The cheapest and fastest trains from Malmö to Gothenburg
Cheapest price
27S$
Average price
46S$
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Trains per day
65
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Malmö to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Gothenburg will cost around 46S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 27S$.
Of the 65 trains that leave Malmö for Gothenburg every day 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 242 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.
494 SJ 30007:31 PM2h19Malmö Centralstation9:50 PMGothenburg Centralstation27 S$1One-way0 changes
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494 SJ 30007:11 PM2h39Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken9:50 PMGothenburg Centralstation34 S$1One-way1 change
1026 Öresundstågen8:12 AM2h53Malmö Centralstation11:05 AMGothenburg Centralstation39 S$1One-way0 changes
1050 Öresundstågen11:12 AM2h53Malmö Centralstation2:05 PMGothenburg Centralstation39 S$1One-way0 changes
1066 Öresundstågen1:12 PM2h53Malmö Centralstation4:05 PMGothenburg Centralstation39 S$1One-way0 changes
488 SJ 30001:32 PM2h18Malmö Centralstation3:50 PMGothenburg Centralstation59 S$1One-way0 changes
490 SJ 30004:01 PM2h19Malmö Centralstation6:20 PMGothenburg Centralstation74 S$1One-way0 changes
482 X 20007:01 AM2h19Malmö Centralstation9:20 AMGothenburg Centralstation55 S$1One-way0 changes
486 SJ 300011:31 AM2h19Malmö Centralstation1:50 PMGothenburg Centralstation55 S$1One-way0 changes
492 SJ 30005:31 PM2h19Malmö Centralstation7:50 PMGothenburg Centralstation43 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Malmö to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 4S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 4S$, and a train costs an average of 19S$.
Distance: 242 km
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33S$ Average Price | 23S$ Average Price Cheapest |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Malmö to Gothenburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Gothenburg trains for today, Monday, 29 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
490 SJ 3000+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 3:42 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2h38 | 6:20 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
490 SJ 3000+ 18 Västtrafik+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 3:42 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h09 | 6:51 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1090 Öresundstågen+ 18 Västtrafik | 3:50 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h40 | 7:30 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 changes | |
1090 Öresundstågen+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 3:50 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h15 | 7:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
490 SJ 3000 | 4:01 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h19 | 6:20 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
1090 Öresundstågen | 4:12 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h53 | 7:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 492 SJ 3000 | 5:10 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2h40 | 7:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
1098 Öresundstågen | 5:12 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h53 | 8:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
492 SJ 3000 | 5:31 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h19 | 7:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1106 Öresundstågen+ 18 Västtrafik | 5:50 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h38 | 9:28 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1106 Öresundstågen | 5:50 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h15 | 9:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
1106 Öresundstågen | 6:12 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h53 | 9:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
494 SJ 3000+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 7:11 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2h39 | 9:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
1114 Öresundstågen | 7:12 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h53 | 10:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
494 SJ 3000 | 7:31 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h19 | 9:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1122 Öresundstågen+ 3090 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik | 7:51 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h32 | 11:23 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 changes | |
1122 Öresundstågen+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 7:51 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h14 | 11:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
1122 Öresundstågen | 8:12 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h53 | 11:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1130 Öresundstågen | 8:51 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h14 | 12:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
1130 Öresundstågen | 9:12 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h53 | 12:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1146 Öresundstågen · 20150 Öresundstågen+ 60 Västtrafik | 10:26 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 8h03 | 6:29 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1146 Öresundstågen · 20150 Öresundstågen | 10:26 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h39 | 6:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1146 Öresundstågen · 20150 Öresundstågen+ 60 Västtrafik | 10:26 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 8h08 | 6:34 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4 changes | |
1146 Öresundstågen · 20150 Öresundstågen | 11:12 PM Malmö Centralstation | 6h53 | 6:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1154 Öresundstågen · 20154 Öresundstågen | 11:26 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7h39 | 7:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1154 Öresundstågen · 20154 Öresundstågen+ 18 Västtrafik | 11:26 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 8h02 | 7:28 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 changes | |
| Tuesday, 30 June | |||||
5 Skånetrafiken+ 11002 Öresundstågen+ 3030 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik | 4:49 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h34 | 8:23 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 changes | |
11002 Öresundstågen+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 4:49 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h16 | 8:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
11002 Öresundstågen | 5:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2h53 | 8:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1010 Öresundstågen+ 3034 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik | 5:49 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h33 | 9:22 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 changes | |
1010 Öresundstågen+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 5:49 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h16 | 9:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
1010 Öresundstågen | 6:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2h53 | 9:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
482 X 2000+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 6:44 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2h36 | 9:20 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
482 X 2000+ 18 Västtrafik+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 6:44 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2h58 | 9:42 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 changes | |
482 X 2000 | 7:01 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2h19 | 9:20 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
1018 Öresundstågen | 7:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2h53 | 10:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1026 Öresundstågen | 7:48 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h17 | 11:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1026 Öresundstågen+ 18 Västtrafik | 7:48 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h43 | 11:31 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 changes | |
1026 Öresundstågen | 8:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2h53 | 11:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
484 SJ 3000+ 60 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 9:08 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h04 | 12:12 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 changes | |
484 SJ 3000+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 9:08 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2h42 | 11:50 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
484 SJ 3000+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 60 Västtrafik | 9:08 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2h59 | 12:07 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 2 changes | |
1034 Öresundstågen | 9:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2h53 | 12:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
484 SJ 3000 | 9:31 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2h19 | 11:50 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1042 Öresundstågen+ 3050 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik | 9:48 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h37 | 1:25 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1042 Öresundstågen | 9:48 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h17 | 1:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
1042 Öresundstågen | 10:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2h53 | 1:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
486 SJ 3000+ 18 Västtrafik+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 11:08 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h07 | 2:15 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 changes | |
486 SJ 3000+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 11:08 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2h42 | 1:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
486 SJ 3000+ 60 Västtrafik+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 11:08 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2h59 | 2:07 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 2 changes | |
1050 Öresundstågen | 11:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2h53 | 2:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
486 SJ 3000 | 11:31 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2h19 | 1:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1058 Öresundstågen+ 3058 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik | 11:48 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h37 | 3:25 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1058 Öresundstågen | 11:48 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h17 | 3:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
1058 Öresundstågen | 12:12 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h53 | 3:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
1066 Öresundstågen | 1:12 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h53 | 4:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
488 SJ 3000+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 1:16 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2h34 | 3:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
488 SJ 3000+ 60 Västtrafik+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 18 Västtrafik | 1:16 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2h59 | 4:15 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 changes | |
488 SJ 3000 | 1:32 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h18 | 3:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1074 Öresundstågen | 1:48 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h17 | 5:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
1074 Öresundstågen+ 18 Västtrafik+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 1:48 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h41 | 5:29 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 changes | |
1074 Öresundstågen | 2:12 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h53 | 5:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1082 Öresundstågen | 2:46 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h19 | 6:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1082 Öresundstågen+ 3070 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik | 2:46 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3h36 | 6:22 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 changes | |
1082 Öresundstågen | 3:12 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h53 | 6:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Malmö to Gothenburg
Trains from Malmö to Gothenburg run on average 50 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 19S$ but you can travel from only 4S$ by coach.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price 19S$ |
Trains per day 50 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Oresundstag, SJ, Snälltåget, vy, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Malmö to Gothenburg trainsOresundstag, SJ, Snälltåget, vy, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Malmö and Gothenburg from 4S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Malmö to Gothenburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malmö to Gothenburg by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gothenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Malmö and Gothenburg
- Mon - Fri: 09:15 - 17:15
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code. Max storage time 7 days
- Bistro Royal
- Burger King
- Chao Oriental Express
- Espresso House
- O'Leary's
- Sliders & Shakes
- Woso Sushi
- Subway
- Sofra
- Spazio
- & many more
- Accessible entrances to the station are via the so-called Glashallen on the north side. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee
- Hotel Duxiana Malmo
- Moment Hotels
- Mayfair Hotel Tunneln
- Mon - Fri: 09:15 - 17:15
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 31, 32, 35
- Train lines: City Tunnel, Øresund Line, Southern Main Line, West Coast Line
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Hyllie Boulevard
- Restaurant Nilsson's
- Skybar & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- SEK 5
- Best Western Malmo Arena Hotel
- Quality Hotel View
- Malmö Arena Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Malmö Central and Copenhagen
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Öresundståg
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the nearby streets
- Restaurant Atmosfär
- Kin Long Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance
- SEK 10
- Scandic Triangeln
- Elite Plaza Hotel Malmö
- Clarion Hotel Malmö Live
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Öresundståg
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code
- Burger King
- Espresso House
- Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
- Franks gatukök
- Fruit & Berry
- Happy M Kitchen
- Le Croissant
- Lilla London
- Metropolitan
- Mr. Shou
- & many more
- All entrances to the station are accessible. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee. Personalized special assistance can be requested
- Hotel Royal
- Hotel Pigalle
- ProfilHotels | Opera
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- Opposite the taxi station.
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 13
- Bus lines: 60327, 61327, Flygbussarna
- Train lines: 029, FLX, MTRX, SJ Regionaltåg, SJ SJ3000, SJ X2000, Tågab, Västtågen, Öresundståg
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