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Kunsthaus Zürich
Zurich’s leading art museum, known for major Swiss and European works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art. A top choice for visitors interested in fine art.
Cheapest price
$105
Average price
$151
Fastest journey
15 h 46 m
Average duration
17 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
966 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Malmö to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Zurich will cost around $151 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
It's difficult to get from Malmö to Zurich without transferring at least 3 times.
R 1043 · ECE 1179 · S7 · ECE 9
R 1043 · ECE 1179 · S7 · ECE 9
R 1075 · ECE 397 · ICE 79 · IC 60403
R 1075 · ECE 397 · ICE 79 · IC 60403
R 1059 · ECE 395 · ICE 77 · IR 2055
R 1043 · ECE 1179 · S7 · ECE 9
R 1043 · ECE 1179 · S7 · ECE 9
R 1059 · ECE 395 · ICE 77 · IR 2055
R 1075 · ECE 397 · ICE 79 · IC 60403
R 1075 · ECE 397 · ICE 79 · IC 60403Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $67. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $67, and a train costs an average of $91.
Distance: 600 miles (966 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$178 Average price | $114 Average price Cheapest |
15h 7m Average total duration Fastest 14h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 18m Average total duration 20h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Zurich:
A bus is $65 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Malmö to Zurich costing on average $178 (€144).
Other travel options to Zurich take longer:
Bus takes on average 20h 48m.
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Zurich trains for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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R 1075 · ECE 397 · ICE 619 · IC 60403 | 1:20 PM Malmö Centralstation | 18h06 | 7:26 AM Zurich HB | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Malmö to Zurich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 14h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $91 (€73) but you can travel from only $67 (€54) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 600 miles (966 km) distance in 14h 41m.
Distance 600 miles (966 km) |
Average train duration 14h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $91 (€73) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 14h 41m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
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Discover the best of Zurich — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zurich trip today.
Zurich’s leading art museum, known for major Swiss and European works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art. A top choice for visitors interested in fine art.
The country’s main cultural history museum, covering Swiss history, design, crafts, and everyday life in a dramatic castle-like building next to the main station.
A respected museum for non-European art with collections from Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Oceania, set in a pleasant park near Lake Zurich.
Zurich’s most famous shopping boulevard, stretching from the main station toward the lake. It is a classic walk for visitors and one of the city’s best-known streets.
Zurich’s Old Town is the city’s essential walking area, filled with medieval lanes, churches, riverside views, and historic squares.
A peaceful hilltop square and viewpoint above the Old Town, loved for its river views, chess tables, and historic setting.
Zurich’s signature dish of sliced veal in a creamy white wine and mushroom sauce, often served with rösti. It is one of the city’s best-known traditional specialties.
A classic Swiss potato dish, pan-fried until crisp and golden. In Zurich it is often served as a side with meat dishes, but it also appears as a simple standalone plate.
Melted Swiss cheese served communally with bread for dipping. It is a beloved cold-weather dish across Switzerland and a staple in traditional Zurich restaurants.
Legendary Zurich institution and one of the world’s oldest vegetarian restaurants, offering a large buffet and Swiss-influenced vegetarian cuisine.
Iconic fine-dining Zurich restaurant celebrated for classic Swiss and French cuisine, elegant service, and a historic art-filled dining room.
Historic traditional restaurant in central Zurich, known for Swiss classics such as sausages, schnitzel, and rösti in a lively beer-hall setting.
Among Europe's priciest cities. Hotels, dining, and drinks are costly; public transport is efficient but not cheap.
Service is included. Rounding up or adding 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxi fares; small tips in cafes are optional.
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