The cheapest and fastest trains from Malmö to Linköping
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
94
Distance
350 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Malmö to Linköping is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Linköping will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 94 trains that leave Malmö for Linköping on Thu, Jan 15, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 15 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 Thu, Jan 15 the slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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 train and bus for Malmö to Linköping
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Linköping among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 1m. 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 €21, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 217 miles (350 km)
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4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Malmö to Linköping train times
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Linköping trains for today, Wednesday, January 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1072 Öresundstågen+ 3942 Snälltåget | 12:51 PM Malmö Triangeln station | 6h30 | 7:21 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1072 Öresundstågen+ 542 X 2000 | 12:51 PM Malmö Triangeln station | 4h04 | 4:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1072 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000 | 12:51 PM Malmö Triangeln station | 6h04 | 6:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1080 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000 | 1:51 PM Malmö Triangeln station | 5h04 | 6:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1080 Öresundstågen+ 544 X 2000 | 1:51 PM Malmö Triangeln station | 4h03 | 5:54 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1080 Öresundstågen+ 3942 Snälltåget | 1:51 PM Malmö Triangeln station | 5h30 | 7:21 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
542 X 2000 | 2:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h48 | 4:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
542 X 2000+ 572 Östgötatrafiken | 2:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 3h57 | 6:04 PM Linköping | 1 transfer | |
542 X 2000+ 16 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken | 2:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 3h56 | 6:03 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
1088 Öresundstågen+ 3942 Snälltåget | 2:51 PM Malmö Triangeln station | 4h30 | 7:21 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1088 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000 | 2:51 PM Malmö Triangeln station | 4h04 | 6:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1088 Öresundstågen+ 548 X 2000 | 2:51 PM Malmö Triangeln station | 5h01 | 7:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
544 X 2000+ 530 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken | 3:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 4h25 | 7:32 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
544 X 2000+ 572 Östgötatrafiken | 3:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 3h56 | 7:03 PM Linköping | 1 transfer | |
544 X 2000 | 3:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h47 | 5:54 PM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
544 X 2000+ 16 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken | 3:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 4h25 | 7:32 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
1096 Öresundstågen+ 550 X 2000 | 3:51 PM Malmö Triangeln station | 5h01 | 8:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1096 Öresundstågen+ 548 X 2000 | 3:51 PM Malmö Triangeln station | 4h01 | 7:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2 Skånetrafiken+ 3942 Snälltåget+ 548 X 2000 | 3:52 PM Malmö Triangeln station | 4h00 | 7:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
546 X 2000+ 572 Östgötatrafiken | 4:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 3h56 | 8:03 PM Linköping | 1 transfer | |
546 X 2000 | 4:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h48 | 6:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
546 X 2000+ 30 Östgötatrafiken · 30 Östgötatrafiken | 4:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 3h56 | 8:03 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
3942 Snälltåget | 4:18 PM Malmö Centralstation | 3h03 | 7:21 PM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1278 Pågatåg+ 548 X 2000 · 550 X 2000 | 4:48 PM Malmö Triangeln station | 4h04 | 8:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
1104 Öresundstågen+ 550 X 2000 | 4:51 PM Malmö Triangeln station | 4h01 | 8:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
548 X 2000 | 5:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h45 | 7:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
548 X 2000+ 572 Östgötatrafiken | 5:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 4h25 | 9:32 PM Linköping | 1 transfer | |
548 X 2000+ 530 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken | 5:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 4h22 | 9:29 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
548 X 2000+ 16 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken | 5:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 4h22 | 9:29 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
550 X 2000+ 16 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken | 6:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 4h31 | 10:38 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
550 X 2000 | 6:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h45 | 8:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2 SJ+ 572 Östgötatrafiken | 9:17 PM Malmö Centralstation | 8h11 | 5:28 AM Linköping | 1 transfer | |
2 SJ+ 30 Östgötatrafiken · 30 Östgötatrafiken | 9:17 PM Malmö Centralstation | 7h12 | 4:29 AM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
2 SJ | 9:17 PM Malmö Centralstation | 5h35 | 2:52 AM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1140 Öresundstågen+ 2 SJ | 9:27 PM Malmö Centralstation | 5h25 | 2:52 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1140 Öresundstågen+ 2 SJ+ 572 Östgötatrafiken | 9:27 PM Malmö Centralstation | 8h01 | 5:28 AM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
1140 Öresundstågen+ 2 SJ+ 30 Östgötatrafiken · 30 Östgötatrafiken | 9:27 PM Malmö Centralstation | 7h02 | 4:29 AM Linköping | 3 transfers | |
| Thursday, January 15 | |||||
1180 Öresundstågen+ 520 X 2000 · 526 X 2000 | 2:22 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 6h33 | 8:55 AM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
1180 Öresundstågen+ 520 X 2000+ 3940 Snälltåget | 2:22 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 8h59 | 11:21 AM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
1180 Öresundstågen+ 520 X 2000 · 524 X 2000 | 2:22 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 5h32 | 7:54 AM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
520 X 2000+ 21 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken | 3:01 AM Malmö Centralstation | 3h44 | 6:45 AM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
520 X 2000 | 3:01 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2h56 | 5:57 AM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
520 X 2000+ 572 Östgötatrafiken | 3:01 AM Malmö Centralstation | 5h40 | 8:41 AM Linköping | 1 transfer | |
1202 Pågatåg+ 17550 Krösatågen+ 526 X 2000 | 3:25 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 5h30 | 8:55 AM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
1202 Pågatåg+ 17550 Krösatågen+ 3940 Snälltåget | 3:25 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 7h56 | 11:21 AM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
1202 Pågatåg+ 17550 Krösatågen+ 524 X 2000 | 3:25 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 4h29 | 7:54 AM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
1008 Öresundstågen+ 3940 Snälltåget | 4:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 6h30 | 11:21 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1008 Öresundstågen+ 526 X 2000 | 4:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 4h04 | 8:55 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1008 Öresundstågen+ 532 X 2000 | 4:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 7h01 | 11:52 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
524 X 2000 | 5:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2h47 | 7:54 AM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
524 X 2000+ 16 Östgötatrafiken · 539 Östgötatrafiken | 5:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 3h34 | 8:41 AM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
1016 Öresundstågen+ 532 X 2000 | 5:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 6h01 | 11:52 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1016 Öresundstågen+ 534 X 2000 | 5:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 7h04 | 12:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1016 Öresundstågen+ 3940 Snälltåget | 5:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 5h30 | 11:21 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
526 X 2000 | 6:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2h48 | 8:55 AM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
526 X 2000+ 30 Östgötatrafiken · 30 Östgötatrafiken | 6:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 3h55 | 10:02 AM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
1024 Öresundstågen+ 3940 Snälltåget | 6:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 4h30 | 11:21 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1024 Öresundstågen+ 532 X 2000 | 6:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 5h01 | 11:52 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1024 Öresundstågen+ 384 SJ | 6:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 10h43 | 5:34 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
528 X 2000+ 30 Östgötatrafiken · 30 Östgötatrafiken | 7:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 3h55 | 11:02 AM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
528 X 2000 | 7:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2h45 | 9:52 AM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1032 Öresundstågen+ 532 X 2000 | 7:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 4h01 | 11:52 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1032 Öresundstågen+ 384 SJ | 7:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 9h43 | 5:34 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1032 Öresundstågen+ 534 X 2000 | 7:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 5h04 | 12:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
530 X 2000 | 8:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2h45 | 10:52 AM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
530 X 2000+ 30 Östgötatrafiken · 30 Östgötatrafiken | 8:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 3h55 | 12:02 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
3940 Snälltåget | 8:18 AM Malmö Centralstation | 3h03 | 11:21 AM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1040 Öresundstågen+ 384 SJ | 8:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 8h43 | 5:34 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1040 Öresundstågen+ 536 X 2000 | 8:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 5h01 | 1:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1040 Öresundstågen+ 534 X 2000 | 8:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 4h04 | 12:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
532 X 2000+ 2 Östgötatrafiken · 555 Östgötatrafiken | 9:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 4h26 | 1:33 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
532 X 2000+ 543 Östgötatrafiken · 555 Östgötatrafiken | 9:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 4h26 | 1:33 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
532 X 2000 | 9:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2h45 | 11:52 AM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1048 Öresundstågen+ 384 SJ | 9:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 7h43 | 5:34 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1048 Öresundstågen+ 3942 Snälltåget | 9:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 9h30 | 7:21 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1048 Öresundstågen+ 536 X 2000 | 9:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 4h01 | 1:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
534 X 2000+ 572 Östgötatrafiken | 10:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 3h58 | 2:05 PM Linköping | 1 transfer | |
534 X 2000 | 10:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2h48 | 12:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
534 X 2000+ 70 Östgötatrafiken | 10:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 4h42 | 2:49 PM Linköping | 1 transfer | |
534 X 2000+ 21 Östgötatrafiken · 70 Östgötatrafiken | 10:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 4h42 | 2:49 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
1056 Öresundstågen+ 538 X 2000 | 10:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 4h05 | 2:56 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1056 Öresundstågen+ 384 SJ | 10:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 6h43 | 5:34 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1056 Öresundstågen+ 3942 Snälltåget | 10:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 8h30 | 7:21 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
536 X 2000+ 16 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken | 11:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 3h49 | 2:56 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
536 X 2000+ 572 Östgötatrafiken | 11:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 4h00 | 3:07 PM Linköping | 1 transfer | |
536 X 2000 | 11:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 2h45 | 1:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1064 Öresundstågen+ 384 SJ | 11:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 5h43 | 5:34 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1064 Öresundstågen+ 3942 Snälltåget | 11:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 7h30 | 7:21 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1064 Öresundstågen+ 542 X 2000 | 11:51 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 5h04 | 4:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
538 X 2000+ 572 Östgötatrafiken | 12:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 4h01 | 4:08 PM Linköping | 1 transfer | |
538 X 2000+ 16 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken | 12:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 3h51 | 3:58 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
538 X 2000 | 12:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 2h49 | 2:56 PM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Malmö to Linköping
Trains from Malmö to Linköping run on average 37 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 217 miles (350 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 217 miles (350 km) |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Trains per day 37 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: SJ, Snälltåget, Tågab, Oresundstag, Skånetrafiken, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Malmö to Linköping trainsSJ, Snälltåget, Tågab, Oresundstag, Skånetrafiken, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Malmö and Linköping from $18 (€14). 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 Linköping
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Malmö to Linköping
- 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
- 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
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