Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Skånetrafiken Öresundståg + Dänische Staatsbahnen + metronom + DB Regio Nord + DB Regio NRW + National Express | Malmo Central Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Cheapest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Centralstation | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Centralstation | Hbf | No tags | |||||
 | Centralstation | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
Skånetrafiken Öresundståg + Dänische Staatsbahnen + metronom + DB Regio Nord + DB Regio NRW + National Express | Malmo Central Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
| Centralstation | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Malmö (Hyllie) | Hbf | No tags | |||||
Skånetrafiken Öresundståg + Dänische Staatsbahnen + metronom + DB Regio Nord + DB Regio NRW + National Express | Malmo Central Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Malmö to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 11 hours 47 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 73,742, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Malmö and Cologne?
Stops in Malmö
- A
Centralstation
Centralplan, 21120 Malmö, Sweden - C
Norra Vallgatan
Norra Vallgatan 60, 211 22 Malmö, Sweden - D
Skeppsbron
Skeppsbron 10, Malmo,, Sweden - E
Oresundsterminalen
Oresundsterminalen, Malmo,, Sweden - F
Terminalen
Stortorget 29, 211 34 Malmo, Sweden
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Malmö to Cologne by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Malmö to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Malmö to Cologne start from CLP 66,029. The average price for this route is around CLP 90,869. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Malmö to Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Malmö to Cologne is 17h 30m, covering a distance of 404 miles (651 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Malmö to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Malmö to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Malmö to Cologne at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Malmö to Cologne?
A bus trip from Malmö to Cologne generates an estimated 16.256125 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Malmö to Cologne was searched and found on Jul 6, 2026 with a price of CLP 76,801To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Malmö to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CLP 76,801 to CLP 130,261 for a bus ticket from Malmö to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 94,896 which is on 2026-07-09.
