The cheapest and fastest trains from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£156
Average price
£160
Fastest journey
9 h 28 m
Average duration
12 h 1 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
675 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £160 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £156.
To travel from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main you need to make at least 2 changes.
8:299h28Malmö17:57Frankfurt am Main£1561One-way2 changes
8:5013h06Malmö21:56Frankfurt am Main£1611One-way2 changes
21:5010h24Malmö8:14Frankfurt am Main£1611One-way2 changes
22:5015h06Malmö13:56Frankfurt am Main£1611One-way2 changes
8:299h28Malmö17:57Frankfurt am Main£1561One-way2 changes
21:5010h24Malmö8:14Frankfurt am Main£1611One-way2 changes
8:5013h06Malmö21:56Frankfurt am Main£1611One-way2 changes
22:5015h06Malmö13:56Frankfurt am Main£1611One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Malmö to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11h 22m. 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 £43, and a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 675 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£78 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest |
11h 52m Average total duration Fastest 11h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 47m Average total duration 15h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Malmö to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 1041 · ECE 1179 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 9:05 Malmö Centralstation | 12h39 | 21:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6 changes | |
R 1041 · ECE 1179 · IC 5759 · 11175 | On time 9:05 Malmö Centralstation | 12h04 | 21:09 Frankfurt South station | 4 changes | |
R 1047 · R 54541 · R 30048 · R 57145 | On time 9:50 Malmö Centralstation | 13h24 | 23:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7 changes | |
R 1047 · R 54541 · R 30048 · R 57145 | 9:50 Malmö Centralstation | 13h54 | 23:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 8 changes | |
R 1053 · ECE 395 · ICE 77 · S6 | 10:35 Malmö Centralstation | 12h09 | 22:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4 changes | |
R 1053 · ECE 395 · ICE 617 | On time 10:35 Malmö Centralstation | 12h14 | 22:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
R 1053 · ECE 395 · ICE 77 | On time 10:35 Malmö Centralstation | 11h34 | 22:09 Frankfurt South station | 2 changes | |
R 1053 · ECE 395 · ICE 777 | On time 10:35 Malmö Centralstation | 12h39 | 23:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main
Trains from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 675 km distance in 13h 32m.
Distance 675 km |
Average train duration 11h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 13h 32m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Oresundstag from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Oresundstag trains will get you between Malmö and Frankfurt am Main from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
Oresundstag
FAQs: Malmö to Frankfurt am Main train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Malmö and Frankfurt am Main
- Mon - Fri: 09:15 - 17:15
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code. Max storage time 7 days.
- Bistro Royal
- Burger King
- Chao Oriental Express
- Espresso House
- O'Leary's
- Sliders & Shakes
- Woso Sushi
- Subway
- Sofra
- Spazio
- & many more
- 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.
- Hotel Duxiana Malmo
- Moment Hotels
- Mayfair Hotel Tunneln
- Mon - Fri: 09:15 - 17:15
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 31, 32, 35
- Train lines: City Tunnel, Øresund Line, Southern Main Line, West Coast Line
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Hyllie Boulevard.
- Restaurant Nilsson's
- Skybar & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 5
- Best Western Malmo Arena Hotel
- Quality Hotel View
- Malmö Arena Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Malmö Central and Copenhagen
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Öresundståg
- Bus: Several lines available
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- Immer Satt
- Café Crumble
- Café Albatros
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
- Imperial
- Sophien Hotel
- Hotel Isha
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