How to travel from Gävle to Halmstad, Sweden
The distance between Gävle and Halmstad is around 617km (383 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 10m.
10 routes found
We've found 10 different ways to get from Gävle to Halmstad by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Halmstad → Gävle if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Stockholm Centralstation then fly from Stockholm Bromma (BMA) to Halmstad (HAD).
- Duration3h 10m
- Flight time1h 10m
- Typical costSEK 2,310($215)
Multiple operators
5 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Stockholm Centralstation then Göteborg Centralstation and then to Halmstad C.
- Duration5h 45m
- Departshourly
- Typical costSEK 1,055($100)
1 similiar route
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Train and Bus
Take the train to Norrköping Centralstation then take the bus to Halmstad Eurostop.
- Duration9h 20m
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical costSEK 1,415($135)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gävle and Halmstad
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Gävle to Halmstad by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train and then fly which costs around SEK 725 ($68) and will take around 4hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 3h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately SEK 2,310 ($215).
The distance between Gävle and Halmstad is around 617km (383 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 509km (316 miles)
It takes around 5h 45m to get from Gävle and Halmstad by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 7h 10m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Gävle to Halmstad is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx SEK 2,310 ($215).
The cheapest way to travel between Gävle and Halmstad, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then fly which will typically cost around SEK 725 ($68) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Gävle and Halmstad. It typically takes around 5h 45m and departs hourly.
There are no direct train services that runs from Gävle to Halmstad. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Stockholm Centralstation and Göteborg Centralstation. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 5h 45m.
Swedish Railways, Vy Nattåg, MTRX, FlixTrain, Tågab and Öresundståg run train services between Gävle and Halmstad. Trains depart hourly and will take around 5h 45m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Gävle and Halmstad. We recommend that you take the train to Stockholm Centralstation then fly from Stockholm Bromma (BMA) to Halmstad (HAD). instead which will take 3h 10m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Gävle to Halmstad. We recommend that you take the train to Stockholm Centralstation then fly from Stockholm Bromma (BMA) to Halmstad (HAD). instead which will take 3h 10m.
The closest major airport to Halmstad is Angelholm Helsingborg Airport (AGH) (AGH) which is approximately 43km (27 miles) from Halmstad. Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport (GOT) (GOT) and Malmo Airport (MMX) (MMX) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Gävle and Halmstad. The distance is around 671km (417 miles) by road and it will take around 7h 10m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gävle to Halmstad is to take the train which takes, on average, 5h 45m and will usually cost around SEK 1,055 ($100).
Compare travel optionsbetween Gävle and Halmstad
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 5 similar | 3h 10m | SEK 2,310($215) | hourly | 617km (383 miles) |
| Train to Arlanda Centralstation, plane | 3h 10m | SEK 1,470($140) | hourly | 684km (425 miles) |
| Train to Stockholm Centralstation, plane | 3h 40m | SEK 2,705($255) | hourly | 707km (439 miles) |
| Train to Arlanda Centralstation, plane | 4hrs | SEK 725($68) | hourly | 708km (440 miles) |
| Train to Arlanda Centralstation, plane | 4h 35m | SEK 1,800($170) | hourly | 859km (534 miles) |
| Train to Arlanda Centralstation, plane | 4h 55m | SEK 885($83) | every 2 hours | 860km (535 miles) |
Train + 1 similar | 5h 45m | SEK 1,055($100) | hourly | 770km (479 miles) |
| Train via Hallsberg station | 7h 45m | SEK 850($80) | twice daily | 693km (431 miles) |
Train and Bus | 9h 20m | SEK 1,415($135) | 4 times a week | 805km (500 miles) |
Drive | 7h 10m | SEK 1,010($95) | on demand | 671km (417 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Gävle and Halmstad
Train operators
Vy Nattåg
MTRX
Tågab
Airlines
Braathens Regional Aviation
Norwegian Air International
Bus companies
Comati PSG
Airports near Halmstad
The following major airports near Halmstad offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Sweden and internationally.
Angelholm Helsingborg Airport (AGH)
- Distance
- 43km (27 miles) from Halmstad
Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport (GOT)
- Distance
- 115km (72 miles) from Halmstad
Malmo Airport (MMX)
- Distance
- 130km (81 miles) from Halmstad