The cheapest and fastest trains from Linköping to Malmö
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
350 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linköping to Malmö is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linköping to Malmö will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 37 trains that leave Linköping for Malmö on Sun, Mar 22, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct trains cover the 350 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 46 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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Compare bus and train for Linköping to Malmö
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linköping to Malmö among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 217 miles (350 km)
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$47 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest |
4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Linköping to Malmö train times
The table below shows live departures for Linköping to Malmö trains for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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530 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 527 X 2000 | 8:54 AM Linköping | 3h59 | 12:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 527 X 2000 | 9:41 AM Linköping | 3h12 | 12:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
30 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken+ 529 X 2000 | 9:55 AM Linköping | 3h58 | 1:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
3941 Snälltåget | 10:00 AM Linköping Central Station | 3h10 | 1:10 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
527 X 2000 | 10:08 AM Linköping Central Station | 2h45 | 12:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 529 X 2000 | 10:41 AM Linköping | 3h12 | 1:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
530 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 531 X 2000 | 10:55 AM Linköping | 3h58 | 2:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
529 X 2000 | 11:07 AM Linköping Central Station | 2h46 | 1:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 531 X 2000 | 11:41 AM Linköping | 3h12 | 2:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
539 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 533 X 2000 | 11:55 AM Linköping | 3h58 | 3:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
531 X 2000 | 12:08 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h45 | 2:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 533 X 2000 | 12:41 PM Linköping | 3h12 | 3:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
530 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 535 X 2000 | 12:55 PM Linköping | 3h58 | 4:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
530 Östgötatrafiken · 539 Östgötatrafiken+ 535 X 2000 | 12:55 PM Linköping | 3h58 | 4:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
533 X 2000 | 1:04 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h49 | 3:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 535 X 2000 | 1:41 PM Linköping | 3h12 | 4:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
30 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken+ 537 X 2000 | 1:55 PM Linköping | 3h58 | 5:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
535 X 2000 | 2:08 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h45 | 4:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 537 X 2000 | 2:41 PM Linköping | 3h12 | 5:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
539 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 539 X 2000 | 2:55 PM Linköping | 3h58 | 6:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
537 X 2000 | 3:08 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h45 | 5:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 539 X 2000 | 3:41 PM Linköping | 3h12 | 6:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
30 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken+ 541 X 2000 | 3:55 PM Linköping | 3h58 | 7:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
539 X 2000 | 4:04 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h49 | 6:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 541 X 2000 | 4:41 PM Linköping | 3h12 | 7:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
541 X 2000 | 5:05 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h48 | 7:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
3943 Snälltåget | 5:20 PM Linköping Central Station | 3h10 | 8:30 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
539 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 345 SJ | 5:24 PM Linköping | 4h18 | 9:42 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 345 SJ | 6:01 PM Linköping | 3h41 | 9:42 PM Malmö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
345 SJ | 6:28 PM Linköping Central Station | 3h14 | 9:42 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 545 X 2000 | 6:41 PM Linköping | 3h12 | 9:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
545 X 2000 | 7:04 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h49 | 9:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
530 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 1 SJ | 8:55 PM Linköping | 7h21 | 4:16 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 1 SJ | 10:21 PM Linköping | 5h55 | 4:16 AM Malmö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1 SJ | 11:05 PM Linköping Central Station | 5h11 | 4:16 AM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
530 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 521 X 2000 | 6:19 AM Linköping | 3h34 | 9:53 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 521 X 2000 | 6:21 AM Linköping | 3h32 | 9:53 AM Malmö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
521 X 2000 | 7:07 AM Linköping Central Station | 2h46 | 9:53 AM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 523 X 2000 | 7:21 AM Linköping | 3h32 | 10:53 AM Malmö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
523 X 2000 | 8:04 AM Linköping Central Station | 2h49 | 10:53 AM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Linköping to Malmö
Trains from Linköping to Malmö run on average 38 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 217 miles (350 km) distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 217 miles (350 km) |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 38 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: SJ, Snälltåget, Oresundstag, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Linköping to Malmö trainsSJ, Snälltåget, Oresundstag, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Linköping and Malmö from $23 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Linköping to Malmö
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linköping to Malmö 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 Malmö, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Linköping to Malmö
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Short stay parking is available nearby.
- Restaurant Hamlet
- Yogi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 10
- Clarion Collection Hotel Slottsparken
- Scandic Linköping City
- Elite Stora Hotellet
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Stockholm, Malmö, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Södra stambanan line
- 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
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