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Travel Information between Copenhagen and Malmö

Distance17 miles (28 km)
Available travel modesTrain or bus
Ticket price range$9 - $15
Cheapest modeBus • $9 (€8) • 50 min
Fastest modeTrain • $15 (€14) • 36 min
Popular travel companiesVy Bus4You or Oresundstag

Take a train or bus to travel 17 miles (28 km) from Copenhagen to Malmö. The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are Vy Bus4You or Oresundstag among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from Copenhagen to Malmö.

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from Copenhagen to Malmö

How to get from Copenhagen to Malmö by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Copenhagen to Malmö is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

FlixBusFlixBus
10:30AM1h30
København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
12:00PMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
$141One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

FlixBusFlixBus
01:40PM0h50
København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
02:30PMMalmö, Hyllie
$91One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

Oresundstag1148 Öresundstågen
10:49PM0h36
Copenhagen Central Station
11:25PMMalmö Centralstation
$181One-way
0 transfers

Other options

Oresundstag1050 Öresundstågen
10:30AM0h40
Copenhagen Central Station
11:10AMMalmö Centralstation
$181One-way
0 transfers
Oresundstag1054 Öresundstågen
10:59AM0h41
Copenhagen Central Station
11:40AMMalmö Centralstation
$181One-way
0 transfers
Oresundstag1052 Öresundstågen
10:44AM0h41
Copenhagen Central Station
11:25AMMalmö Centralstation
$181One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
12:30PM1h20
København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
01:50PMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
$121One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
01:10PM1h15
København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
02:25PMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
$121One-way
0 transfers
Vy Bus4You600
08:50AM1h00
København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
09:50AMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
$151One-way
0 transfers

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How to travel from Copenhagen to Malmo?

Travelling from Copenhagen in Denmark to Malmo in Sweden is fast and affordable. The Øresund connects the two cities. The bridge is an engineering feat that works as a suspended bridge and then turns into a tunnel. Commuters can travel between the two cities in as little as 35 minutes on trains and buses. Both means of transport are affordable and offer incredible views of the bridge, the cities and water.

What is the cheapest way to get from Copenhagen to Malmo?

Taking a bus is the cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Malmo. The buses travel direct from the Central bus station in Denmark and Malmö, Norra Vallgatan in approximately one hour and 15 minutes. The shortest bus rides take around one hour while the longest take at least 20 more minutes. The coaches are available every day, and travellers can make early bookings. Usually, Vy bus4you provides three to seven daily trips, while FlixBus provides around six daily buses. On a regular day, travellers can choose from around ten buses. The earliest coaches start their journeys several minutes after midnight, while the last buses depart after 10:00 p.m.

What is the fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Malmo?

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Malmo is by train. The trains take around 40 minutes to travel from station Københavns Hovedbanegård to Malmö Centralstation. The earliest trains start their trips just after midnight while the latest trains depart around 11:50 p.m. With around 80 trains travelling along the route every day, travellers cannot run out of options. Usually, around three trains leave Copenhagen for Malmo every hour. The trains along the route are Öresundståg and SJ. Both trains have daily schedules, but Öresundståg runs the majority of the trips.

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Travel from Copenhagen to Malmo by train

Taking a train from Copenhagen to Malmo is the most popular way to travel. Around 80 trains travel every day between the two cities. The trains are fast, taking as little as 40 minutes to complete the trip, while the longest journeys take around 50 minutes. Travellers can find the earliest and latest trains right after and before midnight. Two companies dominate the route - regional Öresundståg and high-speed SJ. Both trains are government-operated and require no prior reservations. Travellers can purchase the tickets immediately and hop on to get to Sweden. However, since the train crosses the border, it's wise to carry an ID or a passport for foreigners. Bike transportation is allowed but at a price. The trains travel between the Copenhagen Central Station (Københavns Hovedbanegård) and Malmö Centralstation. Once in Sweden, passengers can catch a train or bus to the city center. However, it's possible to explore the city on foot or bikes. The schedules are regular, and travellers can save a few coins by planning and booking their tickets early.

Travel from Copenhagen to Malmo by bus

Taking a direct bus from Copenhagen to Malmo is an affordable way to travel. The coaches provide daily commutes between the two locations, taking approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. Travellers can book any of the regular coaches from Vy bus4you or FlixBus. Usually, FlixBus has around six coaches, while Vy bus4you provides three to seven coaches. On a regular day, the travel time for Vy bus4you coaches is around one hour while FlixBus coaches take 15 to 20 more minutes. All the buses depart from the Central bus station in Denmark and stop at Malmö, Norra Vallgatan. The city center is around 450 metres away, which is a 5-minute walk. While the buses take longer than the trains, they are comfortable. The coaches have toilets, free WiFi, air-conditioning, electrical power sockets, and generous legroom. Travellers can bring one checked bag and one piece of hand luggage. FlixBus allows bike transportation, but cyclists should confirm before booking tickets. Passengers with disabilities can also transport their wheelchairs for free. However, prior notification is important for special assistance during boarding and alighting.

How to get from Copenhagen to Malmö

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Copenhagen to Malmö, 95,67% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Copenhagen to Malmö and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Copenhagen to Malmö

Travel to Malmö easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Copenhagen to Malmö.

FAQs

There are 2 options to travel between Copenhagen and Malmö including taking a train or bus.

The cheapest way to get from Copenhagen to Malmö is by taking a bus with average ticket prices of $9 (€8) compared to other travel options to Malmö:

Taking a bus costs $6 (€6) less than taking a train, which costs on average $15 (€14) for the same trip.

The fastest way to get to Malmö from Copenhagen is by train with an average travel time of 36 min.

Other travel options to Malmö take longer:

Getting to Malmö by bus takes 50 min on average.

The distance is approximately 17 miles (28 km) from Copenhagen to Malmö.

The average frequency per day from Copenhagen to Malmö is:

  • Around 21 buses per day.
  • 74 trains a day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey to Malmö from Copenhagen as scheduled services by train or bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Copenhagen to Malmö:

  • Most travelers board their train from Copenhagen Central Station and arrive in Malmö Centralstation.

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Copenhagen to Malmö:

  • You can go to Malmö from Copenhagen by bus with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Infobus or Norwegian Railways (VY). You'll see cheap bus tickets for $9 (€8) with FlixBus from Copenhagen to Malmö on Omio.
  • You can take a train from Copenhagen to Malmö with Oresundstag, SJ or Snälltåget. Cheap tickets can be found for $14 (€13) with SJ from Copenhagen to Malmö.

Yes, there are direct routes from Copenhagen to Malmö with the following travel companies:

  • You'll find 21 direct buses a day to Malmö with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus or Norwegian Railways (VY).
  • You can check for a direct train to Malmö with Oresundstag or Snälltåget with 73 direct trains per day.

Direct services to Malmö tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your route.

Many of our customers who book a trip from Copenhagen to Malmö often extend their vacation and travel to other popular destinations like Stockholm, Gothenburg, Berlin or Hamburg. If you’re thinking of adding another destination to your Copenhagen and Malmö itinerary, let Omio find you the best connections between Malmö and any of these top destinations today!
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