The cheapest and fastest trains from Malmö to Gothenburg
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
3 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Malmö to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Gothenburg will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $43.
Of the 25 trains that leave Malmö for Gothenburg every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 242 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 53 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.
492 SJ 30005:01 PM4h54Malmö Centralstation9:55 PMGothenburg Centralstation$431One-way0 changes
1098 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51106 Öresundstågen5:12 PM3h53Malmö Centralstation9:05 PMGothenburg Centralstation$541One-way2 changes
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1042 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51050 Öresundstågen9:46 AM4h19Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken2:05 PMGothenburg Centralstation$591One-way3 changes
1066 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51074 Öresundstågen1:12 PM3h53Malmö Centralstation5:05 PMGothenburg Centralstation$591One-way2 changes
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1018 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51026 Öresundstågen6:49 AM4h16Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken11:05 AMGothenburg Centralstation$591One-way3 changes
1098 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51106 Öresundstågen5:12 PM3h53Malmö Centralstation9:05 PMGothenburg Centralstation$541One-way2 changes
1066 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51074 Öresundstågen1:12 PM3h53Malmö Centralstation5:05 PMGothenburg Centralstation$591One-way2 changes
1058 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51066 Öresundstågen12:12 PM3h53Malmö Centralstation4:05 PMGothenburg Centralstation$591One-way2 changes
1034 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51042 Öresundstågen9:12 AM3h53Malmö Centralstation1:05 PMGothenburg Centralstation$591One-way2 changes
1018 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51026 Öresundstågen7:12 AM3h53Malmö Centralstation11:05 AMGothenburg Centralstation$591One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 coach with prices starting from $20. 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 coach costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 242 km
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Live departures
Malmö to Gothenburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Gothenburg trains for tomorrow, Thursday, 2 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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5 Skånetrafiken+ 1018 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51026 Öresundstågen | 4:49 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 4h16 | 9:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1018 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51026 Öresundstågen | 4:49 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 4h40 | 9:29 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 5 changes | |
1018 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51026 Öresundstågen | 5:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 3h53 | 9:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1034 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51042 Öresundstågen | 6:45 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 4h45 | 11:30 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 5 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1034 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51042 Öresundstågen | 6:45 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 4h20 | 11:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
1034 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51042 Öresundstågen | 7:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 3h53 | 11:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1042 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51050 Öresundstågen | 7:46 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 4h19 | 12:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1042 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51050 Öresundstågen | 7:46 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 4h44 | 12:30 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 5 changes | |
484 SJ 3000 | 8:01 AM Malmö Centralstation | 4h54 | 12:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
1042 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51050 Öresundstågen | 8:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 3h53 | 12:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1058 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51066 Öresundstågen | 9:51 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 4h14 | 2:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1058 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51066 Öresundstågen | 9:51 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 4h38 | 2:29 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 5 changes | |
1058 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51066 Öresundstågen | 10:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 3h53 | 2:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1066 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51074 Öresundstågen | 10:51 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 4h14 | 3:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1066 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51074 Öresundstågen | 10:51 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 4h38 | 3:29 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 5 changes | |
1066 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51074 Öresundstågen | 11:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 3h53 | 3:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1074 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51082 Öresundstågen | 11:51 AM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 4h14 | 4:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1082 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51090 Öresundstågen | 12:51 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 4h14 | 5:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1082 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51090 Öresundstågen | 12:51 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 4h18 | 5:09 PM Gothenburg | 4 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1082 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51090 Öresundstågen | 12:51 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 4h39 | 5:30 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 5 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1098 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51106 Öresundstågen | 2:51 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 4h14 | 7:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1098 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51106 Öresundstågen | 2:51 PM Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 4h36 | 7:27 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 5 changes | |
492 SJ 3000 | 3:01 PM Malmö Centralstation | 4h54 | 7:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
1098 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 51106 Öresundstågen | 3:12 PM Malmö Centralstation | 3h53 | 7:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
1146 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 6804 Öresundstågen · 20154 Öresundstågen | 9:18 PM Malmö Centralstation | 8h12 | 5:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Malmö to Gothenburg
Trains from Malmö to Gothenburg run on average 45 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 but you can travel from only $20 by coach.
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 16m.
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 |
Trains per day 45 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Train companies: Oresundstag, SJ, Snälltåget, vy, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Malmö to Gothenburg trainsOresundstag, SJ, Snälltåget, vy, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Malmö and Gothenburg from $20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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vy
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Swedish Railways (SJ)
FAQs: Malmö to Gothenburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malmö to Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Malmö and Gothenburg
- 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
- 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
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