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Kalmar County Museum
County museum with strong exhibitions on regional history, maritime life, and the regalskeppet Kronan. One of Kalmar’s best cultural visits.
Cheapest price on Aug 29
$59
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$59
Fastest journey on Aug 29
4 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
4 h 45 m
Trains on Aug 29
26
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Kalmar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Kalmar will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
It's difficult to get from Copenhagen to Kalmar without transferring at least 2 times.
1080 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 51088 Öresundståg
1096 Öresundstågen · 6803 Öresundstågen · 51104 Öresundstågen
1064 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 51072 Öresundståg
1080 Öresundstågen · 6803 Öresundstågen · 51088 Öresundstågen
1048 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 51056 Öresundståg
1048 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 51056 Öresundståg
1064 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 51072 Öresundståg
1016 Öresundstågen · 6803 Öresundstågen · 51024 Öresundstågen
1096 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 51104 Öresundståg
1096 Öresundstågen · 6803 Öresundstågen · 51104 ÖresundstågenOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Kalmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $61 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $61, while a bus costs an average of $103.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$61 Average price Cheapest | $103 Average price | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 41m Average total duration 12h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Kalmar:
A train is $42 (€33) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Copenhagen to Kalmar costing on average $103 (€83).
Other travel options to Kalmar take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 11m.
The journey is about 50m faster (3h 44m by train vs 4h 34m by car) and roughly $14 (€11) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($61 (€49) vs $75 (€60)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Oresundstag.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Kalmar trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1072 Öresundståg | 1:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h45 | 4:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1080 Öresundståg | 2:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h45 | 5:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1088 Öresundståg | 3:08 PM Nørreport Station | 3h51 | 6:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1088 Öresundståg | 3:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h45 | 6:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1094 Öresundståg+ 546 SJ · 339 SJ | 3:53 PM Nørreport Station | 4h13 | 8:06 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1094 Öresundståg+ 546 SJ · 339 SJ | 3:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 4h07 | 8:06 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1104 Öresundståg | 5:08 PM Nørreport Station | 3h51 | 8:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1104 Öresundståg | 5:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h45 | 8:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1120 Öresundstågen | 7:08 PM Nørreport Station | 3h51 | 10:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1120 Öresundståg | 7:08 PM Nørreport Station | 3h51 | 10:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1120 Öresundstågen | 7:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h45 | 10:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1120 Öresundståg | 7:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h45 | 10:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1132 Öresundstågen+ 500 Blekingetrafiken | 8:38 PM Nørreport Station | 12h45 | 9:23 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1132 Öresundståg+ 500 Blekingetrafiken | 8:38 PM Nørreport Station | 12h45 | 9:23 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1132 Öresundstågen+ 500 Blekingetrafiken | 8:44 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h39 | 9:23 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1132 Öresundståg+ 500 Blekingetrafiken | 8:44 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h39 | 9:23 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
1016 Öresundstågen · 6803 Öresundstågen · 51024 Öresundstågen | 6:08 AM Nørreport Station | 4h51 | 10:59 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1016 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 51024 Öresundståg | 6:08 AM Nørreport Station | 4h51 | 10:59 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1016 Öresundstågen · 6803 Öresundstågen · 51024 Öresundstågen | 6:14 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 4h45 | 10:59 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1016 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 51024 Öresundståg | 6:14 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 4h45 | 10:59 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1028 Öresundståg+ 500 Blekingetrafiken | 7:38 AM Nørreport Station | 5h45 | 1:23 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1028 Öresundståg+ 500 Blekingetrafiken | 7:44 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h39 | 1:23 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1032 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 51040 Öresundståg | 8:08 AM Nørreport Station | 4h51 | 12:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1032 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 51040 Öresundståg | 8:14 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 4h45 | 12:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1048 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 51056 Öresundståg | 10:08 AM Nørreport Station | 4h51 | 2:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1048 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 51056 Öresundståg | 10:14 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 4h45 | 2:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1060 Öresundståg+ 500 Blekingetrafiken | 11:38 AM Nørreport Station | 5h45 | 5:23 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1060 Öresundståg+ 500 Blekingetrafiken | 11:44 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h39 | 5:23 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1064 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 51072 Öresundståg | 12:08 PM Nørreport Station | 4h51 | 4:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1064 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 51072 Öresundståg | 12:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 4h45 | 4:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Copenhagen to Kalmar run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Kalmar — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kalmar trip today.
County museum with strong exhibitions on regional history, maritime life, and the regalskeppet Kronan. One of Kalmar’s best cultural visits.
Art museum in City Park with modern and contemporary exhibitions. Its architecture and changing program make it a leading art stop in Kalmar.
Exhibition spaces inside Kalmar Castle interpret royal life, warfare, and court culture. A museum-style experience in a major historic setting.
Historic island district that forms central Kalmar. Its planned streets, squares, shops, and heritage buildings make it ideal for walking.
Main square framed by the cathedral and elegant buildings. A natural base for sightseeing, events, and understanding the city’s baroque plan.
Large seaside park beside the art museum, popular for strolling, picnics, and seasonal flowers. A relaxing green break near the center.
Body, wheat flour, pork and allspice. Served with lingonberries and cream sauce. A classic Småland comfort food found across the Kalmar region.
Thin fermented pancakes from Småland, often served with fried pork and lingonberries. A regional specialty with a tangy flavor and old farmhouse roots.
Potato dumplings filled with pork or bacon, boiled and served with melted butter, cream and lingonberries. Strongly associated with nearby Öland and Kalmar County.
Popular waterfront restaurant known for seafood, Swedish classics and harbor views. Relaxed but polished atmosphere in central Kalmar.
Well-known dining room in Kalmar guest harbor area serving seasonal Nordic dishes, fish and meat in an elegant setting.
Established casual venue for hearty Swedish lunches and classic dishes. Central location and reliable local reputation.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining cost more than much of Europe, but local transit is manageable and budget meals are available.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not expected. Taxis can be rounded up; cafes usually do not require tips.
Official public transport app
Kalmar Centralstation -> Stortorget, Kalmar
The train connection between Copenhagen and Kalmar offers a convenient and scenic journey through the beautiful landscapes of Sweden. Travelers can enjoy comfortable rides provided by Öresundståg and SJ, ensuring a smooth transit experience. With frequent departures, this route allows you to explore both cities effortlessly while soaking in the picturesque views along the way.
Traveling from Copenhagen to Kalmar takes approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes. There are 8 direct connections available each day, making it a convenient option for travelers. The journey departs from Nørreport St., København Hovedb., or Oerestad st, arriving at Kalmar Centralstation.
The first daily train journey from Copenhagen departs at 06:14, providing an early start for travelers eager to explore the beautiful landscapes between these two cities. The last departure of the day is scheduled for 18:14, allowing visitors ample time to enjoy their adventures before returning in the evening.
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection from Copenhagen to Kalmar is €34. The average ticket price typically hovers around €46, making it a convenient option for travelers looking to explore these two beautiful cities in Scandinavia.
Kalmar Castle, built in the 12th century, has played a pivotal role in Sweden's history as both a royal residence and a military stronghold. Its impressive Renaissance architecture and well-preserved interiors offer visitors an insight into the lives of Swedish nobility while showcasing its strategic importance during conflicts with Denmark. As you explore its grand halls and fortified walls, you'll feel transported back to an era where this castle was at the heart of political power.
The Kalmar Cathedral stands as one of Sweden’s most beautiful ecclesiastical buildings, dating back to the late 17th century when it was constructed after previous churches were destroyed by fire. This stunning example of Baroque architecture is significant not only for its artistic beauty but also for being a center of spiritual life in Kalmar for centuries. Inside, marvel at intricate altarpieces and vibrant stained glass that tell stories from biblical times—each detail inviting reflection on faith through art.
Connecting mainland Sweden to Öland Island, the Öland Bridge is an engineering marvel completed in 1972 that spans nearly six kilometers over water—a true testament to modern ingenuity. The bridge serves not just as vital infrastructure but also offers breathtaking views across Kalmarsund; it's particularly enchanting during sunset when colors dance upon the waves below. As we cross this iconic structure together, take note of how it symbolizes unity between two distinct regions rich with culture and natural beauty.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Kalmar 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 Kalmar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Copenhagen to Kalmar trains use the København Hovedb. to Kalmar Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Kåremo E22. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Kalmar train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
København Hovedb. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
Nørreport St. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Nørreport St.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Nørreport St.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nørreport St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nørreport St.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nørreport St.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Skt. Petri, Ibsens Hotel, Hotel Kong Arthur.
Oerestad st is 5 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:
Oerestad st has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Rasoi - Indian Cuisine, Brasserie Storm
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Oerestad st. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Oerestad st. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oerestad st: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oerestad st: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oerestad st: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include AC Hotel by Marriott Bella Sky Copenhagen, Crowne Plaza Copenhagen Towers, Cabinn Metro Hotel.
Kalmar Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Kallskänken, Restaurang Byttan
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Kalmar Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Kalmar Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kalmar Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kalmar Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kalmar Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Packhuset, First Hotel Witt, Calmar Stadshotell.
Kåremo E22 is 20 km from Kalmar city centre. Public transport options include:
Kåremo E22 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Kåremo E22. ATMs are available at Kåremo E22.
Ticket office support is available at Kåremo E22.
Available at Kåremo E22: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kåremo E22: Basic accessibility features are present.
Läckeby is 14 km from Kalmar city centre. Public transport options include:
Läckeby has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Läckeby. ATMs are available at Läckeby.
Ticket office support is available at Läckeby.
Available at Läckeby: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Läckeby: Platform is accessible to those with reduced mobility.
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