How to travel from Düsseldorf to Malmö

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Compare train and bus for Düsseldorf to Malmö

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Malmö among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $94 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $94, while a flight costs an average of $198.

Distance: 396 miles (638 km)

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Driving

$198

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$94

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$145

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$263

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5h 34m

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3h 34m

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10h 15m

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9h 45m

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30m

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15h 59m

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15h 29m

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9h 29m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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0.6 - 1.6kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Malmö is a bus with an average price of $94 (€76).

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

A bus is $42 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Malmö costing on average $136 (€111).

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Malmö is by train with an average journey time of 9h 53m.

Other travel options to Malmö take longer:

Bus takes on average 18h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Malmö including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Düsseldorf to Malmö among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 6m faster (9h 23m by train vs 9h 29m by car) and roughly $128 (€104) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($136 (€111) vs $263 (€215)). 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.

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from Düsseldorf to Malmö

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:35 AM16h30
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    5:05 PMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $861One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:35 AM16h30
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    5:05 PMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $861One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW4673+Sas AirwaysSK2111
    10:30 AM5h05
    Dusseldorf Airport
    3:35 PMMalmo Airport
    $7301One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 2514 · BUS 11981 · IC 50830 · R 1076
    7:34 PM18h51
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    2:25 PMMalmö Centralstation
    $1171One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1541 · 4400 · BUS 11981 · IC 50830
    11:51 PM14h34
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    2:25 PMMalmö Centralstation
    $1301One-way
    6 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn26835 · IC 2349 · 82848 · 11152
    9:22 PM15h48
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    1:10 PMMalmö Centralstation
    $1301One-way
    7 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    5:26 PM14h54
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    8:20 AMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $1021One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain · FlixTrain
    4:38 PM15h42
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    8:20 AMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $1021One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    11:26 AM12h09
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    11:35 PMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $1481One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsEW370+Sas AirwaysSK125
    3:25 PM8h00
    Cologne Bonn Airport
    11:25 PMMalmo Airport
    $4321One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsEW4673+Sas AirwaysSK121
    10:30 AM9h05
    Dusseldorf Airport
    7:35 PMMalmo Airport
    $8391One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1796 · KL1219+Sas AirwaysSK125
    6:25 AM17h00
    Dusseldorf Airport
    11:25 PMMalmo Airport
    $8921One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Malmö.

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There are 2 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Malmö including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Malmö is a bus with an average price of $94 (€76).

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

A bus is $42 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Malmö costing on average $136 (€111).

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Malmö is by train with an average journey time of 9h 53m.

Other travel options to Malmö take longer:

Bus takes on average 18h 26m.

The distance from Düsseldorf to Malmö is approximately 396 miles (638 km).
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Malmö is:
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Malmö:
  • Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Malmö Centralstation.
  • Buses mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Malmö, Norra Vallgatan.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Malmö, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, KLR to go to Malmö by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Malmö by train.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf to Malmö often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Copenhagen, Gothenburg, Hamburg, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Malmö and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Malmö to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Malmö, you can explore Malmö Konsthall for contemporary art, relax at Ribersborg Beach with views of the Öresund Bridge, and enjoy Folkets Park's lively atmosphere with playgrounds and a small zoo. Discover multicultural vibes at Möllevångstorget, and marvel at the engineering of the Öresund Bridge. For sights, visit the iconic Turning Torso, explore the historic Malmö Castle and Malmöhus Slott, and unwind at Lilla Torg and Kungsparken.
For a well-rounded experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Malmö is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, enjoy the local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the city's vibrant culture.
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