How to travel from Helsingborg to Malmö

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Compare train and bus for Helsingborg to Malmö

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsingborg to Malmö among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, while a train costs an average of $14.

Distance: 32 miles (53 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Helsingborg to Malmö is a bus with an average price of $12.

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

A bus is $2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Helsingborg to Malmö costing on average $14.

The fastest way to travel from Helsingborg to Malmö is by train with an average journey time of 1h 23m.

Other travel options to Malmö take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Helsingborg and Malmö including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Helsingborg to Malmö among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $14 compared to roughly $14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $0.42. The journey takes 53m versus 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Helsingborg to Malmö

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

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

  • Oresundstag1047 Öresundståg+Skånetrafiken5 Skånetrafiken · 297 Skånetrafiken
    8:40 AM1h35
    Görarpsvägen Norra
    10:15 AMMalmö, Stapelbäddsparken
    $81One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Oresundstag1047 Öresundståg+Skånetrafiken5 Skånetrafiken · 297 Skånetrafiken
    8:40 AM1h35
    Görarpsvägen Norra
    10:15 AMMalmö, Stapelbäddsparken
    $81One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • SJ481 SJ
    8:19 AM0h38
    Helsingborg Centralstation
    8:57 AMMalmö Centralstation
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Skånetrafiken297 Skånetrafiken · 1763 Skånetrafiken · 5 Skånetrafiken
    9:07 AM1h39
    Görarpsvägen Norra
    10:46 AMMalmö, Stapelbäddsparken
    $81One-way
    2 transfers
  • Oresundstag1051 Öresundståg+Skånetrafiken297 Skånetrafiken · 5 Skånetrafiken
    9:07 AM1h39
    Görarpsvägen Norra
    10:46 AMMalmö, Stapelbäddsparken
    $81One-way
    2 transfers
  • Oresundstag1051 Öresundståg+Skånetrafiken2 Skånetrafiken · 297 Skånetrafiken
    9:07 AM1h53
    Görarpsvägen Norra
    11:00 AMMalmö, Tornfalksgatan
    $81One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:35 PM0h50
    Helsingborg, Knutpunkten Bussterminal
    6:25 PMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $81One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:15 AM0h50
    Helsingborg, Knutpunkten Bussterminal
    5:05 AMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $101One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:40 PM0h50
    Helsingborg, Knutpunkten Bussterminal
    10:30 PMMalmö, Norra Vallgatan
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Helsingborg 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 Helsingborg to Malmö.

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There are 2 options to travel between Helsingborg and Malmö including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Helsingborg to Malmö is a bus with an average price of $12.

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

A bus is $2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Helsingborg to Malmö costing on average $14.

The fastest way to travel from Helsingborg to Malmö is by train with an average journey time of 1h 23m.

Other travel options to Malmö take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 30m.

The distance from Helsingborg to Malmö is approximately 32 miles (53 km).
The average frequency per day from Helsingborg to Malmö is:
  • Around 85 trains per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Helsingborg 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 Helsingborg to Malmö:
  • Trains mostly depart from Helsingborg Centralstation and arrive in Malmö Centralstation.
  • Buses mostly depart from Helsingborg, Järnvägsgatan (Helsingborg C) and arrive in Malmö, Norra Vallgatan.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Helsingborg to Malmö, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SJ, Oresundstag, Skånetrafiken to go to Malmö by train.
  • Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus to go to Malmö by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Helsingborg to Malmö with the following travel companies:
  • 85 direct trains per day with SJ, Oresundstag, Skånetrafiken.
  • 13 direct buses per day with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Helsingborg to Malmö often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Copenhagen, Gothenburg, Oslo, Hamburg. 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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