Day trip from Copenhagen to Helsingborg
Helsingborg lies 42 km (26 mi) north of Copenhagen, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 42 km (26 mi) apart, Helsingborg is a realistic day trip from Copenhagen: about 41 min each way by road.
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| Copenhagen | Helsingborg | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Denmark | Sweden |
| Population | 1.2 million | 104,250 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 13 m (43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Copenhagen) | UTC+2 (Europe/Stockholm) |
What changes when you arrive in Helsingborg
Crossing from Denmark into Sweden: money changes from the Krone to the Krona (SEK); sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +46; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book tours and tickets in Helsingborg
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Staying in Helsingborg
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Common questions
How far is Helsingborg from Copenhagen?
42 km (26 mi) in a straight line, north of Copenhagen; by road roughly 51 km (32 mi).
How long does it take to get from Copenhagen to Helsingborg by road?
About 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Copenhagen and Helsingborg?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Helsingborg?
The Krona (SEK).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.