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The cheapest and fastest buses from Dortmund to Malmö

Showing times and prices for Jun 23

Cheapest price

$62

Average price

$69

Fastest journey

14 h 3 m

Average duration

15 h 45 m

Buses per day

9

Distance

583 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dortmund to Malmö is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Dortmund to Malmö will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Dortmund to Malmö without transferring at least once.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:20 PM17h05
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    2:25 PMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $621One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:50 PM17h15
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    5:05 PMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $621One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:50 PM18h35
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    9:25 AMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $621One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:50 PM19h05
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    6:55 PMMalmö, Hyllie
    $631One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:40 AM14h50
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    1:30 AMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $631One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Dortmund to Malmö

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Malmö among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a train costs an average of $138.

Distance: 362 miles (583 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Train
Driving

$83

Average price

Cheapest

$138

Average price

$249

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

14h 16m

Average total duration

13h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

8h 26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 43m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.6 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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FlixBus

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Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

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The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Malmö is a bus with an average price of $83 (€68).

This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Malmö:

A bus is $54 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Malmö costing on average $138 (€113).

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Malmö is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 20m.

Other travel options to Malmö take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 26m.

Bus takes on average 13h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dortmund and Malmö including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Dortmund to Malmö among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

Dortmund to Malmö Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:00AM
Arrival Time
03:00PM
Duration
15h00
Departure days
Wed, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$63
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:00AM
Arrival Time
04:30PM
Duration
14h30
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:32AM
Arrival Time
11:35PM
Duration
14h03
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$66
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:40AM
Arrival Time
01:30AM
Duration
14h50
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$60
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:32PM
Arrival Time
05:30AM
Duration
15h58
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$55
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:50PM
Arrival Time
07:05AM
Duration
17h15
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$64
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:05PM
Arrival Time
05:30AM
Duration
15h25
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:20PM
Arrival Time
10:50AM
Duration
20h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$88
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:50PM
Arrival Time
09:25AM
Duration
18h35
Departure days
Mon, Tue
Cheapest price
$62
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:32PM
Arrival Time
07:45AM
Duration
14h13
Departure days
Mon, Thu
Cheapest price
$85
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:45PM
Arrival Time
07:45AM
Duration
13h00
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$62
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:20PM
Arrival Time
12:25PM
Duration
17h05
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$80
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:20PM
Arrival Time
01:25PM
Duration
17h05
Departure days
Wed, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$58
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:20PM
Arrival Time
02:25PM
Duration
17h05
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$55
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:50PM
Arrival Time
04:55PM
Duration
19h05
Departure days
Wed, Sun
Cheapest price
$73
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:50PM
Arrival Time
04:50PM
Duration
18h00
Departure days
Wed, Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$76
Operator
KLR
Departure Time
11:25PM
Arrival Time
07:00PM
Duration
19h35
Departure days
Mon, Thu
Cheapest price
$124
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:50PM
Arrival Time
04:30PM
Duration
16h40
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$54

Live departures

Dortmund to Malmö bus times

The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Malmö buses for today, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus5:32 PM Dortmund Hbf
14h48
8:20 AM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:45 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
18h50
1:35 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan2 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:45 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
19h45
2:30 PM Malmö, Hyllie2 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:20 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
17h05
2:25 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan1 transfer
KLR523д · 523д11:25 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
19h35
7:00 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus11:50 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
19h05
6:55 PM Malmö, Hyllie2 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:50 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
19h05
6:55 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan1 transfer
Tuesday, June 23
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus2:00 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
15h50
5:50 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus2:00 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
16h55
6:55 PM Malmö, Hyllie1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain9:32 AM Dortmund Hbf
14h03
11:35 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan2 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus10:40 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
14h50
1:30 AM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus2:50 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
18h35
9:25 AM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan1 transfer

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Dortmund to Malmö

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SwedenSweden
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Buses from Dortmund to Malmö run on average 7 times per day, taking around 13h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $58 (€48) if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:23, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 362 miles (583 km) distance in 14h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
362 miles (583 km)
Average bus duration
13h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
$58 (€48)
Buses per day
7
Fastest bus
14h 50m
First bus
12:23 AM
Last bus
11:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
63 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus from Dortmund to MalmöYou can travel by bus between Dortmund to Malmö with FlixBus for as low as $58 (€48). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
14h 50m
Cheapest Price
$58 (€48)
FlixBus frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Complete guide to Malmö

Things to do in Malmö

Discover the best of Malmö — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Malmö trip today.

  • Must visit

Moderna Museet Malmö

Branch of Sweden’s modern art museum in a converted power station, known for contemporary art exhibitions and a strong national profile.

  • Must visit

Malmö Museer

City museum complex covering local history, natural science, technology, and maritime heritage, spread across historic buildings near the castle.

  • Must visit

Malmö Konsthall

One of Europe’s largest halls for contemporary art, admired for its light-filled architecture and changing international exhibitions.

Swedish Krona

Malmö is costly for many visitors. Cards dominate, and restaurant and coffee prices are high by regional standards.

Average meal costs

Budget
SEK 100-140 for fast food or lunch.
Mid-range
SEK 180-320 per person.
Fine dining
SEK 700+ per person.
Coffee
SEK 35-50 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Tipping is not expected, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.

FAQs: Bus from Dortmund to Malmö

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Malmö by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Malmö, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Dortmund to Malmö can start from as little as $58 (€48) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Dortmund to Malmö is $83 (€68) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Dortmund to Malmö is 14h 50m to travel the 362 miles (583 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Dortmund to Malmö leaves at 12:23 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Dortmund to Malmö leaves at 11:50 PM.
There are 7 buses a day from Dortmund to Malmö which require at least one change with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Dortmund to Malmö, you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Malmö. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Dortmund and Malmö and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
When departing from Dortmund , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf . When arriving in Malmö , you can end your journey in bus stations like Malmö, Norra Vallgatan, Malmö, Hyllie .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Malmö, Norra Vallgatan, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Malmö from Dortmund is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 14h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Dortmund to Malmö is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dortmund and Malmö including taking a train and bus.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Dortmund to Malmö for bus company FlixBus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Dortmund to Malmö:
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Malmö are:
  • Turning Torso, an iconic twisted skyscraper and the tallest building in Scandinavia
  • Malmö Castle, a historic fortress housing museums and exhibitions
  • Lilla Torg, a charming square known for its vibrant atmosphere and outdoor cafes
  • Malmöhus Slott, a Renaissance castle offering insights into the city's history
  • Kungsparken, a picturesque park perfect for leisurely strolls and picnics.
The best things to do in Malmö include:
  • Malmö Konsthall, a contemporary art gallery featuring rotating exhibitions and a minimalist architectural design
  • Ribersborg Beach, a popular spot for swimming, sunbathing, and enjoying the scenic views of the Öresund Bridge
  • Folkets Park, a lively park with playgrounds, cafes, and a small zoo
  • Öresund Bridge, an engineering marvel connecting Sweden and Denmark, offering stunning views
  • Möllevångstorget, a bustling square known for its multicultural atmosphere and vibrant market.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Dortmund to Malmö depends on the bus companies:
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Dortmund to Malmö.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Dortmund to Malmö:
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Dortmund to Malmö:
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Dortmund to Malmö. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Dortmund to Malmö with the following bus company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Dortmund to Malmö with the following bus company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Dortmund to Malmö with the following bus company: FlixBus.
Since both Dortmund and Malmö are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Dortmund to Malmö among Omio's users.
Sweden uses the Swedish krona (SEK) as its currency. It is generally better for travelers to use cards, as card payments are widely accepted across the country, including in most shops, restaurants, and public transportation. Cash is less commonly used but can be handy in smaller towns or for small purchases.
In Malmö, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing and petty theft, especially in crowded areas and on public transportation. Scams involving fake charity collectors and overcharging in taxis have also been reported. Staying vigilant in busy spots like the central train station and popular tourist sites helps reduce risks.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Dortmund to Malmö

Dortmund
Malmö
The major bus station for departures in Dortmund is Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf for your trip from Dortmund to Malmö.
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
Steinstraße
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Express (in the station)
  • Bistro Central (0.2 km)
  • Restaurant Heimatliebe (0.5 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station
Public transit options for Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
  • Bus: 452, 453, 460 Metro: U41, U45, U47, U49 Train: S1, S2, S5

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