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The cheapest and fastest trains from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 31 Aug

Cheapest price on 31 Aug

£95

Average ticket price on 31 Aug

£125

Fastest journey on 31 Aug

9 h 45 m

Average journey duration on 31 Aug

9 h 56 m

Trains on 31 Aug

Distance

675 km

Cheap tickets

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 £125 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.

Fast trains

To travel from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main you need to make at least 2 changes.

R 1055 · IC 50145 · IC 5761 · 11179
10:5011h24
Malmö Centralstation
22:14Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
£951One-way
4 changes
R 1055 · IC 50145 · IC 5761 · 11179
10:5011h54
Malmö Centralstation
22:44Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
£951One-way
5 changes
R 1009 · RJ 383 · ICE 611
5:0511h44
Malmö Centralstation
16:49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
£991One-way
2 changes
R 1059 · ECE 395 · ICE 1077
11:2010h58
Malmö Centralstation
22:18Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
£1131One-way
2 changes
R 1059 · ECE 395 · ICE 775
11:209h54
Malmö Centralstation
21:14Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
£1131One-way
2 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 an average ticket price of £64 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 11h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £64, while a train costs an average of £89.

Distance: 675 km

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Most popular Train	Coach
£89 Average Price	£64 Average Price Cheapest
11h 53m Average total duration Fastest 11h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	16h 8m Average total duration 15h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

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Live departures

Malmö to Frankfurt am Main train times

The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Frankfurt am Main trains for tomorrow, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
R 1009 · RJ 383 · ICE 611	On time 5:05 Malmö Centralstation	11h44	16:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2 changes
R 1023 · IC 50129 · IC 5757 · 11171	6:50 Malmö Centralstation	11h54	18:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	5 changes
R 1023 · IC 50129 · IC 5757 · 11171	On time 6:50 Malmö Centralstation	11h24	18:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4 changes
R 1325 · ECE 393 · ICE 771	On time 7:29 Malmö Centralstation	9h45	17:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2 changes
R 1325 · ECE 393 · ICE 771 · S9	7:29 Malmö Centralstation	10h15	17:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	3 changes
R 1325 · ECE 393 · ICE 1187	On time 7:29 Malmö Centralstation	10h50	18:19 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	2 changes
R 1039 · IC 50137 · IC 5759 · 11175	8:50 Malmö Centralstation	11h54	20:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	5 changes
R 1039 · IC 50137 · IC 5759 · 11175	On time 8:50 Malmö Centralstation	11h24	20:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4 changes
R 1043 · RJ 385 · 11173 · ICE 773	On time 9:20 Malmö Centralstation	9h54	19:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3 changes
R 1043 · RJ 385 · ICE 615	On time 9:20 Malmö Centralstation	11h29	20:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2 changes
R 1043 · RJ 385 · 11173 · ICE 773	9:20 Malmö Centralstation	10h24	19:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	4 changes
R 1043 · RJ 385 · ECE 9 · S9	9:20 Malmö Centralstation	11h24	20:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	3 changes
R 1043 · RJ 385 · ECE 9	On time 9:20 Malmö Centralstation	10h54	20:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2 changes
R 1055 · IC 50145 · IC 5761 · 11179	On time 10:50 Malmö Centralstation	11h24	22:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4 changes
R 1055 · IC 50145 · IC 5761 · 11179	10:50 Malmö Centralstation	11h54	22:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	5 changes
R 1059 · ECE 395 · ICE 1077	On time 11:20 Malmö Centralstation	10h58	22:18 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	2 changes
R 1059 · ECE 395 · ICE 775 · S9	11:20 Malmö Centralstation	10h24	21:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	3 changes
R 1059 · ECE 395 · ICE 775	On time 11:20 Malmö Centralstation	9h54	21:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2 changes
R 1075 · ECE 397 · ICE 777	On time 13:20 Malmö Centralstation	9h54	23:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2 changes
R 1075 · ECE 397 · ICE 619	On time 13:20 Malmö Centralstation	11h33	0:53 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2 changes
R 1075 · ECE 397 · ICE 777 · S9	13:20 Malmö Centralstation	10h24	23:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	3 changes
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Deutsche Bahn as well as Oresundstag offer trains services from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main

Sweden

Germany

Trains from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £42 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 675 km distance in 9h 54m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £42

Distance

675 km

Average train duration

11h 23m

Cheapest ticket price

£51

Trains per day

Fastest train

9h 54m

First train

0:04

Last train

23:30

Cheapest Month

Apr

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Sun

Best time to book

14 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £42

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 £42. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Deutsche Bahn Duration

9h 54m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price

£51

Deutsche Bahn frequency

9 a day

Luggage included

Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves

Luggage storage

Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.

Cancellation Policy

Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?

Refund

If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.

Seat reservation

Second Class:
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.

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.

Pets

Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.

Quiet zone

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Oresundstag

About

Öresundståg is a train company based in Sweden and Denmark. It operates a wide range of services, including regional, express and night trains. The regional trains offer frequent stops and are the most affordable option, while the express trains are faster and more comfortable. The night trains provide overnight journeys and are a great way to save time and money. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. The most popular routes for Öresundståg are between Copenhagen and Malmö, Gothenburg and Malmö, and Stockholm and Malmö. These routes offer travelers a convenient and affordable way to travel between the two countries.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Oresundstag Duration

9h 28m

Cheapest Oresundstag Price

£155

Oresundstag frequency

3 a day

Luggage included

Free hand luggage and larger items allowed

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled trains

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Bistro car with snacks and beverages

Seat reservation

Seat reservation not included, can be purchased separately

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket

Quiet zone

Learn more about Oresundstag

Complete guide to Frankfurt am Main

Things to do in Frankfurt am Main

Discover the best of Frankfurt am Main — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Frankfurt am Main trip today.

Must visit

Städel Museum

Major art museum on the Museumsufer with European masterpieces from the Middle Ages to modern art in a substantial permanent collection.

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Must visit

Senckenberg Naturmuseum

Extensive natural history museum with dinosaur skeletons, fossils and scientific exhibits, especially popular for families and rainy days.

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Recommended

Museum für Moderne Kunst

Museum of modern and contemporary art known for its striking triangular building and rotating exhibitions near the old town.

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Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining cost more than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and many everyday meals remain reasonably priced.

Average meal costs

Budget: €8-15 for fast food or casual takeaway.
Mid-range: €18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: €70+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee: €3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is not usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.

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.

The cost of a train ticket from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £51, while the average price tends to be around £89.

The train journey from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main covers a distance of 675 km and takes approximately 9h 54m. Trains run 4 per day.

The train distance from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main is 675 km.

The first train from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 0:04.

The last train from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main departs at 23:30.

Trains from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main run approximately 4 times per day.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main.

To get from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

There is no night train service from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main.

The train station in Malmö that goes to Frankfurt am Main is Malmö Centralstation, and it arrives at Frankfurt South station.

The cheapest way to get from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main is by coach, costing approximately £42.

Booking trains from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main offers a mix of scenic views, including picturesque landscapes of southern Sweden, the lush greenery of northern Germany, and charming towns along the route, making it a visually enjoyable experience.

A day trip from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main is not feasible as the journey takes 9h 54m and covers a distance of 675 km. The frequency is 3 times per day for trains.

In Frankfurt am Main, you can ascend the Main Tower for panoramic city views, explore the vibrant Kleinmarkthalle for diverse culinary delights, and visit the Senckenberg Natural History Museum, renowned for its dinosaur fossils. Stroll along the River Main for scenic vistas, and enjoy the bustling atmosphere of the Zeil, the city's premier shopping street. Key sights include the historic Römer city hall, the Städel Museum with its extensive art collection, the Palmengarten botanical garden, the Goethe House museum, and the impressive Frankfurt Cathedral.

To explore the key attractions and get a sense of the city, you typically need about 2 to 3 days in Frankfurt am Main.

Yes, you can take the train from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Malmö and Frankfurt am Main

Most Malmö to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Malmö Centralstation to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Use this guide to compare Malmö and Frankfurt am Main train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Malmö

Arrival train stations in Frankfurt am Main

Which Malmö station do trains to Frankfurt am Main leave from?

Trains from Malmö to Frankfurt am Main leave from Malmö Centralstation. The station is from Malmö city centre at Centralplan 6, 211 20 Malmö, Sweden.

Malmö CentralstationCentralplan 6, 211 20 Malmö, Sweden+46 841062600 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Malmö Centralstation from Malmö city centre

Bus7, 8 · 9m · £0.90 · every ~21 min

Malmö Centralstation train station facilities and services

Malmö Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food options include: Bistro Royal, Burger King, Chao Oriental Express, Espresso House, O'Leary's, Sliders & Shakes, Woso Sushi, Subway, Sofra, Spazio, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are two ATMs at the station.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 09:15 - 17:15.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is there are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code. Max storage time 7 days.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Malmö Centralstation: Parking, Taxis.

Bike and car services

Available at Malmö Centralstation: Car Rental.

Accessibility

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.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Duxiana Malmo, Moment Hotels, Mayfair Hotel Tunneln.

More about Malmö Centralstation

Malmö Hyllie stationHyllie Boulevard, 215 32 Malmö, Sweden+46 771 777 777 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Malmö Hyllie station from Malmö city centre

Malmö Hyllie station is 5 km from Malmö city centre. Public transport options include:

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Bus150 · 14m · £0.90 · every ~5 min

10, 9 · 27m · £2 · every ~16 min

Malmö Hyllie station train station facilities and services

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.