How to travel from Malmo to Kalmar, Sweden

The distance between Malmo and Kalmar is around 284km (177 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3hrs.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Malmo to Kalmar by train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out KalmarMalmo if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Malmo (MMX) to Kalmar (KLR).

  • Duration3hrs
  • Flight time2h 15m
  • Typical cost
    SEK 3,660($345)
Operated byScandinavian Airlines+ 1 others
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Train

Take the train to Kalmar Centralstation.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    SEK 530($50)
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Drive

Drive to Kalmar.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Distance284km (177 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Malmo and Kalmar

There are several options for getting from Malmo to Kalmar by train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around SEK 530 ($50) and will take around 3h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately SEK 3,660 ($345).

The distance between Malmo and Kalmar is around 284km (177 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 239km (148 miles)

It takes around 3h 10m to get from Malmo and Kalmar by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Malmo to Kalmar is to fly which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx SEK 3,660 ($345).

The cheapest way to travel between Malmo and Kalmar, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around SEK 530 ($50) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Malmo and Kalmar. It typically takes around 3h 10m and departs every 2 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Malmo and Kalmar with no changeovers required. The train runs every 2 hours and takes 3h 10m.

Öresundståg run train services between Malmo and Kalmar. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 3h 10m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Malmo and Kalmar. We recommend that you fly from Malmo (MMX) to Kalmar (KLR). instead which will take 3hrs.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Malmo and Kalmar. Flights depart from Malmo (MMX) and arrive at Kalmar (KLR) - via Stockholm (ARN). The flight takes around 2h 15m.

There is no direct flight from Malmo to Kalmar. There is however a flight that goes via Stockholm (ARN). This services will take at least 3hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Malmo to Kalmar typically takes around 2h 15m. Flights depart from Malmo (MMX) and and arrive into Kalmar (KLR).

The closest major airport to Kalmar is Kalmar Oland Airport (KLR) (KLR) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Kalmar. Kallinge Airport (RNB) (RNB) and Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport (GOT) (GOT) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Malmo and Kalmar. The distance is around 284km (177 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Malmo to Kalmar is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around SEK 530 ($50).

How do I get from Malmo to Kalmar

Compare travel optionsbetween Malmo and Kalmar

Transport options from Malmo to Kalmar
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3hrs
SEK 3,660($345)
every 3 hours913km (567 miles)
Train
3h 10m
SEK 530($50)
every 2 hours309km (192 miles)
Drive
3h 20m
SEK 435($41)
on demand284km (177 miles)

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Airports near Kalmar

The following major airports near Kalmar offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Sweden and internationally.

KLR
Kalmar Oland Airport (KLR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
5km (3 miles) from Kalmar
RNB
Kallinge Airport (RNB)
Domestic Airport
Distance
81km (50 miles) from Kalmar
GOT
Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport (GOT)
International Airport
Distance
269km (167 miles) from Kalmar