The cheapest and fastest trains from Malmö to Cologne
Cheapest price
£130
Average price
£142
Fastest journey
10 h 29 m
Average duration
10 h 59 m
Trains per day
92
Distance
657 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Malmö to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Cologne will cost around £142 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £130.
To travel from Malmö to Cologne you need to make at least 3 changes.
311 Snälltåget+
ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921
1077 Öresundstågen+
ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921
1041 Öresundstågen+
ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921
1063 Öresundstågen+
ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921
1029 Öresundstågen+
ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619
1075 Öresundstågen+
ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619
1073 Öresundstågen+
ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619
1071 Öresundstågen+
ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619
1069 Öresundstågen+
ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619
1067 Öresundstågen+
ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Malmö to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a train costs an average of £113.
Distance: 657 km
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Live departures
Malmö to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Cologne trains for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1041 Öresundstågen+ ECE 2821 · ICE 205 | 08:05 Malmö Centralstation | 11h43 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1041 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1175 · ICE 205 | 08:05 Malmö Centralstation | 11h43 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1041 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 08:05 Malmö Centralstation | 14h44 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1045 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 08:35 Malmö Centralstation | 14h14 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1045 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 08:35 Malmö Centralstation | 17h27 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1047 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 08:50 Malmö Centralstation | 13h59 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1047 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 08:50 Malmö Centralstation | 17h12 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1049 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 09:05 Malmö Centralstation | 13h44 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1049 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 09:05 Malmö Centralstation | 16h57 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1051 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 09:20 Malmö Centralstation | 13h29 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1051 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 09:20 Malmö Centralstation | 16h42 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1053 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 09:35 Malmö Centralstation | 13h14 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1053 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 09:35 Malmö Centralstation | 16h27 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1055 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 09:50 Malmö Centralstation | 16h12 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1055 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 09:50 Malmö Centralstation | 12h59 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1057 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 10:05 Malmö Centralstation | 15h57 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1057 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 10:05 Malmö Centralstation | 12h44 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1059 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 10:20 Malmö Centralstation | 12h29 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1059 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 10:20 Malmö Centralstation | 15h42 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1061 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 10:35 Malmö Centralstation | 15h27 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1061 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 10:35 Malmö Centralstation | 12h14 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1063 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 10:50 Malmö Centralstation | 15h12 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1063 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 10:50 Malmö Centralstation | 11h59 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1065 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 11:05 Malmö Centralstation | 11h44 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1065 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 11:05 Malmö Centralstation | 14h57 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1067 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 11:20 Malmö Centralstation | 14h42 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1067 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 11:20 Malmö Centralstation | 11h29 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1069 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 11:35 Malmö Centralstation | 14h27 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1069 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 11:35 Malmö Centralstation | 11h14 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1071 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 11:50 Malmö Centralstation | 10h59 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1071 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 11:50 Malmö Centralstation | 14h12 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1073 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 12:05 Malmö Centralstation | 10h44 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1073 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 12:05 Malmö Centralstation | 13h57 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1075 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 12:20 Malmö Centralstation | 13h42 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1075 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 12:20 Malmö Centralstation | 10h29 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1077 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 12:35 Malmö Centralstation | 13h27 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1079 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 12:50 Malmö Centralstation | 13h12 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1081 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 13:05 Malmö Centralstation | 12h57 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1083 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 13:20 Malmö Centralstation | 12h42 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
311 Snälltåget+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 13:30 Malmö Centralstation | 12h32 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1085 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 13:35 Malmö Centralstation | 12h27 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1087 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 13:50 Malmö Centralstation | 12h12 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1089 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 14:05 Malmö Centralstation | 11h57 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1091 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 14:20 Malmö Centralstation | 11h42 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1165 Öresundstågen+ ECE 393 · ICE 203 | 23:35 Malmö Centralstation | 18h13 | 17:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1539 Pågatåg+ 1165 Öresundstågen+ ECE 393 · ICE 203 | 23:41 Malmö Centralstation | 18h07 | 17:48 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
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1177 Öresundstågen+ ECE 393 · ICE 203 | 00:35 Malmö Centralstation | 17h13 | 17:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1181 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1175 · ICE 205 | 01:35 Malmö Centralstation | 18h13 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1181 Öresundstågen+ ECE 393 · ICE 203 | 01:35 Malmö Centralstation | 16h13 | 17:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1189 Öresundstågen+ ECE 393 · ICE 203 | 02:35 Malmö Centralstation | 15h13 | 17:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1189 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1175 · ICE 205 | 02:35 Malmö Centralstation | 17h13 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1001 Öresundstågen+ ECE 393 · ICE 203 | 03:05 Malmö Centralstation | 14h43 | 17:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1001 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1175 · ICE 205 | 03:05 Malmö Centralstation | 16h43 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1005 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1175 · ICE 205 | 03:35 Malmö Centralstation | 16h13 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1005 Öresundstågen+ ECE 393 · ICE 203 | 03:35 Malmö Centralstation | 14h13 | 17:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1007 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1175 · ICE 205 | 03:52 Malmö Centralstation | 15h56 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1007 Öresundstågen+ ECE 393 · ICE 203 | 03:52 Malmö Centralstation | 13h56 | 17:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1009 Öresundstågen+ ECE 393 · ICE 203 | 04:05 Malmö Centralstation | 13h43 | 17:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1009 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1175 · ICE 205 | 04:05 Malmö Centralstation | 15h43 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1013 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 04:35 Malmö Centralstation | 18h14 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1013 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1175 · ICE 205 | 04:35 Malmö Centralstation | 15h13 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1013 Öresundstågen+ ECE 393 · ICE 203 | 04:35 Malmö Centralstation | 13h13 | 17:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1015 Öresundstågen+ ECE 393 · ICE 203 | 04:50 Malmö Centralstation | 12h58 | 17:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1015 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 04:50 Malmö Centralstation | 17h59 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1015 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1175 · ICE 205 | 04:50 Malmö Centralstation | 14h58 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1017 Öresundstågen+ ECE 393 · ICE 203 | 05:05 Malmö Centralstation | 12h43 | 17:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1017 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 05:05 Malmö Centralstation | 17h44 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1017 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1175 · ICE 205 | 05:05 Malmö Centralstation | 14h43 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1021 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 05:35 Malmö Centralstation | 17h14 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1021 Öresundstågen+ ECE 393 · ICE 203 | 05:35 Malmö Centralstation | 12h13 | 17:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1021 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1175 · ICE 205 | 05:35 Malmö Centralstation | 14h13 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1023 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 05:50 Malmö Centralstation | 16h59 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1023 Öresundstågen+ ECE 393 · ICE 203 | 05:50 Malmö Centralstation | 11h58 | 17:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1023 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1175 · ICE 205 | 05:50 Malmö Centralstation | 13h58 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1025 Öresundstågen+ ECE 393 · ICE 203 | 06:05 Malmö Centralstation | 11h43 | 17:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1025 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1175 · ICE 205 | 06:05 Malmö Centralstation | 13h43 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1025 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 06:05 Malmö Centralstation | 16h44 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1029 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1175 · ICE 205 | 06:35 Malmö Centralstation | 13h13 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1029 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 06:35 Malmö Centralstation | 16h14 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1029 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 06:35 Malmö Centralstation | 19h27 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1031 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1175 · ICE 205 | 06:50 Malmö Centralstation | 12h58 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1031 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 06:50 Malmö Centralstation | 19h12 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1031 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 06:50 Malmö Centralstation | 15h59 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1033 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 07:05 Malmö Centralstation | 18h57 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1033 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 07:05 Malmö Centralstation | 15h44 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1033 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1175 · ICE 205 | 07:05 Malmö Centralstation | 12h43 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1037 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 07:35 Malmö Centralstation | 18h27 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1037 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 07:35 Malmö Centralstation | 15h14 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1037 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1175 · ICE 205 | 07:35 Malmö Centralstation | 12h13 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
1039 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · S3 · ICE 921 | 07:50 Malmö Centralstation | 18h12 | 02:02 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1039 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · S3 · ICE 619 | 07:50 Malmö Centralstation | 14h59 | 22:49 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
1039 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1175 · ICE 205 | 07:50 Malmö Centralstation | 11h58 | 19:48 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Malmö to Cologne
Trains from Malmö to Cologne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £112 but you can travel from only £38 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 657 km distance in 10h 12m.
Distance 657 km |
Average train duration 9h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £112 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 10h 12m |
First train 00:35 |
Last train 22:35 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Oresundstag from Malmö to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn, Oresundstag trains will get you between Malmö and Cologne from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
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FAQs: Malmö to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malmö to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Malmö and Cologne
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
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