Travelling to and in Halmstad

Easy to Get to Halmstad

Halmstad is ideally located on Sweden’s west coast. The E6 highway runs just outside the city, and several bus and train routes pass through the area. The local airport is only 10 minutes from downtown, while two international airports can be reached in less than two hours. For active travelers, several hiking and cycling trails also pass through Halmstad. Which way will you choose to travel?

Halmstad Travel Center

If you're traveling to Halmstad by public transportation, you'll arrive at Halmstad Travel Center, where trains, long-distance buses, regional buses, and local city buses all connect. The Kattegatt Trail also passes through the travel center.

Inside the station buildings, you'll find a Pressbyrån (swe) External link, opens in new window. convenience store, a Hallandstrafiken (swe) External link, opens in new window. service center, as well as a small café and restaurant.

Stay in the heart of the city

If you're looking for a comfortable night's sleep, Best Western PLUS Grand Hotel External link, opens in new window. is located right next to the travel center. If you prefer other accommodations, you'll find several hotels and hostels within a 10-minute walk.

Travel to Halmstad by train

Halmstad Central Station (Halmstad C) is part of Halmstad Travel Center, offering several convenient rail connections to and from the city.

From Copenhagen and Malmö in the south, as well as Gothenburg in the north, you can travel with either SJ (swe) External link, opens in new window. or the Öresund Train (Öresundståg) (swe). External link, opens in new window. Tickets for Öresundståg can also be purchased through Hallandstrafiken (swe) External link..

From Värnamo, Alvesta, or Växjö, you can travel on the Krösatåget train External link, opens in new window. through the scenic forests and countryside of Småland. The regional Pågatåg trains (swe) External link, opens in new window. from Skåne also stop in Halmstad.

Travel to and around Halmstad by bus

Hallandstrafiken (swe) External link, opens in new window. Hallandstrafiken operates the regional bus network throughout Halland. By bus, you can reach most destinations across the municipality. Whether you're heading to nearby attractions, the coast, or the area's deep forests, the bus is an easy way to get around. Most bus routes stop at Halmstad Travel Center adjacent to the train station. Many local city buses also stop at Stora Torg, the main square in downtown Halmstad. Visit hallandstrafiken.se (swe) External link, opens in new window. to find routes and schedules.

Flixbus External link, opens in new window. (which includes former Swebus services) also serves Halmstad. With FlixBus, you can travel directly to Halmstad from cities such as Oslo and Berlin. For information on public transportation throughout Sweden, visit resrobot.se (swe). External link, opens in new window.

Group travel to Halmstad

Traveling with a larger group and looking to charter a private bus? Visit Bokabuss.nu External link, opens in new window. to compare quotes from multiple bus operators. Planning to attend a conference in Halmstad? Visit the page Traveling to Your Conference in Halmstad (swe) for helpful tips and information.

Car, motorcycle and parking

Halmstad is easy to reach by car via the E6 highway, which stretches from Norway in the north to Malmö and onward to Copenhagen in the south. If you'd like to enjoy some of the region's beautiful scenery on your way to Halmstad, we recommend taking the Halland Coastal Route. You can also travel through the forests of Småland via Highways 15, 25, or 26.

Rental cars

Traveling by car or motorcycle gives you the freedom to explore all of Halmstad at your own pace. If you need to rent a car, several companies operate in Halmstad, including Europcar External link, opens in new window., Hertz (swe) External link, opens in new window., Avis (swe) External link, opens in new window., Hyrbilsdepån (swe) External link, opens in new window., Mabi External link, opens in new window. and Sixt (swe) External link, opens in new window.. Many of these companies also offer vehicle pick-up at Halmstad City Airport (swe) External link, opens in new window..

Parking

Outside downtown Halmstad and Tylösand, most parking areas are free of charge.

In downtown Halmstad, there are more than 7,200 parking spaces managed by the municipality, in addition to parking facilities operated by private companies. You can also view all municipal parking facilities in Halmstad online (swe). External link, opens in new window.

Rest areas

Taking regular breaks is an important part of any road trip. Why not stop in Simlångsdalen along Highway 25 and enjoy the peaceful surroundings, or take a break at one of Halmstad's beaches and breathe in the fresh sea air? The Swedish Transport Administration's website (swe) External link, opens in new window. provides information about designated rest areas throughout the region. If you're looking for local favorites and hidden gems, contact Halmstad Tourist Information for recommendations on great places to stop and relax along the way.

Air Travel

Halmstad has its own airport, Halmstad City Airport External link, opens in new window. (swe) External link, opens in new window.. From the airport, downtown Halmstad is easily reached by bicycle (15 minutes), local bus (20 minutes), or car (10 minutes). Most flights to Halmstad City Airport (swe) External link, opens in new window. operate from Stockholm Arlanda Airport External link, opens in new window. and the airport also offers several seasonal charter flights.

Gothenburg Landvetter Airport External link, opens in new window. can be reached in approximately two hours by car or by a combination of bus and train. Landvetter offers connections to Stockholm as well as a wide range of destinations, primarily across Europe.

Kastrup, Copenhagen Airport External link, opens in new window. is also about two hours away by train or car. As Scandinavia's largest international airport, Copenhagen Airport offers flights to destinations around the world, making it a convenient gateway for international visitors traveling to Halmstad.

Cycling

Halmstad is a bike-friendly city. Cycling is a way of life here, whether it's part of the daily commute or a leisure activity. Sweden's first national cycling route, the Kattegatt Trail, passes through Halmstad on its journey between Helsingborg in the south and Gothenburg in the north.

Cycling Routes

Halmstad offers everything from local cycling routes to nationally recognized trails. Here, cycling is more than just a way to get around, it's a great way to experience the destination. Because Halmstad has such a strong cycling culture, we've gathered the area's best cycling routes in one place. You'll also find information about mountain biking, fat biking, and other types of cycling.

Bike Rentals

Didn't bring your own bike, or interested in trying something new? There are several options for bike rentals in Halmstad, including Rent a bike Halmstad External link, opens in new window. (part of Kite Kalle External link, opens in new window.) and Levin & Nilsson External link, opens in new window.. Many hotels also offer bicycle rentals and cycling packages for guests.

E-Bikes, e-scooters and electric scooters

It's easy to rent e-bikes and e-scooters at locations throughout Halmstad. To rent a bike or scooter, you'll need to download the provider's mobile app. Information about local regulations for e-scooters is available on halmstad.se (swe). External link, opens in new window. The following rental operators are available in Halmstad:

• Tier External link, opens in new window. – e-bikes and e-scooters
• Bird External link, opens in new window. – e-scooters
• Ryde External link, opens in new window. – e-scooters
• Voi External link, opens in new window. – e-scooters
• Zeus Sweden External link, opens in new window. (swe) – e-scooters

Hiking and walking

You can also reach Halmstad on foot. Hike along the Halland Trail (Hallandsleden), External link, opens in new window. which connects to the Skåne Trail (Skåneleden) External link, opens in new window. in the south and the Bohus Trail (Bohusleden) External link, opens in new window. in the north. Halmstad is also home to several shorter trails and scenic routes waiting to be explored. If you'd like to spend a night in nature but don't have your own tent, you can stay in one of the area's permanent trail shelters.

Downtown Halmstad is easy to explore on foot. Stroll between cafés, shops, restaurants, and hotels, and enjoy the sight of the Nissan River as it flows toward the sea.

Halmstad offers a wide variety of scenic hiking trails. The Halland Trail is ideal for long-distance hikers looking for a multi-day adventure. If you prefer a shorter outing, there are plenty of shorter day hikes to choose from. Want to stay overnight in nature but don't have camping equipment with you? Spend the night in a trail shelter, or borrow a tent from Fritidsbanken (swe), External link, opens in new window. a community lending service that provides sports and outdoor equipment free of charge.