How to travel from Hamburg to Malmö

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Compare train, bus, and ferry for Hamburg to Malmö

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Malmö among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $66 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $66, while a ferry costs an average of $93.

Distance: 184 miles (297 km)

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$90

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$93

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7h 21m

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from Hamburg to Malmö

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

Our recommendation

ferry

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

  • FINNLINESFinnlines
    10:00 AM9h15
    Travemünde (Skandinavienkai)
    7:15 PMMalmö Port
    $341One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FINNLINESFinnlines
    10:00 AM9h15
    Travemünde (Skandinavienkai)
    7:15 PMMalmö Port
    $341One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnRJ 384 · R 21382
    1:08 PM5h24
    Hamburg Altona
    6:32 PMMalmö Centralstation
    $1181One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnECE 392 · Bus 6802
    6:53 PM7h17
    Hamburg Hbf
    2:10 AMMalmö Centralstation
    $691One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn11152 · IC 5752 · IC 50124 · R 1066
    5:35 AM7h35
    Hamburg Hbf
    1:10 PMMalmö Centralstation
    $801One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn11152 · IC 5752 · ICL 26 · R 1066
    5:35 AM7h35
    Hamburg Hbf
    1:10 PMMalmö Centralstation
    $801One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:30 PM7h05
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    11:35 PMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $351One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:00 PM7h30
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    1:30 AMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $381One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:25 AM7h40
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    5:05 PMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $591One-way
    0 transfers
  • FINNLINESFinnlines
    3:00 AM8h45
    Travemünde (Skandinavienkai)
    11:45 AMMalmö Port
    $901One-way
    0 transfers
  • FINNLINESFinnlines
    10:00 PM9h15
    Travemünde (Skandinavienkai)
    7:15 AMMalmö Port
    $911One-way
    0 transfers
  • TT LineTT Line
    9:30 AM9h30
    Travemünde (Skandinavienkai)
    7:00 PMPort of Trelleborg
    $1001One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Malmö.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Hamburg and Malmö including taking a train, bus, and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Malmö is a bus with an average price of $66.

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

A bus is $24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Malmö costing on average $90.

A bus is $27 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Hamburg to Malmö costing on average $93.

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Malmö is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 40m.

Other travel options to Malmö take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 35m.

Bus takes on average 7h 21m.

Ferry takes on average 9h 56m.

The distance from Hamburg to Malmö is approximately 184 miles (297 km).
The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Malmö is:
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 3 ferries per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hamburg to Malmö:
  • Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Malmö Centralstation.
  • Buses mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arrive in Malmö, Norra Vallgatan.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) and arrive in Malmö Port.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamburg to Malmö, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Snälltåget, SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ) to go to Malmö by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa to go to Malmö by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus to go to Malmö by bus.
  • Travel with FINNLINES, TT-Line , TT Line to go to Malmö by ferry.
Yes, there are direct services available from Hamburg to Malmö with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Snälltåget, SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ).
  • 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus.
  • 3 direct ferries per day with FINNLINES, TT Line.
Omio customers who travel from Hamburg to Malmö often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Copenhagen, Gothenburg, Berlin, Oslo. 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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