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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Halmstad to Karlstad
Cheapest price
€40
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 12 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
303 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Halmstad to Karlstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Halmstad to Karlstad will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
Of the 4 trains that leave Halmstad for Karlstad on Mon, Jul 13, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 13 the direct trains cover the 303 km distance in an average of 5 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Mon, Jul 13 the slowest trains will take 6 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:24 PM4h55Halmstad5:19 PMKarlstad€401One-way0 transfers- 1:24 PM4h55Halmstad6:19 PMKarlstad€411One-way0 transfers
2:20 PM4h20Halmstad6:40 PMKarlstad€441One-way0 transfers- 2:29 PM6h38Halmstad9:07 PMKarlstad€501One-way0 transfers
- 2:20 PM4h20Halmstad6:40 PMKarlstad€441One-way0 transfers
- 1:24 PM4h55Halmstad6:19 PMKarlstad€411One-way0 transfers
- 12:24 PM4h55Halmstad5:19 PMKarlstad€401One-way0 transfers
- 2:29 PM6h38Halmstad9:07 PMKarlstad€501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Halmstad to Karlstad
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Halmstad to Karlstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €32, and a bus costs an average of €39.
Distance: 303 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€45 Average price Cheapest | €52 Average price |
4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 45m Average total duration 12h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Halmstad to Karlstad train times
The table below shows live departures for Halmstad to Karlstad trains for today, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 3:37 PM Halmstad | 12h57 | 4:34 AM Karlstad | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Halmstad to Karlstad
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Trains from Halmstad to Karlstad run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 303 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 303 km |
Average train duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 12:38 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik from Halmstad to Karlstad trainsSJ, Västtrafik trains will get you between Halmstad and Karlstad from €32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Halmstad to Karlstad
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Halmstad to Karlstad 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 Karlstad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Halmstad to Karlstad
Most Halmstad to Karlstad trains use the Halmstad Centralstation to Karlstad tågstation station pair, with some services arriving at Karlstad, Mariebergsskogen. Use this guide to compare Halmstad and Karlstad train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Halmstad station do trains to Karlstad leave from?
Getting to Halmstad Centralstation from Halmstad city centre
Halmstad Centralstation train station facilities and services
Halmstad 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: Restaurang Stationsgatan 44, Harrys Halmstad
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Halmstad Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Halmstad Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Halmstad Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Halmstad Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Halmstad Centralstation: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Continental Relax & Spa, Best Western Plus Grand Hotel, Scandic Hallandia.
Halmstad, Resecentrum train station facilities and services
Halmstad, Resecentrum has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Halmstad, Resecentrum: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Halmstad, Sturegymnasiet train station facilities and services
Halmstad, Sturegymnasiet has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Halmstad, Sturegymnasiet: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Karlstad station do trains from Halmstad arrive at?
Getting to Karlstad tågstation from Karlstad city centre
Karlstad tågstation train station facilities and services
Karlstad tågstation 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: Restaurant Frost, Br. Olssons Elektriska
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlstad tågstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Karlstad tågstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlstad tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlstad tågstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlstad tågstation: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Drott, Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Scandic Karlstad City.
Getting to Karlstad, Busstation from Karlstad city centre
Karlstad, Busstation train station facilities and services
Karlstad, Busstation has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlstad, Busstation.
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