How to travel from Essen to Malmö

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Compare train and bus for Essen to Malmö

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Malmö among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $64. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 52m. 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 $64, and a train costs an average of $144.

Distance: 377 miles (607 km)

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$144

Average price

$83

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Cheapest

$257

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(fuel + tolls)

9h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

8h 52m

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30m

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14h 14m

Average total duration

13h 44m

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9h 7m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.6 - 1.5kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Essen to Malmö is a bus with an average price of $83 (€67).

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

A bus is $61 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen to Malmö costing on average $144 (€117).

The fastest way to travel from Essen to Malmö is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 20m.

Other travel options to Malmö take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 52m.

Bus takes on average 13h 44m.

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

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from Essen to Malmö

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche Bahn26809 · ICE 616 · S1 · RJ 13464
    8:52 AM10h18
    Essen Hbf
    7:10 PMMalmö Centralstation
    $791One-way
    4 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn26809 · ICE 616 · S1 · RJ 13464
    8:52 AM10h18
    Essen Hbf
    7:10 PMMalmö Centralstation
    $791One-way
    4 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 206 · S1 · ECE 1196 · R 1106
    8:00 AM10h10
    Essen Hbf
    6:10 PMMalmö Centralstation
    $1671One-way
    3 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 206 · S1 · RJ 13464 · R 1114
    8:00 AM11h10
    Essen Hbf
    7:10 PMMalmö Centralstation
    $1011One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn26813 · ICE 614 · S1 · ECE 394
    10:52 AM10h18
    Essen Hbf
    9:10 PMMalmö Centralstation
    $1311One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 204 · S5 · ECE 394 · R 1130
    10:00 AM11h10
    Essen Hbf
    9:10 PMMalmö Centralstation
    $1311One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:56 PM13h34
    Essen Hbf
    5:30 AMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $891One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:56 AM13h39
    Essen Hbf
    11:35 PMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $891One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 AM17h40
    Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
    6:55 PMMalmö, Hyllie
    $891One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Essen 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 Essen to Malmö.

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There are 2 options to travel between Essen and Malmö including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Essen to Malmö is a bus with an average price of $83 (€67).

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

A bus is $61 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen to Malmö costing on average $144 (€117).

The fastest way to travel from Essen to Malmö is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 20m.

Other travel options to Malmö take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 52m.

Bus takes on average 13h 44m.

The distance from Essen to Malmö is approximately 377 miles (607 km).
The average frequency per day from Essen to Malmö is:
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Essen 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 Essen to Malmö:
  • Buses mostly depart from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Malmö, Norra Vallgatan.
  • Trains mostly depart from Essen Hbf and arrive in Malmö Centralstation.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Essen to Malmö, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Malmö by train.
  • Travel with regional jet to go to Malmö by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Malmö by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Essen 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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