Train from Copenhagen to Malmo
The train from Copenhagen to Malmo is the fastest and most affordable way to reach Sweden. Here you can read how the connection works, where to buy tickets, and what to expect during the journey.
How the train connection between Copenhagen and Malmo works
The train between Copenhagen and Malmo is called the Öresundtåg. It travels across the Oresund Bridge, connecting Denmark with Sweden. For travelers wanting to take a day trip to Malmo from Copenhagen, this is the most direct and simple option.
Important to know:
- Departure: København H (Copenhagen Central Station)
- Arrival: Malmö C (Malmo Central Station)
- Travel time: Approximately 35 minutes
- Frequency: Every 20 minutes during the day
- Stops along the way: Includes Kastrup Airport (CPH)
- Ticket price: from approximately £9
The journey is direct, and you do not need to change trains.
Why the train is the best choice for a day trip to Malmo
The route from Copenhagen to Malmo is short, affordable, and practical. You travel from city center to city center without extra costs or hassle.
Advantages:
- You do not have to pay the toll for the Oresund Bridge
- No parking fees in Malmo
- No traffic jams or delays due to road traffic
- Comfortable seats and a peaceful view over the Oresund
- Fast and reliable, even during peak hours
For a day trip, this is the option that almost everyone chooses. Read more here about a day trip to Copenhagen.
Where to buy a train ticket from Copenhagen to Malmo
Tickets can be bought easily, both online and at the station. The easiest option is to book via Omio, where you receive fast tickets on your phone, always see the current prices, and can immediately see which bus departs from your location to Copenhagen station and when.
You can also buy your ticket at the machines at Copenhagen Central, but booking online is usually faster and clearer.
Should you take border controls into account?
Sweden sometimes carries out border controls upon arrival in Malmo. These happen randomly, but always ensure you have a valid passport or ID card with you. The check usually takes place at Malmo Central, where the Swedish police select travelers near the exit.
Most travelers notice very little of this, but keep your documents close at hand.
What the train journey looks like
The train uses the same Oresund Bridge that cars use. During the ride, you notice little of the bridge itself, except for some beautiful views over the water.
What to expect:
- No transfers (Check prices directly via Omio)
- A smooth passage via Kastrup
- Wide views over the Oresund
- Arrival at Malmo Central right near the city center
The station in Malmo is within walking distance of the city center, Lilla Torg (the old square), and the Västra Hamnen district.
Traveling further to other cities in Sweden
A day trip to Malmo is popular, but you can also easily travel further from Malmo.
Connections from Malmö C:
- High-speed train to Stockholm, travel time approximately 4.5 hours
- Trains to Lund, Hässleholm, Ystad, or Gothenburg
- Regional trains toward Southern Sweden
The route from Copenhagen to Sweden via Malmo is an ideal start for a longer journey.
On this page
After you have made the crossing to Denmark, you will naturally want to continue to Sweden as quickly as possible. On MalmoBridge.com we show you exactly which routes are most convenient and how to get to the Copenhagen and Malmo bridge without detours. On the page about the crossing to Denmark, you can read step-by-step how to drive from the UK or Germany towards Copenhagen and then easily cross via the bridge towards Malmö and the rest of Sweden.
Destinations in Sweden
The Øresund Bridge is the starting point of a larger tour for many travellers. Popular destinations after the bridge include Stockholm, the island of Bornholm, the coastal city of Gothenburg and the Kalmar and Öland region.
From Malmö you can drive to these places in a single day, making the bridge the ideal gateway for your complete Swedish trip.
Discover Malmö
As soon as you cross the bridge you are almost immediately in Malmö. This city is perfect for a first stop in Sweden, with sights such as the Turning Torso, the historic centre around Lilla Torg and the promenade at Ribersborg beach. You can easily walk around here for a few hours or stay the night before driving further inland.
Copenhagen as a stopover
Before you drive onto the Malmo bridge, you pass Copenhagen. Many travellers choose to stay here for one or two days. You can visit Nyhavn, Tivoli, the Little Mermaid and the lively food markets while your car is parked in or near the city. Afterwards, you drive on to Sweden via the Øresund Bridge in no time.