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Copenhagen to Malmo by train

Direct Öresundståg trains link Copenhagen and Malmö in about 40 minutes, with several departures an hour and no seat reservation.

Origin
Copenhagen
Destination
Malmo
Main stations
København to Malmö Central
Countries
Denmark, Sweden

Direct Öresundståg trains run from København H to Malmö C in about 40 minutes, with several departures an hour. They stop at Copenhagen Airport (CPH Lufthavn, Kastrup) on the way.

Direct trains and journey time

Öresundståg is run by VR Sverige (since December 2025) for the Swedish regional transport authorities. Trains cross the Øresund Bridge and call at CPH Lufthavn, Hyllie and Triangeln before Malmö C. Daytime trains are often 15 to 20 minutes apart, though the pattern changes by time and date.

If you are heading for central Malmö, stay on to Malmö C. Get off at Hyllie or Triangeln only if it is closer to your destination. Öresundståg continues beyond Malmö through southern Sweden, so check the destination if Malmö is not your final stop.

Tickets, prices and reservations

Tickets are sold in the currency of the seller. From Copenhagen you can buy an Øresund ticket from DSB in Danish kroner, or a ticket through Öresundståg and Skånetrafiken, which prices in Swedish kronor. Compare the price shown for the exact journey rather than converting between currencies. Öresund ticket prices are fixed, with no advance discounts.

Seats cannot be reserved, so sit where you like. Buy a valid ticket before boarding: Öresundståg does not sell tickets on the train. Ticket machines are at Copenhagen Central Station and Copenhagen Airport. First class is optional, and you can upgrade by card with onboard staff.

A standard bicycle needs its own ticket between Copenhagen and Malmö. Space is limited and cannot be reserved, so if the train is full you will need to take the next one. Folding bikes count as hand luggage.

Crossing into Sweden

Carry valid identification when entering Sweden. Swedish police check passengers at Hyllie, the first Swedish stop. If you get off there, expect the check on the platform; passengers continuing to Malmö are checked on the train.

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct train from Copenhagen to Malmö?

Yes. Öresundståg runs direct trains from København H to Malmö C, stopping at Copenhagen Airport, Hyllie and Triangeln. You do not need to change.

How long is the train from Copenhagen to Malmö?

Allow about 40 minutes from København H to Malmö C. From Copenhagen Airport the trip is shorter.

How often do trains run from Copenhagen to Malmö?

Several Öresundståg trains run each hour. Daytime departures are often 15 to 20 minutes apart, but the pattern varies by date and time.

How much is a Copenhagen to Malmö train ticket?

Öresund tickets have a fixed price with no advance discounts. Buying from DSB shows the fare in DKK; buying through Öresundståg or Skånetrafiken shows it in SEK. Check the price for your journey when booking.

Do I need a seat reservation?

No. Seats on Öresundståg cannot be reserved. Buy your ticket before boarding because tickets are not sold on the train.

Can I take a bicycle on the train to Malmö?

Yes, if there is space. A bicycle needs its own ticket between Copenhagen and Malmö, and places cannot be reserved. If the train is full, take the next one.

Do I need identification on the train to Malmö?

Yes. Carry valid identification when entering Sweden. If you get off at Hyllie, expect the check on the platform; passengers continuing to Malmö are checked on the train.

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