The cheapest and fastest trains from Malmö to Arvika
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
7 h 44 m
Average duration
7 h 47 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
451 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Malmö to Arvika is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Arvika will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 2 trains that leave Malmö for Arvika on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 451 km distance in an average of 7 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 44 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 7 h 49 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.
4:01 AM7h49Malmö11:50 AMArvika$481One-way0 transfers
2:12 PM7h44Malmö9:56 PMArvika$831One-way0 transfers
2:12 PM7h44Malmö9:56 PMArvika$831One-way0 transfers
4:01 AM7h49Malmö11:50 AMArvika$481One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Malmö to Arvika
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Arvika among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $185.
Distance: 280 miles (451 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$79 Average price Cheapest | $299 Average price | $259 Average price | $108 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 47m Average total duration Fastest 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 6m Average total duration 14h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Malmö to Arvika:
A train is $180 (€147) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Malmö to Arvika costing on average $259 (€213).
A train is $219 (€180) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Malmö to Arvika costing on average $299 (€245).
Other travel options to Arvika take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 51m.
Flight takes on average 14h 6m.
Tickets start at around $79 (€65) compared to roughly $108 (€89) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $29 (€24). The journey takes 6h 17m versus 6h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Malmö to Arvika train times
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Arvika trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:01 AM Malmö | 6h50 | 5:51 PM Arvika | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:18 PM Malmö | 14h51 | 12:09 PM Arvika | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 4:01 AM Malmö | 7h49 | 11:50 AM Arvika | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Malmö to Arvika
Trains from Malmö to Arvika run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 280 miles (451 km) distance in 6h 43m.
Distance 280 miles (451 km) |
Average train duration 6h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 43m |
First train 12:24 AM |
Last train 11:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: SJ, Oresundstag, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Malmö to Arvika trainsSJ, Oresundstag, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Malmö and Arvika from $48 (€39). 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 Malmö to Arvika
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malmö to Arvika 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 Arvika, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Malmö to Arvika
- 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
- Parking is available near the station with several spots for short-term and long-term parking
- Nordells
- Olssons Brygga
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- SEK 10
- Clarion Collection Hotel Bristol
- Scandic Arvika
- Guesthouse Eleven Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Oslo and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Värmland Line
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