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Moderna Museet Malmö
A major contemporary art museum in a former power station, known for modern and international exhibitions in a dramatic industrial building.
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£61
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£123
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
13 h 39 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
14 h 15 m
Trains on 31 Aug
7
Distance
970 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Malmö is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Malmö will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
On Mon 31 Aug, we found 7 trains from Basel to Malmö, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 970 km distance in an average of 14 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 h 39 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Malmö among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £93 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 14h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £93, while a train costs an average of £97.
Distance: 970 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£97 Average Price | £93 Average Price Cheapest |
14h 46m Average total duration Fastest 14h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 17m Average total duration 19h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Malmö trains for tomorrow, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:46 Basel | 14h09 | 19:55 Malmö | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:44 Basel | 23h21 | 6:05 Malmö | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:16 Basel | 13h39 | 20:55 Malmö | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:46 Basel | 14h09 | 21:55 Malmö | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:16 Basel | 13h39 | 21:55 Malmö | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:46 Basel | 15h39 | 1:25 Malmö | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Basel to Malmö run on average 7 times per day, taking around 14h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £53 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 970 km distance in 13h 39m.
Distance 970 km |
Average train duration 14h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 13h 39m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Tipping is optional. In restaurants, rounding up or adding 5-10% for great service is enough. Taxis can be rounded up; cafés usually do not expect tips.
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Malmö Centralstation -> Stortorget, Malmö
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Malmö by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Malmö, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basel to Malmö trains use the Basel SBB to Malmö Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Malmö Triangeln station. Use this guide to compare Basel and Malmö train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Malmö Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office and Car Rental.
Food options include: Bistro Royal, Burger King, Chao Oriental Express, Espresso House, O'Leary's, Sliders & Shakes, Woso Sushi, Subway, Sofra, Spazio, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are two ATMs at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 09:15 - 17:15.
Luggage storage is there are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code. Max storage time 7 days.
Available at Malmö Centralstation: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Malmö Centralstation: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malmö Centralstation: Accessible entrances to the station are via the so-called Glashallen on the north side. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Duxiana Malmo, Moment Hotels, Mayfair Hotel Tunneln.
Malmö Triangeln station is 1 km from Malmö city centre. Public transport options include:
Malmö Triangeln station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Atmosfär, Kin Long Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Malmö Triangeln station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Malmö Triangeln station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Malmö Triangeln station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Malmö Triangeln station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malmö Triangeln station.
Nearby hotels include Scandic Triangeln, Elite Plaza Hotel Malmö, Clarion Hotel Malmö Live.
Malmö Hyllie station is 5 km from Malmö city centre. Public transport options include:
Malmö Hyllie station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Nilsson's, Skybar & Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Malmö Hyllie station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Malmö Hyllie station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Malmö Hyllie station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Malmö Hyllie station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malmö Hyllie station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Malmo Arena Hotel, Quality Hotel View, Malmö Arena Hotel.
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