Malmo to Gothenburg by train

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Overview: trains from Malmo to Gothenburg

Find the key information for travelling by train from Malmo to Gothenburg, 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 05:08 View journey
Last train 21:34 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 15m View journey
Distance (km) 242
Trains / day 40 View all
Cheapest journey US$65.07 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 34m
Train operators 5

Travelling by train from Malmo to Gothenburg

Ready to travel from Malmo to Gothenburg by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Malmo and Gothenburg

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: US$65.07

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

  • Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Malmo to Gothenburg daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Gothenburg on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 40 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 05:08: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 21:34: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 06:08: departure of first train on weekends

  • 20:12: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 23 minutes: frequency of train departures

Malmo to Gothenburg train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 242 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 2 hours and 15 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets from Malmo to Gothenburg?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 6 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Making the most of your trip to Gothenburg

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Gothenburg.

FAQs about the train journey from Malmo to Gothenburg

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

The distance between Malmo and Gothenburg is 242 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.