The cheapest and fastest buses from Malmö to Gothenburg
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Malmö to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Gothenburg will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 22 buses that leave Malmö for Gothenburg on Sun, May 24, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 24 the direct buses cover the 242 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sun, May 24 the slowest buses will take 3 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6007:30 AM3h45Malmö, Norra Vallgatan11:15 AMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€201One-way0 transfers
6007:10 PM3h45Malmö, Norra Vallgatan10:55 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€201One-way0 transfers
3009:30 PM3h25Malmö, Norra Vallgatan12:55 AMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€201One-way0 transfers
6006:15 PM3h25Malmö, Norra Vallgatan9:40 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€211One-way0 transfers
6009:50 AM3h25Malmö, Norra Vallgatan1:15 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€211One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:40 PM3h00Malmö, Norra Vallgatan9:40 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€321One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:40 AM3h05Malmö, Norra Vallgatan12:45 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€331One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:40 PM3h05Malmö, Norra Vallgatan6:45 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:35 AM3h15Malmö, Norra Vallgatan11:50 AMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:00 AM3h15Malmö, Norra Vallgatan2:15 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Malmö to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 242 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€23 Average price Cheapest | €33 Average price |
4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Malmö to Gothenburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Gothenburg buses for today, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1524 Pågatåg+ 600 | 5:21 PM Malmö Centralstation | 5h34 | 10:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
1228 Pågatåg+ 600 | 5:24 PM Malmö Centralstation | 5h31 | 10:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
1100 Öresundstågen+ 600 | 5:27 PM Malmö Centralstation | 5h28 | 10:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
1774 Pågatåg+ 600 | 5:39 PM Malmö Centralstation | 5h16 | 10:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
1102 Öresundstågen+ 600 | 5:42 PM Malmö Centralstation | 5h13 | 10:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
1576 Pågatåg+ 600 | 5:51 PM Malmö Centralstation | 5h04 | 10:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
1278 Pågatåg+ 600 | 5:54 PM Malmö Centralstation | 5h01 | 10:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:55 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 3h15 | 9:10 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
1104 Öresundstågen+ 600 | 5:57 PM Malmö Centralstation | 4h58 | 10:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
1726 Pågatåg+ 600 | 6:09 PM Malmö Centralstation | 4h46 | 10:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
1106 Öresundstågen+ 600 | 6:12 PM Malmö Centralstation | 4h43 | 10:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
600 | 6:15 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 3h25 | 9:40 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
1526 Pågatåg+ 600 | 6:21 PM Malmö Centralstation | 4h34 | 10:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:40 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 3h00 | 9:40 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 | 7:10 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 3h45 | 10:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 4h10 | 2:25 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 | 10:45 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 3h25 | 2:10 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 24 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:35 AM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 3h35 | 5:10 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 | 7:30 AM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 3h45 | 11:15 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 AM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 3h15 | 11:50 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 AM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 3h05 | 12:45 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 | 9:50 AM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 3h25 | 1:15 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 | 11:00 AM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 3h45 | 2:45 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 3h15 | 2:15 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
300 | 12:00 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 3h25 | 3:25 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 12:00 PM Malmö, Slagthuset | 4h00 | 4:00 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:40 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 3h15 | 4:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 | 2:15 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 3h25 | 5:40 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 | 3:15 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 3h25 | 6:40 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 3h05 | 6:45 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 3h45 | 8:50 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Malmö to Gothenburg
Buses from Malmö to Gothenburg run on average 45 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 242 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 242 km |
Average bus duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 45 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
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FAQs: Bus from Malmö to Gothenburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malmö to Gothenburg by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gothenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Vy Bus4You
- Vy Bus4You strives for all to travel comfortably, safely and independently, adapting digital services, vehicles, and ticket solutions in accordance with the new accessibility directive (European Accessibility Act) which takes effect in June 2025.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Vy Bus4You
- Tickets with cancellation insurance can be canceled up to one hour before departure for a full refund, excluding the cancellation insurance premium.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Vy Bus4You
- One checked bag and one hand luggage with a total maximum weight of 25kg is included for Swedish services, while Norwegian services allow two checked bags and one hand luggage with maximum dimensions of 175 cm (height + length + depth) and 23 kg per item.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Vy Bus4You
- Additional luggage can be another bag up to 25 kg, and special luggage like a golf bag, skis, or an instrument can weigh a maximum of 20 kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Vy Bus4You
- Smaller pets are allowed in cages no bigger than a normal seat (max 50x40x40 cm) and require a child's ticket for Swedish routes, while guide dogs are free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Malmö to Gothenburg
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 3, 5, 7, 8 Train: Öresundståg
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Nils (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Espresso House (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 16, 17, 18, 19, 50, 60 Trains: All regional and national s Trams: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11
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