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Vasa Museum
World-famous museum built around the preserved 1628 warship Vasa; unmatched for maritime history, craftsmanship, and storytelling.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. 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 bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $83.
Distance: 333 miles (537 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$113 Average price | $211 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $132 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda:
A bus is $52 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda costing on average $113 (€93).
A bus is $151 (€124) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda costing on average $211 (€174).
Other travel options to Stockholm-Arlanda take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 25m.
Bus takes on average 8h 55m.
The journey is about 1h 14m faster (5h 25m by train vs 6h 39m by car) and roughly $19 (€16) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($113 (€93) vs $132 (€109)). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:18 PM Malmö | 5h52 | 9:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:18 PM Malmö | 5h52 | 10:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:17 PM Malmö | 8h23 | 5:40 AM Stockholm-Arlanda | 0 transfersDirect | |
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522 X 2000+ 7822 Arlanda Express | 5:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 5h18 | 10:25 AM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
522 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 5:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h18 | 11:25 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
522 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 5:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 7h03 | 12:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
522 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 5:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h48 | 11:55 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
524 X 2000+ 40 Pendeltåg | 6:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h09 | 12:16 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
524 X 2000 · 36 SJ | 6:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 5h57 | 12:04 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
524 X 2000+ 7826 Arlanda Express | 6:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 5h18 | 11:25 AM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
524 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 6:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h18 | 12:25 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
526 X 2000 · 10 SJ | 7:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 5h26 | 12:33 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
526 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 7:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 7h03 | 2:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
526 X 2000+ 40 Pendeltåg | 7:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h09 | 1:16 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
526 X 2000+ 7830 Arlanda Express | 7:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 5h18 | 12:25 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
528 X 2000 · 274 SJ | 8:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 5h43 | 1:50 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
528 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 8:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h33 | 2:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
528 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 8:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 7h09 | 3:16 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
528 X 2000+ 7834 Arlanda Express | 8:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 5h18 | 1:25 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
530 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 9:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h09 | 3:16 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
530 X 2000+ 7838 Arlanda Express | 9:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 5h18 | 2:25 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
530 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 9:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h21 | 3:28 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
530 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 9:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h33 | 3:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
3940 Snälltåget+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 9:18 AM Malmö Centralstation | 8h07 | 5:25 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
3940 Snälltåget+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 9:18 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h58 | 4:16 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
3940 Snälltåget+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 9:18 AM Malmö Centralstation | 7h22 | 4:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
3940 Snälltåget+ 7942 Arlanda Express | 9:18 AM Malmö Centralstation | 5h52 | 3:10 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
534 X 2000+ 40 Pendeltåg | 11:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h09 | 5:16 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
534 X 2000+ 7846 Arlanda Express | 11:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 5h18 | 4:25 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
534 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 11:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h18 | 5:25 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
534 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 11:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h48 | 5:55 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
536 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 12:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 6h18 | 6:25 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
536 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 12:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 6h33 | 6:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
536 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 12:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 7h03 | 7:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
536 X 2000+ 7850 Arlanda Express | 12:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 5h18 | 5:25 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
538 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 1:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 7h03 | 8:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
538 X 2000+ 7854 Arlanda Express | 1:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 5h18 | 6:25 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
538 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 1:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 6h48 | 7:55 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
538 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 1:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 6h18 | 7:25 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda run on average 25 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€46) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 333 miles (537 km) distance in 5h 19m.
Distance 333 miles (537 km) |
Average train duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€46) |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 5h 19m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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World-famous museum built around the preserved 1628 warship Vasa; unmatched for maritime history, craftsmanship, and storytelling.
Open-air museum and zoo presenting Swedish historic buildings, crafts, traditions, and Nordic animals across a scenic Djurgården site.
Major photography museum in Södermalm, known for contemporary exhibitions and strong international programming in a waterfront setting.
Stockholm’s medieval old town offers narrow lanes, colorful facades, churches, and historic squares; essential for first-time visitors.
Leafy island park and museum district with waterfront paths, major attractions, and relaxed walking routes close to the city center.
Lively Södermalm square known for markets, nightlife nearby, and easy access to trendy streets and local city life.
Meatballs served with lingonberries, gravy, and potatoes. A classic Swedish comfort dish closely tied to home cooking and traditional restaurants.
Cured salmon with dill, usually served with mustard sauce. It is a festive Nordic specialty and a staple of Swedish buffets and holiday meals.
Fried herring, often served with mashed potatoes, lingonberries, and pickles. It reflects Sweden’s long Baltic fishing and preservation traditions.
Well-known Swedish café chain for fika, sandwiches, and pastries. A practical stop for cinnamon buns and coffee in a relaxed airport setting.
Established bakery-café brand offering Swedish pastries, bread, and light meals. Good for a quick traditional fika before departure.
Popular airport venue for Swedish classics and beer. Casual setting with familiar local dishes, useful for a traditional meal before or after a flight.
Very high by Nordic standards: hotels, dining, and airport transit cost more than many European hubs, though public transport is efficient.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis may be rounded up; cafes usually do not expect tips.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda 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 Stockholm-Arlanda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda trains use the Malmö Centralstation to Arlanda Norra station station pair. Use this guide to compare Malmö and Stockholm-Arlanda train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Malmö Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Bistro Royal, Burger King, Chao Oriental Express, Espresso House, O'Leary's, Sliders & Shakes, Woso Sushi, Subway, Sofra, Spazio, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are two ATMs at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 09:15 - 17:15.
Luggage storage is there are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code. Max storage time 7 days.
Available at Malmö Centralstation: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Malmö Centralstation: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malmö Centralstation: 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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Duxiana Malmo, Moment Hotels, Mayfair Hotel Tunneln.
Malmö Hyllie station is 5 km from Malmö city centre. Public transport options include:
Malmö Hyllie station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Nilsson's, Skybar & Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Malmö Hyllie station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Malmö Hyllie station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Malmö Hyllie station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Malmö Hyllie station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malmö Hyllie station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Malmo Arena Hotel, Quality Hotel View, Malmö Arena Hotel.
Malmö Triangeln station is 1 km from Malmö city centre. Public transport options include:
Malmö Triangeln station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Atmosfär, Kin Long Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Malmö Triangeln station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Malmö Triangeln station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Malmö Triangeln station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Malmö Triangeln station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malmö Triangeln station.
Nearby hotels include Scandic Triangeln, Elite Plaza Hotel Malmö, Clarion Hotel Malmö Live.
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