The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Malmö
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
2 h 33 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Malmö is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Malmö will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 40 trains that leave Gothenburg for Malmö on Sun, May 17, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 242 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 38 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.
485 SJ 30008:24 AM2h33Gothenburg Centralstation10:57 AMMalmö Centralstation€221One-way0 transfers
485 SJ 3000+
5 Skånetrafiken8:24 AM2h59Gothenburg Centralstation11:23 AMMalmö, Stapelbäddsparken€241One-way1 transfer
1095 Öresundstågen12:55 PM2h53Gothenburg Centralstation3:48 PMMalmö Centralstation€281One-way0 transfers
1079 Öresundstågen10:55 AM2h53Gothenburg Centralstation1:48 PMMalmö Centralstation€281One-way0 transfers
1135 Öresundstågen5:55 PM2h53Gothenburg Centralstation8:48 PMMalmö Centralstation€281One-way0 transfers
491 SJ 30001:24 PM2h33Gothenburg Centralstation3:57 PMMalmö Centralstation€401One-way0 transfers
485 SJ 30008:24 AM2h33Gothenburg Centralstation10:57 AMMalmö Centralstation€221One-way0 transfers
489 SJ 300010:24 AM2h33Gothenburg Centralstation12:57 PMMalmö Centralstation€371One-way0 transfers
493 SJ 30003:24 PM2h33Gothenburg Centralstation5:57 PMMalmö Centralstation€631One-way0 transfers
497 SJ 30005:19 PM2h38Gothenburg Centralstation7:57 PMMalmö Centralstation€301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Gothenburg to Malmö
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Malmö among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 57m. 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 €16, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 242 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€35 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gothenburg to Malmö train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Malmö trains for tomorrow, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1047 Öresundstågen | 6:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h53 | 9:48 AM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1047 Öresundstågen+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 6:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h23 | 10:18 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1 transfer | |
1055 Öresundstågen | 7:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h53 | 10:48 AM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1055 Öresundstågen+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 7:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h18 | 11:13 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1 transfer | |
485 SJ 3000+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 8:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h59 | 11:23 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1 transfer | |
485 SJ 3000 | 8:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h33 | 10:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1063 Öresundstågen+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 18 Västtrafik | 8:29 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3h44 | 12:13 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 transfers | |
1063 Öresundstågen | 8:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h53 | 11:48 AM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1063 Öresundstågen+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 8:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h18 | 12:13 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1 transfer | |
1071 Öresundstågen | 9:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h53 | 12:48 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
489 SJ 3000+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 18 Västtrafik | 10:00 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3h15 | 1:15 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 transfers | |
489 SJ 3000 | 10:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h33 | 12:57 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
489 SJ 3000+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 10:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h51 | 1:15 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1 transfer | |
1079 Öresundstågen | 10:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h53 | 1:48 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1079 Öresundstågen+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 10:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h20 | 2:15 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1 transfer | |
1087 Öresundstågen | 11:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h53 | 2:48 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1087 Öresundstågen+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 11:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h20 | 3:15 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1 transfer | |
1095 Öresundstågen | 12:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h53 | 3:48 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
491 SJ 3000+ 5 Skånetrafiken+ 18 Västtrafik | 12:59 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3h16 | 4:15 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 transfers | |
491 SJ 3000+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 1:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h51 | 4:15 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1 transfer | |
491 SJ 3000 | 1:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h33 | 3:57 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1103 Öresundstågen | 1:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h53 | 4:48 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1103 Öresundstågen+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 1:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h20 | 5:15 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1 transfer | |
1111 Öresundstågen | 2:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h53 | 5:48 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
493 SJ 3000 | 3:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h33 | 5:57 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1119 Öresundstågen | 3:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h53 | 6:48 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1119 Öresundstågen+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 3:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h20 | 7:15 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1 transfer | |
1127 Öresundstågen | 4:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h53 | 7:48 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
497 SJ 3000 | 5:19 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h38 | 7:57 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
497 SJ 3000+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 5:19 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h06 | 8:25 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1 transfer | |
1135 Öresundstågen | 5:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h53 | 8:48 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1135 Öresundstågen+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 5:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h28 | 9:23 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1 transfer | |
18 Västtrafik+ 499 X 2000+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 6:51 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3h47 | 10:38 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 transfers | |
1143 Öresundstågen | 6:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h53 | 9:48 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
499 X 2000 | 7:19 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h38 | 9:57 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
499 X 2000+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 7:19 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h19 | 10:38 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1 transfer | |
1151 Öresundstågen | 7:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h53 | 10:48 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1151 Öresundstågen+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 7:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h43 | 11:38 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1 transfer | |
11159 Öresundstågen | 8:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h58 | 11:53 PM Malmö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
11159 Öresundstågen+ 5 Skånetrafiken | 8:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h43 | 12:38 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Malmö
Trains from Gothenburg to Malmö run on average 44 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 44 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Oresundstag, SJ, Snälltåget, vy, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Gothenburg to Malmö trainsOresundstag, SJ, Snälltåget, vy, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Gothenburg and Malmö from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Gothenburg to Malmö
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Malmö by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Malmö, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gothenburg to Malmö
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
- Burger King
- Espresso House
- Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
- Franks gatukök
- Fruit & Berry
- Happy M Kitchen
- Le Croissant
- Lilla London
- Metropolitan
- Mr. Shou
- & many more
- All entrances to the station are accessible. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee. Personalized special assistance can be requested.
- Hotel Royal
- Hotel Pigalle
- ProfilHotels | Opera
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- Opposite the taxi station.
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 13
- Bus lines: 60327, 61327, Flygbussarna
- Train lines: 029, FLX, MTRX, SJ Regionaltåg, SJ SJ3000, SJ X2000, Tågab, Västtågen, Öresundståg
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- Mon - Fri: 09:15 - 17:15
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code. Max storage time 7 days.
- Bistro Royal
- Burger King
- Chao Oriental Express
- Espresso House
- O'Leary's
- Sliders & Shakes
- Woso Sushi
- Subway
- Sofra
- Spazio
- & many more
- Accessible entrances to the station are via the so-called Glashallen on the north side. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee.
- Hotel Duxiana Malmo
- Moment Hotels
- Mayfair Hotel Tunneln
- Mon - Fri: 09:15 - 17:15
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 31, 32, 35
- Train lines: City Tunnel, Øresund Line, Southern Main Line, West Coast Line
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Hyllie Boulevard.
- Restaurant Nilsson's
- Skybar & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 5
- Best Western Malmo Arena Hotel
- Quality Hotel View
- Malmö Arena Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Malmö Central and Copenhagen
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Öresundståg
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the nearby streets.
- Restaurant Atmosfär
- Kin Long Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- SEK 10
- Scandic Triangeln
- Elite Plaza Hotel Malmö
- Clarion Hotel Malmö Live
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Öresundståg
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