- Recommended
Norrbottens museum
Regional museum with exhibitions on Norrbotten’s history, Sami culture, archaeology, and art. A strong introduction to Luleå and northern Sweden.
Cheapest price
$231
Average price
$301
Fastest journey
19 h 2 m
Average duration
19 h 33 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
1214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Malmö to Luleå is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Luleå will cost around $301 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $231.
It's difficult to get from Malmö to Luleå without transferring at least 2 times.
5 Skånetrafiken+
536 X 2000 · 94 SJ+
28 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB
3940 Snälltåget+
94 SJ
384 SJ · 92 SJ+
100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB
3940 Snälltåget+
94 SJ+
44 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB
3940 Snälltåget+
92 SJ+
100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB
1140 Öresundstågen+
2 SJ · 560 SJ 3000+
7108 Norrtåg
2 SJ · 560 SJ 3000+
7108 Norrtåg
306 Snälltåget+
92 SJ+
100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB
544 X 2000 · 92 SJ+
100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB
5 Skånetrafiken+
544 X 2000 · 92 SJ+
28 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten ABOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Luleå among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $92. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $92, and a flight costs an average of $124.
Distance: 754 miles (1214 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$148 Average price Cheapest | $345 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 28m Average total duration 17h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Malmö to Luleå:
A train is $197 (€161) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Malmö to Luleå costing on average $345 (€283).
Other travel options to Luleå take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 58m.
Tickets start at around $148 (€121) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-116.40 (€-95.23). The journey takes 17h 58m versus 16h 37m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Luleå trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
526 X 2000 · 94 SJ | 7:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 25h44 | 8:51 AM Luleå, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
526 X 2000 · 94 SJ+ 44 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB | 7:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 25h38 | 8:45 AM Luleå | 2 transfers | |
528 X 2000 · 94 SJ+ 44 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB | 8:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 24h38 | 8:45 AM Luleå | 2 transfers | |
528 X 2000 · 94 SJ | 8:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 24h44 | 8:51 AM Luleå, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
530 X 2000 · 92 SJ+ 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 9:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 26h43 | 11:50 AM Luleå | 2 transfers | |
530 X 2000 · 94 SJ | 9:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 23h44 | 8:51 AM Luleå, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
530 X 2000 · 94 SJ+ 44 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB | 9:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 23h38 | 8:45 AM Luleå | 2 transfers | |
3940 Snälltåget+ 94 SJ | 9:18 AM Malmö Centralstation | 23h33 | 8:51 AM Luleå, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
3940 Snälltåget+ 94 SJ+ 44 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB | 9:18 AM Malmö Centralstation | 23h27 | 8:45 AM Luleå | 2 transfers | |
3940 Snälltåget+ 92 SJ+ 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 9:18 AM Malmö Centralstation | 26h32 | 11:50 AM Luleå | 2 transfers | |
592 X 2000 · 94 SJ+ 44 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB | 10:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 22h38 | 8:45 AM Luleå | 2 transfers | |
592 X 2000 · 92 SJ+ 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 10:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 25h43 | 11:50 AM Luleå | 2 transfers | |
592 X 2000 · 94 SJ | 10:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 22h44 | 8:51 AM Luleå, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
534 X 2000 · 92 SJ+ 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 11:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 24h43 | 11:50 AM Luleå | 2 transfers | |
534 X 2000 · 94 SJ | 11:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 21h44 | 8:51 AM Luleå, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
534 X 2000 · 94 SJ+ 44 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB | 11:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 21h38 | 8:45 AM Luleå | 2 transfers | |
536 X 2000 · 94 SJ+ 28 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 11:50 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 20h46 | 8:36 AM Luleå Spantgatan | 3 transfers | |
536 X 2000 · 94 SJ | 12:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 20h44 | 8:51 AM Luleå, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
536 X 2000 · 94 SJ+ 44 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB | 12:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 20h38 | 8:45 AM Luleå | 2 transfers | |
536 X 2000 · 92 SJ+ 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 12:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 23h43 | 11:50 AM Luleå | 2 transfers | |
384 SJ · 92 SJ+ 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 3:17 PM Malmö Centralstation | 20h33 | 11:50 AM Luleå | 2 transfers | |
544 X 2000 · 92 SJ+ 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB · 28 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB | 3:50 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 20h14 | 12:04 PM Luleå Spantgatan | 4 transfers | |
544 X 2000 · 92 SJ+ 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 4:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 19h43 | 11:50 AM Luleå | 2 transfers | |
306 Snälltåget+ 92 SJ+ 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 4:18 PM Malmö Centralstation | 19h32 | 11:50 AM Luleå | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Malmö to Luleå run on average 4 times per day, taking around 17h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $92 (€75) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:14, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 754 miles (1214 km) distance in 17h 28m.
Distance 754 miles (1214 km) |
Average train duration 17h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€75) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 17h 28m |
First train 1:14 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
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Regional museum with exhibitions on Norrbotten’s history, Sami culture, archaeology, and art. A strong introduction to Luleå and northern Sweden.
Open-air museum with historic buildings from the region, offering a look at traditional life in coastal Norrbotten.
Interactive science center and technology museum popular with families, featuring hands-on exhibits connected to northern industry and engineering.
Central waterfront promenade and public space with views over the harbor. A popular place for walks, events, and winter sea-ice scenery.
Seasonal ice track on the frozen sea, one of Luleå’s most distinctive winter experiences for walking, skating, and iconic cold-season photos.
Main central street lined with shops, civic buildings, and everyday city life. Useful for exploring the heart of Luleå on foot.
Protected-designation vendace roe from the northern Bothnian Bay, often served on toast or blini with red onion and sour cream. It is one of the region’s most famous delicacies.
Thinly sliced sautéed reindeer, commonly served with mashed potatoes, lingonberries, and creamy sauce. It is a classic dish of northern Sweden and Sápmi.
Lightly smoked reindeer meat, traditionally pan-fried and served in flatbread or with potatoes. It is strongly associated with Sami food culture in the north.
Well-known Luleå restaurant with a refined Nordic menu focused on seasonal northern ingredients in an intimate, modern setting.
Established city-center restaurant and bar known for grilled meats, seafood, and a polished brasserie atmosphere. Popular for quality ingredients and strong wine list.
Popular casual venue for craft beer and burgers with a lively atmosphere. Good option for an informal dinner in central Luleå.
Moderate by Swedish standards. Hotels can be pricey in peak season, but casual dining and local transport are manageable.
Service is included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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