Ferry to Sweden
Helsingør – Helsingborg
From Denmark to Sweden in just 20 minutes – the shortest ferry crossing over the Öresund. Every 20 minutes, 365 days a year.
- Up to 53 departures a day – first ferry at 00:10, last at 23:40
- Just 20 minutes across the Öresund (9.6 km)
- Car including passengers, every 20 minutes all year round
Getting There & Prices
Getting there, ports and prices
How to get to the Helsingør and Helsingborg ferry terminals
The Helsingør ferry terminal sits on the north-east coast of the island of Zealand in Denmark, just a few minutes' walk from Helsingør station and the famous Kronborg Castle. The destination port, Helsingborg, lies right in the centre of this southern Swedish port city, only five minutes from Helsingborg C station. Öresundslinjen is the only operator on this route.
From Germany via Denmark to Helsingør
From Germany, take the E47/E55 through Denmark towards Copenhagen. North of Copenhagen, continue on the E47 motorway towards Helsingør. From the Öresund Bridge to Helsingør it's about 60 km, from Rødby (ferry from Puttgarden) around 170 km, and from Gedser (ferry from Rostock) around 210 km.
Arriving at the Helsingør ferry terminal
In Helsingør, follow the signs to the ferry terminal or Öresundslinjen. The terminal is right on the harbour, centrally located at Færgevej 8 (3000 Helsingør). Paid parking is available around the port for foot passengers. Both terminals are centrally located: in Helsingør just ten minutes from the station, and in Helsingborg (Bredgatan 15) only five minutes from Helsingborg C station – ideal for foot passengers and rail travellers too.
Check-in and departure
Check-in for vehicles closes 10 minutes before departure at the latest, and for foot passengers 3 minutes before departure. Boarding runs via express check-in: if you gave your number plate when booking, you're registered automatically and can drive straight onto the ferry. If you have a Scandlines through-ticket, scan the barcode at the machine or show your booking confirmation.
How much does the ferry cost?
Öresundslinjen offers two fare types: the cheaper Lowprice ticket with a narrow time window (one hour before and after the booked departure, non-refundable), and the flexible Standard ticket with an eight-hour window, which can be rebooked and cancelled free of charge. Prices are dynamic, so it pays to book early. Buying at the terminal ticket machine costs noticeably more than booking online, so booking via the website or the Molslinjen app is almost always cheaper. Fares are higher in the peak season from June to August than in the off-season.
The car fare covers vehicles up to six metres in length including all passengers; longer vehicles incur a length surcharge, and motorhomes and vehicle-and-trailer combinations from six to twelve metres check in manually. Trailers require an extra ticket, priced according to length (under or over five metres, maximum height 1.95 m or 4 m). Motorbikes have their own fare including the rider, and bicycles travel at a flat rate including the cyclist. Foot passengers pay less for a same-day return than for two one-way Standard tickets, and children under 7 travel free.
For travellers coming from Germany, the Scandlines through-ticket combines a Puttgarden–Rødby or Rostock–Gedser crossing with the Öresund ferry between Helsingør and Helsingborg. One ticket covers both crossings, the car fare includes up to nine people, and the Öresund leg can be used up to eight hours before or after your booked Scandlines departure.
You'll find current prices for all vehicle types, fares and the through-ticket in the price overview.
Helsingør – Helsingborg
By ferry from Denmark to Sweden across the Öresund
The Helsingør–Helsingborg route is the shortest and busiest ferry crossing over the Öresund – at just 20 minutes, it's over almost as soon as it starts. The route links the Danish castle town of Helsingør on the island of Zealand with the southern Swedish port city of Helsingborg in Skåne, making it the gateway to Sweden for anyone who wants to avoid the Öresund Bridge.
The route is operated year-round, almost around the clock, by Öresundslinjen (part of the Molslinjen group) with four modern ferries: Tycho Brahe, Aurora af Helsingborg, Hamlet and Mercandia IV. On board you'll find restaurants, cafés, seating areas and duty-free shops. Whether you're travelling by car, motorhome, motorbike, bicycle or on foot, Helsingør–Helsingborg makes a perfect leg on the way to Sweden – especially combined with the Scandlines through-ticket from Puttgarden–Rødby or Rostock–Gedser. On the Danish side, don't miss the UNESCO World Heritage Kronborg Castle (Shakespeare's Hamlet), while on the Swedish side there's the medieval Kärnan tower, Sofiero Castle and Helsingborg's lively waterfront.
- Crossing time
- 20 min
- Operator
- Öresundslinjen
- Frequency
- up to 53× daily
- From
- SEK 299
Next departures
Öresundslinjen sails year-round between Helsingør and Helsingborg – every 20 minutes during the day, roughly every 30 minutes at night. The first ferry departs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. With up to 53 departures a day, there's always a sailing to suit you.
FAQ Helsingør - Helsingborg
Frequently asked questions
Questions and answers about the Helsingør–Helsingborg ferry route
How long does the ferry from Helsingør to Helsingborg take?+
The crossing from Helsingør to Helsingborg takes just 20 minutes, making it the fastest ferry link between Denmark and Sweden.
How often does the ferry run between Helsingør and Helsingborg?+
Öresundslinjen ferries run around the clock, 365 days a year. During the day there's a departure every 20 minutes; at night the ferries run on a reduced schedule.
The first ferry departs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. In total that's over 50 departures a day in each direction.
How much does the Helsingør–Helsingborg ferry cost?+
There are two fare types: the cheaper Lowprice ticket with a narrow time window, and the flexible Standard ticket, which can be rebooked and cancelled free of charge. Prices are dynamic, so booking early pays off.
Buying at the terminal ticket machine costs noticeably more than booking online. You'll find current prices for all vehicle types and fares in the price overview.
Who operates the ferry – Øresundslinjen or Scandlines?+
The route is operated by Øresundslinjen, a subsidiary of Molslinjen. The company was previously known as HH-Ferries, then Scandlines, and most recently ForSea Ferries, before taking its current name in 2023.
Scandlines doesn't run the route itself, but offers it as a through-ticket alongside the Puttgarden–Rødby or Rostock–Gedser routes – ideal if you're travelling from Germany.
Do I need to book my ticket in advance, or can I just turn up?+
With the Lowprice ticket, your ticket is valid for one hour before and after the booked departure. With the Standard ticket, you get an 8-hour window before and after your booked sailing – so you can simply catch a different ferry without rebooking.
You can also buy a ticket at the terminal without booking ahead. In peak season, though, it's worth booking online via the website or the Molslinjen app.
Can I bring my dog or cat on the ferry?+
Yes, dogs and cats are welcome on board as long as they're on a lead and don't disturb other passengers. No separate ticket is needed for pets.
To enter Sweden, your pet must be at least 15 weeks old, microchipped and vaccinated against rabies (at least 21 days before travel). You'll also need an EU pet passport and must declare your pet to Swedish customs.
Which ships run on the route, and what's on board?+
Five ships operate on the route: Tycho Brahe, Aurora af Helsingborg, Hamlet, Mercandia IV and Mercandia VIII. The three largest ferries each carry up to 1,250 passengers and 240 cars.
All ferries have a restaurant, café, onboard shop and seating areas. The Tycho Brahe and Aurora run on battery power and are fully emission-free in battery mode.