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How long is the ferry from Helsingør to Helsingborg?

The shortest ferry link between Denmark and Sweden.

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Short answer

The ferry between Helsingør and Helsingborg takes about 20 minutes. In 2026 the route is run by Øresundslinjen, part of the Molslinjen group, and the ferries leave every 20 minutes. The timetable has departures in the morning, at midday, in the evening and at night. The ferries run on electricity from renewable sources, and two of them can charge electric cars on board.

Ferries in Helsingør

Why

  1. The crossing takes about 20 minutes.
  2. Ferries leave every 20 minutes.
  3. There are also night departures.

Details

On board there is a restaurant, a bar, a café and a shop with beauty products, sweets and drinks.

Tip

Lavpris tickets are marked in yellow in the timetable and are found on several morning and evening departures.

What may differ

Exact departure times are in the timetable, so check it if you travel late at night.

Common misconception

You have to book the Helsingør ferry days in advance.

What actually happens

With a departure every 20 minutes most people simply buy a ticket and take the next ferry.

People also ask

  • Is the ferry or the bridge cheaper to Sweden?
  • Does the Helsingør ferry run at night?
  • Can you walk onto the Helsingør ferry?

Sources

This answer is for reference only. Timetables, routes and fares change, so check the operator before you travel.

Ferries in Helsingør
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