The cheapest and fastest trains from Malmö to Sala
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
11 h 45 m
Average duration
11 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
525 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Malmö to Sala is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Sala will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
Of the 1 trains that leave Malmö for Sala on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 525 km distance in an average of 11 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 45 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 11 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.
8:33 PM11h45Malmö8:18 AMSala$911One-way0 transfers
8:33 PM11h45Malmö8:18 AMSala$911One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Malmö to Sala
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Sala among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $139.
Distance: 326 miles (525 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$68 Average price Cheapest | $225 Average price | $128 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | 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 Malmö to Sala:
A train is $157 (€129) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Malmö to Sala costing on average $225 (€184).
Other travel options to Sala take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 42m.
The journey is about 1h 2m faster (5h 42m by train vs 6h 44m by car) and roughly $60 (€49) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($68 (€56) vs $128 (€104)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Malmö to Sala train times
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Sala trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
534 X 2000 · 178 SJ+ 569 VL+ 8174 Tåg i Bergslagen | 11:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h38 | 5:45 PM Sala tågstation | 3 transfers | |
540 X 2000+ 62160 Mälartåg · 2160 Mälartåg · 2160 Mälartåg | 2:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 6h46 | 8:53 PM Sala tågstation | 3 transfers | |
544 X 2000 · 191 SJ+ 569 VL | 4:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 6h57 | 11:04 PM Sala tågstation | 2 transfers | |
546 X 2000+ 848 UL+ 870 Mälartåg | 5:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 7h37 | 12:44 AM Sala tågstation | 2 transfers | |
548 X 2000+ 848 UL+ 10994 Mälartåg | 6:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 9h37 | 3:44 AM Sala tågstation | 2 transfers | |
550 X 2000+ 906 Mälartåg · 12115 Mälartåg | 7:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 12h49 | 7:56 AM Sala tågstation | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Malmö to Sala
Trains from Malmö to Sala run on average 31 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 326 miles (525 km) distance in 5h 53m.
Distance 326 miles (525 km) |
Average train duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 31 |
Fastest train 5h 53m |
First train 12:50 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: SJ, Malartag, Snälltåget from Malmö to Sala trainsSJ, Malartag, Snälltåget trains will get you between Malmö and Sala from $33 (€27). 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 Sala
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malmö to Sala 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 Sala, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Malmö to Sala
- 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 limited spaces
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- SEK 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and intercity trains
- Bus: Several local lines available
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