Getting There and Away

Helsingør / Elsinore viewed from sea side. Visible from left  : Sct Olav Cathedral, Hammershøj Care Centre by  Jørn Utzon and Kronborg Castle,
Karen Rustad, Wikimedia Commons

Helsingør is a central transportation hub in North Zealand, Denmark, featuring a main railway station, a ferry terminal, and a bus terminal, all conveniently located adjacent to each other near the port.

From Copenhagen:

  • Train:: Direct regional express trains from Copenhagen Central Station (København H) or Copenhagen Airport to Helsingør Station run approximately every 20 minutes. The journey typically takes 45-55 minutes. A one-way ticket costs around DKK 60-95, and the Copenhagen Card includes this journey.
  • Bus:: A bus journey from Nørreport St. to Helsingør St. via Kokkedal St. involves a transfer and takes about 2 hours 22 minutes, with costs ranging from DKK 42-58.
  • Car:: Driving from Copenhagen to Helsingør takes approximately 30-60 minutes, depending on the route (E47 for speed, Strandvej for scenery). Estimated costs for driving are between DKK 62-89.

To/From Helsingborg, Sweden:

  • Ferry:: Frequent ferry services by Öresundslinjen/ForSea Ferries connect Helsingør ferry terminal directly to Helsingborg. Ferries depart every 20-30 minutes, operating 24/7. The crossing takes approximately 20 minutes. Pedestrian tickets start from around €10 (approx. DKK 75), while a regular car costs about DKK 199 when booked online.