Travel Information
Getting to Lund
The easiest way to reach Lund is by flying to Copenhagen Airport (Kastrup Airport, CPH) in Denmark. From the airport, direct trains to Lund Central Station run frequently and take approximately 35–45 minutes.
You can also travel to Lund by train from other Swedish cities. Most long-distance trains arrive at:
- Lund Central Station (Lund C)
Malmö Airport (MMX) is another option, located about 30 km from Lund, with airport bus connections available.
Practical Information
Public Transport in Lund and Skåne
Rush Hour
Public transport is busiest during:
- 07:00–09:00
- 16:00–18:00
Ticket Prices
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Typical fares:
- Local travel within Lund:
- Single ticket: approximately 27–35 SEK
- Travel between Copenhagen Airport and Lund:
- Approximately 140–170 SEK depending on ticket type
Tickets can be purchased:
- Via the Skånetrafiken mobile app
- From ticket machines at stations
- Using contactless payment on many regional buses and trains
- At convenience stores such as Pressbyrån
- Local travel within Lund:
Useful Apps
Available on both App Store and Google Play:
- Skånetrafiken — public transport tickets and journey planning
- SJ — Swedish rail travel
- Rejseplanen — Danish public transport planning
- Uber or Bolt — taxi services (availability varies)
- Donkey Republic — bike rental
- Google Maps — public transport and cycling route
Currency and Payments
The currency in Sweden is the Swedish Krona (SEK).
Approximate exchange rate:
- 1 EUR ≈ 11–12 SEK
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted throughout Sweden, including VISA and Mastercard. Sweden is largely cashless, and many businesses prefer card or mobile payments.
ATMs are available in Lund, but cash is rarely needed.
Weather
Average temperatures in Copenhagen at the end of August:
- Daytime: approximately 20°C
- Night-time: approximately 13–15°C
Emergency Information
In case of emergency in Sweden or Denmark, dial 112.
This free emergency number connects you to:
- Police
- Fire brigade
- Ambulance services