setting.
Popular pedestrian shopping street and one of the city’s busiest urban promenades, connecting major central sights.
Stylish waterfront district with promenades, sea views, and a modern harbor atmosphere popular for strolls and photos.
Scenic walking route along the ridge, linking viewpoints, parks, and historic parts of Helsingborg.
Crisp Swedish potato pancakes traditionally served with fried pork and lingonberries, a classic southern Swedish comfort dish.
A slow-cooked beef stew from Skåne, seasoned with allspice and often served with boiled potatoes and pickled beetroot.
A rich Scanian oven-baked pancake, usually served with fried pork and lingonberries, especially associated with southern Sweden.
Established traditional restaurant north of the center, appreciated for Swedish seasonal cooking and a cozy, classic atmosphere.
Popular seaside restaurant known for seafood, Swedish classics, and Öresund views in a relaxed setting.
Well-known central brasserie with stylish interiors, cocktails, and a broad menu mixing Nordic and continental flavors.
Sweden is pricey for dining and services, though Helsingborg is usually a bit cheaper than Stockholm.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great table service is appreciated. Little or no tip is fine for cafés, bars, and taxis.
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