The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Helsingborg
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 44 m
Trains per day
55
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Helsingborg will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
To travel from Hamburg to Helsingborg you need to make at least one change.
11174 · RJ 13462 · R 1154 · 160016:3911h44Hamburg Hbf4:23Helsingborg Maria station£341One-way3 changes
11174 · RJ 13462 · R 115416:398h15Hamburg Hbf0:54Helsingborg Centralstation£341One-way2 changes
RJ 13462 · R 1154 · 160016:1812h05Hamburg Hbf4:23Helsingborg Maria station£521One-way2 changes
RJ 13462 · R 115416:188h36Hamburg Hbf0:54Helsingborg Centralstation£521One-way1 change
ECE 394 · R 1138 · 163814:348h49Hamburg Hbf23:23Helsingborg Maria station£571One-way2 changes
S3 · ECE 1198 · R 10706:497h35Hamburg Altona14:24Helsingborg Centralstation£951One-way2 changes
RJ 13464 · R 111812:447h40Hamburg Harburg20:24Helsingborg Centralstation£691One-way1 change
S3 · ECE 398 · R 10868:397h45Hamburg Altona16:24Helsingborg Centralstation£1361One-way2 changes
RJ 13464 · R 111812:357h49Hamburg Harburg20:24Helsingborg Centralstation£691One-way1 change
S3 · 11162 · ECE 396 · R 2137610:297h51Hamburg Altona18:20Helsingborg Centralstation£1041One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Hamburg to Helsingborg
Omio 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 coach with prices starting from £24. 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 coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £80.
Distance: 324 km
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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* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Hamburg to Helsingborg train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Helsingborg trains for tomorrow, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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S5 · S3 · 11152 · IC 5752 | 5:13 Hamburg Altona | 9h41 | 14:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 5 changes | |
S5 · S3 · 11152 · IC 5752 | 5:13 Hamburg Altona | 10h10 | 15:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 6 changes | |
S3 · ECE 1198 · R 1070 · 1670 | 6:49 Hamburg Altona | 8h04 | 14:53 Helsingborg Maria station | 3 changes | |
S3 · ECE 1198 · R 1070 | 6:49 Hamburg Altona | 7h35 | 14:24 Helsingborg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
S3 · ECE 398+ 1090 Öresundstågen | 8:26 Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 8h28 | 16:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
S3 · ECE 398+ 1094 Öresundstågen | 8:26 Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 8h58 | 17:24 Helsingborg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
S3 · ECE 398+ 1086 Öresundstågen | 8:26 Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 7h58 | 16:24 Helsingborg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
S3 · ECE 398 · R 1086 | 8:39 Hamburg Altona | 7h45 | 16:24 Helsingborg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
S3 · ECE 398 · R 1086 · 1674 | 8:39 Hamburg Altona | 8h14 | 16:53 Helsingborg Maria station | 3 changes | |
S3 · 11160 · IC 5756 · ICL 50042 | 9:29 Hamburg Altona | 9h21 | 18:50 Helsingborg Centralstation | 4 changes | |
S3 · 11160 · IC 5756 · ICL 50042 | 9:29 Hamburg Altona | 9h54 | 19:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 5 changes | |
S3 · 11012 · R 5052 · IC 846 | 9:49 Hamburg Altona | 10h05 | 19:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 6 changes | |
S3 · 11012 · R 5052 · IC 846 | 9:49 Hamburg Altona | 10h34 | 20:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 7 changes | |
ECE 396 · R 1106 · 1630 | 10:23 Hamburg Hbf | 9h00 | 19:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 2 changes | |
ECE 396 · R 21376 | 10:23 Hamburg Hbf | 7h57 | 18:20 Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 change | |
ECE 396+ 1102 Öresundstågen | 10:23 Hamburg Hbf | 8h01 | 18:24 Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 change | |
ECE 396+ 1378 Öresundstågen | 10:23 Hamburg Hbf | 8h27 | 18:50 Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 change | |
ECE 396+ 1376 Öresundstågen | 10:23 Hamburg Hbf | 7h57 | 18:20 Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 change | |
S3 · 11162 · ECE 396 · R 1106 | 10:29 Hamburg Altona | 8h54 | 19:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 4 changes | |
S3 · 11162 · ECE 396 · R 21376 | 10:29 Hamburg Altona | 7h51 | 18:20 Helsingborg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
S3 · ECE 1196 · ICL 50046+ 1114 Öresundstågen | 11:06 Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 8h48 | 19:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
S3 · ECE 1196 · ICL 50046+ 1122 Öresundstågen | 11:06 Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 9h48 | 20:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
S3 · ECE 1196 · ICL 50046+ 1118 Öresundstågen | 11:06 Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 9h18 | 20:24 Helsingborg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
ECE 1196 · ICL 50046 · R 1114 · 1632 | On time 11:29 Hamburg Harburg | 8h54 | 20:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 3 changes | |
ECE 1196 · ICL 50046 · R 1114 | On time 11:29 Hamburg Harburg | 8h25 | 19:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
S3 · 11164 · IC 5758 · ICL 50050 | 11:29 Hamburg Altona | 9h25 | 20:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 4 changes | |
S3 · 11164 · IC 5758 · ICL 50050 | 11:29 Hamburg Altona | 9h54 | 21:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 5 changes | |
S3 · 11016 · R 5064 · IC 854 | 11:49 Hamburg Altona | 10h34 | 22:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 7 changes | |
S3 · 11016 · R 5064 · IC 854 | 11:49 Hamburg Altona | 10h05 | 21:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 6 changes | |
RJ 13464 · R 1122 · 1634 | On time 12:35 Hamburg Harburg | 8h48 | 21:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 2 changes | |
RJ 13464 · R 1118 | On time 12:35 Hamburg Harburg | 7h49 | 20:24 Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 change | |
RJ 13464 · R 1118 | On time 12:44 Hamburg Harburg | 7h40 | 20:24 Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 change | |
RJ 13464 · R 1122 · 1634 | On time 12:44 Hamburg Harburg | 8h39 | 21:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 2 changes | |
S3 · 11168 · IC 5760 · ICL 50058 | 13:29 Hamburg Altona | 9h54 | 23:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 5 changes | |
S3 · 11168 · IC 5760 · ICL 50058 | 13:29 Hamburg Altona | 9h25 | 22:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 4 changes | |
S3 · 11168 · IC 5760 · ICL 50058 | 13:29 Hamburg Altona | 9h25 | 22:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 4 changes | |
S3 · 11168 · IC 5760 · ICL 50058 | 13:29 Hamburg Altona | 9h54 | 23:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 5 changes | |
ECE 394 · R 1138 · 1638 | 14:34 Hamburg Hbf | 8h49 | 23:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 2 changes | |
ECE 394 · R 1138 | 14:34 Hamburg Hbf | 8h20 | 22:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 change | |
ECE 394 · R 1138 · 1638 | 14:34 Hamburg Hbf | 8h49 | 23:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 2 changes | |
ECE 394 · R 1138 | 14:34 Hamburg Hbf | 8h20 | 22:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 change | |
ECE 394+ 1138 Öresundstågen | 14:34 Hamburg Hbf | 8h20 | 22:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 change | |
ECE 394+ 1146 Öresundstågen | 14:34 Hamburg Hbf | 9h20 | 23:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 change | |
ECE 394+ 1154 Öresundstågen | 14:34 Hamburg Hbf | 10h20 | 0:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 change | |
11170 · ECE 394 · R 1138 · 1638 | 14:39 Hamburg Hbf | 8h44 | 23:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 3 changes | |
11170 · ECE 394 · R 1138 | 14:39 Hamburg Hbf | 8h15 | 22:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
S3 · 11172 · IC 5762 · ICL 50066 | 15:19 Hamburg Altona | 13h04 | 4:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 5 changes | |
S3 · 11172 · IC 5762 · ICL 50066 | 15:19 Hamburg Altona | 9h35 | 0:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 4 changes | |
RJ 13462 · R 1154 · 1600 | On time 16:18 Hamburg Hbf | 12h05 | 4:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 2 changes | |
RJ 13462 · R 1154 | On time 16:18 Hamburg Hbf | 8h36 | 0:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 change | |
RJ 13462+ 1154 Öresundstågen | On time 16:18 Hamburg Hbf | 8h36 | 0:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 1 change | |
S3 · 11174 · RJ 13462 · R 1154 | 16:29 Hamburg Altona | 8h25 | 0:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
S3 · 11174 · RJ 13462 · R 1154 | 16:29 Hamburg Altona | 11h54 | 4:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 4 changes | |
11174 · RJ 13462 · R 1154 · 1600 | 16:39 Hamburg Hbf | 11h44 | 4:23 Helsingborg Maria station | 3 changes | |
11174 · RJ 13462 · R 1154 | 16:39 Hamburg Hbf | 8h15 | 0:54 Helsingborg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Helsingborg
Trains from Hamburg to Helsingborg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £21 by ferry.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 324 km distance in 6h 39m.
Distance 324 km |
Average train duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 39m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SJ, Snälltåget from Hamburg to Helsingborg trainsDeutsche Bahn, SJ, Snälltåget trains will get you between Hamburg and Helsingborg from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
SJ
Snälltåget
FAQs: Hamburg to Helsingborg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Helsingborg
Most Hamburg to Helsingborg trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Helsingborg Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Helsingborg, Regementsvägen. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Helsingborg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Helsingborg leave from?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Altona from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Altona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
Getting to Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) train station facilities and services
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Block House, Schweinske
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europäischer Hof Hamburg, Reichshof Hamburg, Curio Collection by Hilton, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof.
Which Helsingborg station do trains from Hamburg arrive at?
Getting to Helsingborg Centralstation from Helsingborg city centre
Helsingborg Centralstation train station facilities and services
Helsingborg Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Nelly's Food Etc., Kitchen & Table Helsingborg
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Helsingborg Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Helsingborg Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Helsingborg Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Helsingborg Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Helsingborg Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Metropol Hotel, Elite Hotel Marina Plaza, Clarion Grand Hotel.
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