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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlstad to Helsingborg
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
4 h 51 m
Average duration
5 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
374 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlstad to Helsingborg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlstad to Helsingborg will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 5 trains that leave Karlstad for Helsingborg on Fri, May 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 374 km distance in an average of 5 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 51 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 5 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.
5:12 AM4h58Karlstad10:10 AMHelsingborg$461One-way0 transfers- 3:10 PM6h04Karlstad9:14 PMHelsingborg$641One-way0 transfers
- 5:06 PM4h57Karlstad10:03 PMHelsingborg$781One-way0 transfers
- 11:12 AM5h30Karlstad4:42 PMHelsingborg$841One-way0 transfers
- 3:08 PM4h55Karlstad8:03 PMHelsingborg$931One-way0 transfers
- 7:12 AM4h51Karlstad12:03 PMHelsingborg$941One-way0 transfers
- 3:08 PM4h55Karlstad8:03 PMHelsingborg$931One-way0 transfers
- 5:06 PM4h57Karlstad10:03 PMHelsingborg$781One-way0 transfers
- 5:12 AM4h58Karlstad10:10 AMHelsingborg$461One-way0 transfers
- 11:12 AM5h30Karlstad4:42 PMHelsingborg$841One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Karlstad to Helsingborg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlstad to Helsingborg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $26, and a bus costs an average of $50.
Distance: 232 miles (374 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$68 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price | $98 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 5m Average total duration 13h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Karlstad to Helsingborg:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Karlstad to Helsingborg costing on average $72 (€57).
Other travel options to Helsingborg take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 35m.
The journey is about 15m faster (5h 4m by train vs 5h 19m by car) and roughly $30 (€24) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($68 (€54) vs $98 (€78)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Karlstad to Helsingborg train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlstad to Helsingborg trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:35 AM Karlstad | 7h10 | 2:45 PM Helsingborg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:26 AM Karlstad | 5h52 | 3:18 PM Helsingborg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:09 AM Karlstad | 4h54 | 4:03 PM Helsingborg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:10 PM Karlstad | 6h04 | 9:14 PM Helsingborg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
| 5:12 AM Karlstad | 4h58 | 10:10 AM Helsingborg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlstad to Helsingborg
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Trains from Karlstad to Helsingborg run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 232 miles (374 km) distance in 4h 51m.
Distance 232 miles (374 km) |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 51m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: SJ, Oresundstag, Tågab, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Karlstad to Helsingborg trainsSJ, Oresundstag, Tågab, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Karlstad and Helsingborg from $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Karlstad to Helsingborg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlstad to Helsingborg 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 Helsingborg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlstad to Helsingborg
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Drottninggatan.
- Restaurant Frost
- Br. Olssons Elektriska
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Clarion Collection Hotel Drott
- Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad
- Scandic Karlstad City
- Located in the main hall
- SIXT
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
AccessibilityWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Järnvägsgatan.
- Nelly's Food Etc.
- Kitchen & Table Helsingborg
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Radisson Blu Metropol Hotel
- Elite Hotel Marina Plaza
- Clarion Grand Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 540 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: ferry connections to Denmark
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Connections to Denmark
- Train: Regional and intercity services
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