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Compare train and bus for Copenhagen to Malmö

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Malmö among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $18.

Distance: 17 miles (28 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Malmö is a bus with an average price of $12 (€10).

This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Malmö:

A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Malmö costing on average $20 (€17).

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Malmö is by train with an average journey time of 50m.

Other travel options to Malmö take longer:

Bus takes on average 54m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Copenhagen and Malmö including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Copenhagen to Malmö among Omio's users.

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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
    1:40 PM0h50
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    2:30 PMMalmö, Hyllie
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:40 PM0h50
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    2:30 PMMalmö, Hyllie
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Oresundstag1162 Öresundstågen
    12:31 AM0h37
    Copenhagen Central Station
    1:08 AMMalmö Centralstation
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Oresundstag1148 Öresundstågen
    10:46 PM0h39
    Copenhagen Central Station
    11:25 PMMalmö Centralstation
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • Oresundstag1164 Öresundstågen
    12:46 AM0h39
    Copenhagen Central Station
    1:25 AMMalmö Centralstation
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • Oresundstag1138 Öresundstågen
    9:30 PM0h40
    Copenhagen Central Station
    10:10 PMMalmö Centralstation
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:10 PM1h15
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    2:25 PMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $101One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:05 PM1h30
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    11:35 PMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $101One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:55 PM1h35
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    1:30 AMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $101One-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.

Find and book with Omio the best tickets from Copenhagen to Malmo

Omio is a reliable online platform that helps you find, compare, and book tickets for trains and buses from Copenhagen to Malmo. You can browse the site for several trip options and book a trip that matches your itinerary and budget.

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 and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Malmö is a bus with an average price of $12 (€10).

This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Malmö:

A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Malmö costing on average $20 (€17).

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Malmö is by train with an average journey time of 50m.

Other travel options to Malmö take longer:

Bus takes on average 54m.

The distance from Copenhagen to Malmö is approximately 17 miles (28 km).
The average frequency per day from Copenhagen to Malmö is:
  • Around 74 trains per day.
  • Around 21 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Copenhagen to Malmö:
  • Trains mostly depart from Copenhagen Central Station and arrive in Malmö Centralstation.
  • Buses mostly depart from København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro and arrive in Malmö, Norra Vallgatan.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Copenhagen to Malmö, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Oresundstag, SJ, Snälltåget to go to Malmö by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Vy Bus4You, Infobus, Vy Buss to go to Malmö by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Copenhagen to Malmö with the following travel companies:
  • 74 direct trains per day with Oresundstag, SJ, Snälltåget.
  • 20 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Vy Bus4You, Infobus, Vy Buss.
Omio customers who travel from Copenhagen to Malmö often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Gothenburg, Hamburg, Berlin, Oslo. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Malmö and these popular destinations at a great price.
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