What is the cheapest way to get from Helsingborg to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Helsingborg to Cologne is to bus which costs €60 - €140 and takes 18h.

What is the fastest way to get from Helsingborg to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Helsingborg to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 5h 54m and costs €100 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Helsingborg and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Helsingborg station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Helsingborg Centralstation and arriving at Köln via Copenhagen Busterminal and Dusseldorf Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h.

Is there a direct train between Helsingborg and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Helsingborg station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Helsingborg Centralstation and arriving at Köln Hbf via København H and Hamburg-Altona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 41m.

How far is it from Helsingborg to Cologne?

The distance between Helsingborg and Cologne is 771 km. The road distance is 979.2 km.

How do I travel from Helsingborg to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Helsingborg to Cologne without a car is to train via Copenhagen which takes 11h 41m and costs €180 - €380.

How long does it take to get from Helsingborg to Cologne?

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Helsingborg to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helsingborg to Cologne bus from?

Helsingborg to Cologne bus services, operated by Vy Buss, depart from Helsingborg Centralstation.

Where do I catch the Helsingborg to Cologne train from?

Helsingborg to Cologne train services, operated by Öresundståg, depart from Helsingborg Centralstation.

Train or bus from Helsingborg to Cologne?

The best way to get from Helsingborg to Cologne is to train via Copenhagen which takes 11h 41m and costs €180 - €380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €140 and takes 18h.

Where does the Helsingborg to Cologne bus arrive?

Helsingborg to Cologne bus services, operated by Vy Buss, arrive at Dybbølsbro fjernbussterminal station.

Where does the Helsingborg to Cologne train arrive?

Helsingborg to Cologne train services, operated by Öresundståg, arrive at Köpenhamn H station.

Can I drive from Helsingborg to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Helsingborg to Cologne is 979 km. It takes approximately 8h 37m to drive from Helsingborg to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Helsingborg to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Helsingborg to Cologne - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Helsingborg to Cologne by train, plane, bus, car, or car train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
best
1. Take the train from Helsingborg Centralstation to Copenhagen Lufthavntrain
2. Fly from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane CPH - DUS
5h 54m
€100–269
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Helsingborg Centralstation to Dybbølsbro fjernbussterminalbus 600 / ...
2. Take the bus from Copenhagen Busterminal to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus N74
18h
€62–140
Train via Copenhagen
1. Take the train from Helsingborg Centralstation to Köpenhamn Htrain
2. Take the train from København H to Hamburg-Altonatrain Rj
3. Take the train from Hamburg-Altona to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
11h 41m
€186–371
Drive 979.2 km
1. Drive from Helsingborg to Colognecar 979.2 km
8h 37m
€159–230
Train, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Helsingborg Centralstation to Copenhagen Lufthavntrain
2. Fly from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane CPH - CGN
7h 11m
€90–276
Train, fly to Frankfurt
1. Take the train from Helsingborg Centralstation to Copenhagen Lufthavntrain
2. Fly from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane CPH - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
6h 26m
€152–360
Train, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Helsingborg Centralstation to Copenhagen Lufthavntrain
2. Fly from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane CPH - BRU
3. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain
7h 58m
€135–375
Train
1. Take the train from Helsingborg C to Hamburg Hbftrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
11h 42m
€135–305
Train #2
1. Take the train from Helsingborg Centralstation to Hamburg-Harburgtrain 13471
2. Take the train from Tostedt to Köln Hbftrain Drf
13h 54m
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Helsingborg to Hamburg Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Hbfcartrain
3. Drive from Hannover Hbf to Colognecar
8h 50m
€222–303

Helsingborg to Cologne by train

17Weekly Trains

11h 41mAverage Duration

€186Cheapest Price

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Distance: 771.4 km
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Helsingborg, Sweden and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Helsingborg Centralstation to Köln Hbf via Köpenhamn H, København H, and Hamburg-Altona in around 11h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helsingborg Centralstation to Köln via Dybbølsbro fjernbussterminal, Copenhagen Busterminal, and Dusseldorf Central Bus Station in around 18h.

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