How to travel from Stockholm to Malmo, Sweden

The distance between Stockholm and Malmo is around 545km (338 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the underground and then fly which takes around 2h 20m.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Stockholm to Malmo by train, bus, car, plane and subway. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Alvik T-bana then fly from Stockholm Bromma (BMA) to Malmo (MMX).

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Flight time1h 20m
  • Typical cost
    SEK 1,595($150)
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3 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Malmö Centralstation.

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    SEK 640($60)
Operated bySwedish Railways+ 1 others

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Bus

Take the bus to Malmö central train station FlixBus stop.

  • Duration8hrs
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    SEK 370($35)
Operated byFlixBus+ 1 others
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Drive

Drive to Malmö.

  • Duration6h 20m
  • Distance614km (381 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Stockholm and Malmo

There are several options for getting from Stockholm to Malmo by train, bus, car, plane and subway. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around SEK 370 ($35) and will take around 8hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the underground and then fly and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately SEK 1,595 ($150).

The distance between Stockholm and Malmo is around 545km (338 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 513km (319 miles)

It takes around 4h 25m to get from Stockholm and Malmo by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 6h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Stockholm to Malmo is to take the underground and then fly which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx SEK 1,595 ($150).

The cheapest way to travel between Stockholm and Malmo, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around SEK 370 ($35) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Stockholm and Malmo. It typically takes around 4h 25m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Stockholm and Malmo with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 4h 25m.

Swedish Railways and Snälltåget run train services between Stockholm and Malmo. Trains depart hourly and will take around 4h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Stockholm and Malmo. It typically takes around 8hrs and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Stockholm and Malmo with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 4 hours and takes 8hrs.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Stockholm and Malmo. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 8hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Stockholm to Malmo. We recommend that you fly from Stockholm Bromma (BMA) to Helsingborg (AGH) then take the train to Malmö C. instead which will take 3hrs.

The closest major airport to Malmo is Malmo Airport (MMX) (MMX) which is approximately 24km (15 miles) from Malmo. Angelholm Helsingborg Airport (AGH) (AGH) 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 Stockholm and Malmo. The distance is around 614km (381 miles) by road and it will take around 6h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Stockholm to Malmo is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 25m and will usually cost around SEK 640 ($60).

How do I get from Stockholm to Malmo

Compare travel optionsbetween Stockholm and Malmo

Transport options from Stockholm to Malmo
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 3 similar
2h 20m
SEK 1,595($150)
every 2 hours545km (338 miles)
Plane and Train3hrs
SEK 2,575($240)
every 30 mins570km (354 miles)
Fly to Kristianstad (KID), Train3h 10m
SEK 1,915($180)
hourly585km (364 miles)
Fly to Halmstad (HAD), Train3h 40m
SEK 2,905($275)
every 30 mins592km (368 miles)
Train + 1 similar
4h 25m
SEK 640($60)
hourly586km (364 miles)
Train to Eslöv station5hrs
SEK 425($40)
twice daily586km (364 miles)
Bus
8hrs
SEK 370($35)
every 4 hours630km (392 miles)
Drive
6h 20m
SEK 925($87)
on demand614km (381 miles)

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Airports near Malmo

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

MMX
Malmo Airport (MMX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
24km (15 miles) from Malmo
AGH
Angelholm Helsingborg Airport (AGH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
76km (47 miles) from Malmo
GOT
Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport (GOT)
International Airport
Distance
233km (145 miles) from Malmo