The cheapest and fastest ferries from Hamburg to Malmö
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 10 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Hamburg to Malmö is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Malmö will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £21.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Hamburg for Malmö every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 03 Dec the direct ferries cover the 297 km distance in an average of 9 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 9 h 30 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.
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Compare train, coach and ferry for Hamburg to Malmö
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Malmö among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £34, and a ferry costs an average of £33.
Distance: 160 nautical miles (297 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£81 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price |
9h 59m Average total duration 8h 59m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Hamburg to Malmö Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 19:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 07:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 01:00 | Arrival Time 10:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 21:45 | Arrival Time 07:15 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 03:00 | Arrival Time 11:45 | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
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Hamburg to Malmö ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Malmö ferries for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Finnlines | 09:00 Travemünde | 9h15 | 18:15 Malmö Port | 0 changesdirect | |
Finnlines | 20:45 Travemünde | 9h30 | 06:15 Malmö Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 December | |||||
Finnlines | 02:00 Travemünde | 8h45 | 10:45 Malmö Port | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Hamburg to Malmö
Ferries from Hamburg to Malmö run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 59m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 160 nautical miles (297 km) distance in 7h 0m. There are 26 sailings per week. Ferries from Hamburg to Malmö are available to foot passengers.


Distance 160 nautical miles (297 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 26 |
Fastest ferry 7h 0m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: FINNLINES, TT-Line from Hamburg to MalmöYou can travel by ferry between Hamburg to Malmö with FINNLINES, TT-Line for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Hamburg to Malmö ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Malmö by ferry. 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 ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Malmö, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Malmö
- 08:00-18:00
- Saturday: 09:00-14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Saltimporten Canteen (0.4km)
- Restaurang KP (0.7km)
- Restaurang Sture (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi Skåne and Taxi Malmö.
- Free
- Bus Line 3, Stop: Malmö Centralstation
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