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Compare train and bus for Copenhagen to Helsingborg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Helsingborg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, while a train costs an average of $32.

Distance: 26 miles (42 km)

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from Copenhagen to Helsingborg

How to get from Copenhagen to Helsingborg by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Copenhagen to Helsingborg is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:30 AM2h25
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    12:55 PMHelsingborg, Knutpunkten Bussterminal
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:30 AM2h25
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    12:55 PMHelsingborg, Knutpunkten Bussterminal
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Regional3434
    2:16 PM0h50
    Copenhagen Central Station
    3:06 PMHelsingør Station
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

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  • Regional3440
    3:46 PM0h50
    Copenhagen Central Station
    4:36 PMHelsingør Station
    $231One-way
    0 transfers
  • Regional3438
    3:16 PM0h50
    Copenhagen Central Station
    4:06 PMHelsingør Station
    $231One-way
    0 transfers
  • Regional3436
    2:46 PM0h50
    Copenhagen Central Station
    3:36 PMHelsingør Station
    $231One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:00 AM2h20
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    10:20 AMHelsingborg, Knutpunkten Bussterminal
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • Vy Bus4You600
    5:33 PM1h37
    Kastrup, Ellehammersvej (Københavns Lufthavn - Terminal 3)
    7:10 PMHelsingborg, Järnvägsgatan (Helsingborg C)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:05 PM2h40
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    12:45 AMHelsingborg, Knutpunkten Bussterminal
    $151One-way
    0 transfers

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How to Travel from Copenhagen to Helsingborg

The journey from Copenhagen to Helsingborg is popular with travelers for both business and leisure. Traveling from Copenhagen to Helsingborg is easy to do by trains and buses. Flights are not available between Copenhagen and Helsingborg due to their close proximity. The fastest way is by taking the train while the cheapest way is by taking the bus. Key departure points in Copenhagen include København H train station and København Ingerslevsgade bus station.

Copenhagen to Helsingborg Travel Comparison


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Cheapest Time to Book

buses

€11

1:30 h

1 Day Ahead

trains

€21

1:21 h

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What is the best way to travel from Copenhagen to Helsingborg?

Cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Helsingborg


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Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Helsingborg. There are between 5 and 11 buses traveling from Copenhagen to Helsingborg depending on the day. FlixBus and Vy bus4you Express operate buses which travel from Copenhagen to helsingborg every day of the week. A single RegioJet bus also makes the journey on Saturdays, while Swebus offers multiple buses from Copenhagen to Helsingborg on Sundays. Most buses are direct; however, Swebus journeys require a transfer in either Malmö or Halmstad. Buses take between 1½ and 6 hours to arrive in Helsingborg depending on the service chosen. All buses depart from København Ingerslevsgade bus station and arrive at Helsingborg's Knutpunkten Bussterminal.


Fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Helsingborg


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Taking the train is the fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Helsingborg. Trains travel from Copenhagen to Helsingborg approximately 30 times per day on weekdays and 18 times per day on weekends. All Copenhagen to Helsingborg trains are operated by Øresundståg. All trains traveling from Copenhagen to Helsingborg depart from København H train station and take between 1:21 h and 1:36 h to arrive at Helsingborg Centralstation. Most trains traveling from Copenhagen to Helsingborg are direct; however occasional journeys require a transfer in Malmö.


Most popular way to travel from Copenhagen to Helsingborg


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Taking the train is the most popular way to travel from Copenhagen to Helsingborg. Taking the train is approximately half an hour faster than taking most buses. There are over 30 trains that travel from Copenhagen to Helsingborg every weekday, with the first train departing København H train station at 4:07 a.m. The last train leaves at 11:27 p.m. Trains depart Copenhagen consistently through the day, usually multiple times per hour.


How to get from Copenhagen to Helsingborg

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Copenhagen to Helsingborg, 90,06% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Copenhagen to Helsingborg and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Copenhagen to Helsingborg

Travel to Helsingborg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Copenhagen to Helsingborg.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Copenhagen and Helsingborg including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Helsingborg is a bus with an average price of $17 (€13).

This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Helsingborg:

A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Helsingborg costing on average $32 (€26).

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Helsingborg is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 11m.

Other travel options to Helsingborg take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 19m.

The distance from Copenhagen to Helsingborg is approximately 26 miles (42 km).
The average frequency per day from Copenhagen to Helsingborg is:
  • Around 107 trains per day.
  • Around 72 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Copenhagen and Helsingborg as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Copenhagen to Helsingborg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Copenhagen Central Station and arrive in Helsingborg Centralstation.
  • Buses mostly depart from København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro and arrive in Helsingborg, Järnvägsgatan (Helsingborg C).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Copenhagen to Helsingborg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Infobus to go to Helsingborg by bus.
  • Travel with Oresundstag, Regional, Skånetrafiken, SJ to go to Helsingborg by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Copenhagen to Helsingborg with the following travel companies:
  • 8 direct buses per day with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Infobus.
  • 33 direct trains per day with Oresundstag.
Omio customers who travel from Copenhagen to Helsingborg often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Gothenburg, Copenhagen Airport, Oslo, Malmö. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Helsingborg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Helsingborg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Helsingborg's attractions, including its historic sites, cultural venues, and scenic coastal areas, plan to spend about 2 to 3 days.
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