Barcelona to Malmo by train

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Overview: trains from Barcelona to Malmo

Find the key information for travelling by train from Barcelona to Malmo, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:10 View journey
Last train 16:36 View journey
Avg changes 4
Fastest journey 26hr 1m View journey
Distance (km) 1770
Trains / day 10 View all
Cheapest journey US$351.50 View journey
Avg journey time 40hr 32m
Train operators 21

Barcelona to Malmo by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Barcelona to Malmo? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 1,770 kilometres.

Train cost between Barcelona and Malmo: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from US$351.50, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Barcelona to Malmo train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 06:10.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 16:36.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 07:05.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 16:36.

  • 10 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 15 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Barcelona to Malmo?

This journey covers a total of 1,770 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 1 day, 2 hours and 1 minute.

When do tickets between Barcelona and Malmo go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Barcelona and Malmo 3 and a half months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Further insights on trains from Barcelona to Malmo

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Malmo city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Barcelona to Malmo

Want to know more about your journey from Barcelona to Malmo? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Barcelona and Malmo is 1,770 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.