How to travel from Kalmar to Halmstad

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Compare bus and train for Kalmar to Halmstad

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kalmar to Halmstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $47 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, while a train costs an average of $47.

Distance: 132 miles (214 km)

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$47

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$47

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Cheapest

$52

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4h 13m

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3h 43m

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3h 42m

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3h 12m

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3h 1m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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Oresundstag

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LT Kronoberg

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The cheapest way to travel from Kalmar to Halmstad is a bus with an average price of $47.

This is compared to other travel options from Kalmar to Halmstad:

A bus is $0.02 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kalmar to Halmstad costing on average $47.

The fastest way to travel from Kalmar to Halmstad is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 42m.

Other travel options to Halmstad take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Kalmar and Halmstad including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Kalmar to Halmstad among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $47 compared to roughly $52 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $5. The journey takes 3h 43m versus 3h 1m 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.

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from Kalmar to Halmstad

How to get from Kalmar to Halmstad by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • Oresundstag1097 Öresundståg+LT Kronoberg145 Länstrafiken Kronoberg · 175 Länstrafiken Kronoberg+Hallandstrafiken5 Hallandstrafiken
    1:00 PM4h30
    Kalmar Centralstation
    5:30 PMHalmstad
    $501One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • Oresundstag1097 Öresundståg+LT Kronoberg145 Länstrafiken Kronoberg · 175 Länstrafiken Kronoberg+Hallandstrafiken5 Hallandstrafiken
    1:00 PM4h30
    Kalmar Centralstation
    5:30 PMHalmstad
    $501One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • SJ348 SJ+JLT7641 Jönköpings länstrafik+Hallandstrafiken3 Hallandstrafiken
    5:52 PM4h12
    Kalmar Centralstation
    10:04 PMHalmstad
    $601One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Oresundstag1097 Öresundståg · 1090 Öresundståg+Hallandstrafiken5 Hallandstrafiken
    1:00 PM5h00
    Kalmar Centralstation
    6:00 PMHalmstad
    $551One-way
    2 transfers
  • Oresundstag1081 Öresundståg · 1074 Öresundståg+Hallandstrafiken5 Hallandstrafiken
    11:00 AM5h00
    Kalmar Centralstation
    4:00 PMHalmstad
    $551One-way
    2 transfers
  • Oresundstag1145 Öresundståg · 1138 Öresundståg+Hallandstrafiken5 Hallandstrafiken
    7:00 PM5h00
    Kalmar Centralstation
    12:00 AMHalmstad
    $551One-way
    2 transfers
  • Oresundstag1097 Öresundståg+LT Kronoberg145 Länstrafiken Kronoberg · 175 Länstrafiken Kronoberg+Hallandstrafiken2 Hallandstrafiken
    1:00 PM4h50
    Kalmar Centralstation
    5:50 PMHalmstad
    $501One-way
    3 transfers
  • Lanstrafiken160 Kalmar länstrafik · 325 Kalmar länstrafik+JLT7641 Jönköpings länstrafik+Hallandstrafiken3 Hallandstrafiken
    1:30 PM8h34
    Kalmar Centralstation
    10:04 PMHalmstad
    $551One-way
    3 transfers
  • Lanstrafiken160 Kalmar länstrafik · 325 Kalmar länstrafik+JLT7641 Jönköpings länstrafik+Hallandstrafiken350 Hallandstrafiken
    1:30 PM8h50
    Kalmar Centralstation
    10:20 PMHalmstad
    $551One-way
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Kalmar to Halmstad

Travel to Halmstad 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 Kalmar to Halmstad.

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There are 2 options to travel between Kalmar and Halmstad including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Kalmar to Halmstad is a bus with an average price of $47.

This is compared to other travel options from Kalmar to Halmstad:

A bus is $0.02 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kalmar to Halmstad costing on average $47.

The fastest way to travel from Kalmar to Halmstad is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 42m.

Other travel options to Halmstad take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 13m.

The distance from Kalmar to Halmstad is approximately 132 miles (214 km).
The average frequency per day from Kalmar to Halmstad is:
  • Around 26 trains per day.
  • Around 17 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Kalmar to Halmstad:
  • Trains mostly depart from Kalmar Centralstation and arrive in Halmstad Centralstation.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kalmar, Snurrom and arrive in Gullbrandstorp, Lynga Skola.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kalmar to Halmstad, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with LT Kronoberg to go to Halmstad by bus.
  • Travel with Oresundstag, SJ, JLT to go to Halmstad by train.
Omio customers who travel from Kalmar to Halmstad often also extend their vacation to go to Hanover, Stockholm, Gothenburg, Copenhagen, Copenhagen Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Halmstad and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Halmstad to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully enjoy Halmstad's beaches, parks, and historical sites, a 2 to 3-day visit is recommended.

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