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Compare train and bus for Leipzig to Malmö
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Malmö among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of DKK 724 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 9h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of DKK 724, while a bus costs an average of DKK 798.
Distance: 295 miles (476 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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DKK 724 Average price Cheapest | DKK 798 Average price | DKK 1,671 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 58m Average total duration Fastest 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 42m Average total duration 13h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Compare the available ways to get from Leipzig to Malmö, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Leipzig to Malmö:
A train is DKK 74 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Leipzig to Malmö costing on average DKK 798.
Other travel options to Malmö take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 42m.
Tickets start at around DKK 724 compared to roughly DKK 1,671 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about DKK 947. The journey takes 9h 28m versus 8h 22m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Leipzig to Malmö
How to get from Leipzig to Malmö by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Leipzig to Malmö is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

4:15 AM 18h20 Leipzig 10:35 PM Malmö DKK 347 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest

4:15 AM 18h20 Leipzig 10:35 PM Malmö DKK 347 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest

7:15 PM 17h10 Leipzig 12:25 PM Malmö DKK 499 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options

7:10 PM 17h15 Leipzig 12:25 PM Malmö DKK 433 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:10 PM 17h15 Leipzig 1:25 PM Malmö DKK 482 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Leipzig to Malmö:
A train is DKK 74 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Leipzig to Malmö costing on average DKK 798.
Other travel options to Malmö take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 42m.
- Around 7 trains per day.
- Around 7 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leipzig and Malmö as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Leipzig Hbf and arrive in Malmö Centralstation.
- Flights mostly depart from Berlin Brandenburg Airport and arrive in Copenhagen Airport.
- Buses mostly depart from Leipzig, Hbf and arrive in Malmö, Norra Vallgatan.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Malmö by train.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Malmö by bus.
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