How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Malmö

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Compare train and bus for Frankfurt am Main to Malmö

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Malmö among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €74 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 57m. 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 bus costs an average of €74, while a train costs an average of €97.

Distance: 419 miles (675 km)

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€97

Average price

€74

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6h 57m

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6h 27m

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16h 51m

Average total duration

16h 21m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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from Frankfurt am Main to Malmö

How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Malmö by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:40 PM22h15
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    6:55 PMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    491One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:40 PM22h15
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    6:55 PMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    491One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 774 · 11166 · RJ 384 · R 21382
    8:46 AM9h46
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    6:32 PMMalmö Centralstation
    1061One-way
    3 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 778 · ECE 398 · R 1078
    4:41 AM9h59
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    2:40 PMMalmö Centralstation
    561One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 776 · ECE 396 · R 1094
    6:46 AM9h54
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    4:40 PMMalmö Centralstation
    581One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 612 · RJ 382 · R 1144
    11:10 AM11h45
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    10:55 PMMalmö Centralstation
    581One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    3:58 PM17h27
    Frankfurt South station
    9:25 AMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    491One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:05 PM20h20
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    9:25 AMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    491One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:30 PM20h55
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    9:25 AMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    491One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Malmö.

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There are 2 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Malmö including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Malmö is a bus with an average price of €74.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Malmö:

A bus is €22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Malmö costing on average €97.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Malmö is by train with an average journey time of 6h 57m.

Other travel options to Malmö take longer:

Bus takes on average 16h 51m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Malmö is approximately 419 miles (675 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Malmö is:
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Malmö:
  • Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt South station and arrive in Malmö Centralstation.
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Malmö, Norra Vallgatan.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Malmö, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Malmö by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Malmö by train.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main 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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