- Must visit
Vasa Museum
Stockholm’s most famous museum, built around the remarkably preserved 17th-century warship Vasa. A standout introduction to Swedish maritime history and one of the city’s essential visits.
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
9 h 14 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
513 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Malmö to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Stockholm will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
Of the 6 buses that leave Malmö for Stockholm on Sun, May 24, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 24 the direct buses cover the 513 km distance in an average of 9 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
On Sun, May 24 the slowest buses will take 11 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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600 · 400Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. 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 $32, and a flight costs an average of $107.
Distance: 318 miles (513 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$58 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price | $281 Average price | $126 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 32m Average total duration 7h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Malmö to Stockholm:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Malmö to Stockholm costing on average $61 (€49).
A bus is $223 (€180) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Malmö to Stockholm costing on average $281 (€227).
Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 11m.
Bus takes on average 7h 2m.
Tickets start at around $58 (€47) compared to roughly $126 (€102) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $68 (€55). The journey takes 7h 2m versus 6h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Stockholm buses for today, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
600 · 400 | 7:30 AM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 11h55 | 7:25 PM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 8h00 | 5:30 PM Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 · 400 | 9:50 AM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 11h05 | 8:55 PM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 1 transfer | |
600 · 400 | 11:00 AM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 10h55 | 9:55 PM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:05 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 8h20 | 8:25 PM Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 · 500 · 400 | 2:15 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 14h25 | 4:40 AM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 11:40 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 8h25 | 8:05 AM Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Malmö to Stockholm run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 318 miles (513 km) distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 318 miles (513 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 12:03 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
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Stockholm’s most famous museum, built around the remarkably preserved 17th-century warship Vasa. A standout introduction to Swedish maritime history and one of the city’s essential visits.
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A green island district packed with museums, waterfront paths, and royal parkland. Ideal for relaxed walking and one of the city’s most visited leisure areas.
A scenic walking path on Södermalm with one of Stockholm’s best panoramic viewpoints over City Hall, Riddarfjärden, and the old town skyline.
Swedish meatballs, usually served with creamy sauce, mashed potatoes, lingonberries, and pickled cucumber. It is one of Sweden’s most iconic comfort dishes.
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