How to travel from Malmö to Hamburg

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Compare train, bus, and ferry for Malmö to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $55 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 52m. 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 $55, while a train costs an average of $83.

Distance: 184 miles (297 km)

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$83

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$55

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$65

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6h 52m

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6h 22m

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9h 56m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Malmö to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $55.

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

A bus is $10 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Malmö to Hamburg costing on average $65.

A bus is $28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Malmö to Hamburg costing on average $83.

The fastest way to travel from Malmö to Hamburg is by train with an average journey time of 6h 52m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 0m.

Ferry takes on average 9h 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Malmö and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and ferry.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Malmö to Hamburg among Omio's users.

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from Malmö to Hamburg

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • Sindbad0
    3:00 PM6h25
    Malmö
    9:25 PMHamburg
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Sindbad0
    3:00 PM6h25
    Malmö
    9:25 PMHamburg
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnR 1075 · ECE 397
    1:20 PM5h41
    Malmö Centralstation
    7:01 PMHamburg Hbf
    $921One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnR 1007 · IC 50121 · IC 5755 · 11167
    4:52 AM7h30
    Malmö Centralstation
    12:22 PMHamburg Hbf
    $831One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnR 1025 · ECE 393
    7:05 AM6h03
    Malmö Centralstation
    1:08 PMHamburg Hbf
    $921One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnR 1177 · IC 50109 · IC 5753 · 11163
    1:35 AM8h46
    Malmö Centralstation
    10:21 AMHamburg Hbf
    $921One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:05 AM6h40
    Malmö, Hyllie
    2:45 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $461One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:10 AM6h35
    Malmö, Norra Vallgatan
    2:45 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $471One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:10 AM6h55
    Malmö, Norra Vallgatan
    12:05 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • TT LineTT Line
    10:00 AM10h15
    Port of Trelleborg
    8:15 PMTravemünde (Skandinavienkai)
    $771One-way
    0 transfers
  • FINNLINESFinnlines
    10:00 AM9h15
    Malmö Port
    7:15 PMTravemünde (Skandinavienkai)
    $871One-way
    0 transfers
  • FINNLINESFinnlines
    1:30 PM9h30
    Malmö Port
    11:00 PMTravemünde (Skandinavienkai)
    $871One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Malmö to Hamburg

Travel to Hamburg 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 Malmö to Hamburg.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Malmö and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Malmö to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $55.

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

A bus is $10 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Malmö to Hamburg costing on average $65.

A bus is $28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Malmö to Hamburg costing on average $83.

The fastest way to travel from Malmö to Hamburg is by train with an average journey time of 6h 52m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 0m.

Ferry takes on average 9h 56m.

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

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Malmö and Hamburg 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 Malmö to Hamburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Malmö Centralstation and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Malmö, Norra Vallgatan and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Malmö Port and arrive in Travemünde (Skandinavienkai).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Malmö to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus, Vy Buss to go to Hamburg by bus.
  • Travel with FINNLINES, TT-Line , TT Line to go to Hamburg by ferry.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Snälltåget, SJ, Sylt Shuttle Plus, Oresundstag to go to Hamburg by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Malmö to Hamburg with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus.
  • 3 direct ferries per day with FINNLINES, TT-Line , TT Line.
Omio customers who travel from Malmö to Hamburg often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Copenhagen, Paris, Amsterdam, Stockholm. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Hamburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Hamburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Hamburg, you can explore the vibrant nightlife of the Reeperbahn, enjoy a scenic boat tour of the Port of Hamburg, visit the lively Hamburg Fish Market, and discover the International Maritime Museum. Stroll along the Alster Lakes for picturesque views, and don't miss the Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, Speicherstadt, St. Michael's Church, and Planten un Blomen for diverse attractions and experiences.
Three days in Hamburg are generally sufficient to explore major attractions such as the Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, and the historic Speicherstadt, as well as to experience its vibrant neighborhoods and local cuisine.

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