The cheapest and fastest trains from Malmö to Kristianstad
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
67
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Malmö to Kristianstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Kristianstad will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 67 trains that leave Malmö for Kristianstad every day 35 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
1208 Pågatåg
1220 Pågatåg
1108 Öresundstågen+
1 Skånetrafiken
1100 Öresundstågen+
1 Skånetrafiken
5 Skånetrafiken+
1116 Öresundstågen+
4 Skånetrafiken
1068 Öresundstågen
1132 Öresundstågen
1140 Öresundstågen
1076 Öresundstågen
1036 ÖresundstågenTravel Information
Compare train and coach for Malmö to Kristianstad
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Kristianstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 86 km
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1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Malmö to Kristianstad train times
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Kristianstad trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1052 Öresundstågen+ 4 Skånetrafiken | 10:03 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1h49 | 11:52 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
1216 Pågatåg | 10:24 Malmö Centralstation | 1h32 | 11:56 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1052 Öresundstågen | 10:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h06 | 11:33 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1052 Öresundstågen+ 545 Skånetrafiken | 10:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h27 | 11:54 Kristianstad | 1 change | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1060 Öresundstågen+ 4 Skånetrafiken | 11:03 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1h49 | 12:52 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
1218 Pågatåg | 11:24 Malmö Centralstation | 1h32 | 12:56 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1060 Öresundstågen+ 552 Skånetrafiken | 11:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h22 | 12:49 Kristianstad | 1 change | |
1060 Öresundstågen | 11:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h06 | 12:33 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1068 Öresundstågen+ 4 Skånetrafiken | 12:03 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1h49 | 13:52 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
1220 Pågatåg | 12:24 Malmö Centralstation | 1h32 | 13:56 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1068 Öresundstågen | 12:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h06 | 13:33 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1068 Öresundstågen+ 552 Skånetrafiken | 12:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h22 | 13:49 Kristianstad | 1 change | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1076 Öresundstågen+ 4 Skånetrafiken | 13:03 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1h49 | 14:52 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
1222 Pågatåg | 13:24 Malmö Centralstation | 1h32 | 14:56 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1076 Öresundstågen | 13:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h06 | 14:33 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1076 Öresundstågen+ 552 Skånetrafiken | 13:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h22 | 14:49 Kristianstad | 1 change | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1084 Öresundstågen+ 4 Skånetrafiken | 14:03 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1h49 | 15:52 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
1224 Pågatåg | 14:24 Malmö Centralstation | 1h32 | 15:56 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1084 Öresundstågen+ 552 Skånetrafiken | 14:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h22 | 15:49 Kristianstad | 1 change | |
1084 Öresundstågen | 14:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h06 | 15:33 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1092 Öresundstågen+ 4 Skånetrafiken | 15:03 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1h49 | 16:52 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
1226 Pågatåg | 15:24 Malmö Centralstation | 1h32 | 16:56 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1092 Öresundstågen+ 552 Skånetrafiken | 15:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h22 | 16:49 Kristianstad | 1 change | |
1092 Öresundstågen | 15:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h06 | 16:33 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1100 Öresundstågen+ 4 Skånetrafiken | 16:03 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1h49 | 17:52 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
1228 Pågatåg | 16:24 Malmö Centralstation | 1h32 | 17:56 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1100 Öresundstågen+ 1 Skånetrafiken | 16:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h30 | 17:57 Kristianstad | 1 change | |
1100 Öresundstågen | 16:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h06 | 17:33 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1108 Öresundstågen+ 4 Skånetrafiken | 17:03 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1h49 | 18:52 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
1230 Pågatåg | 17:24 Malmö Centralstation | 1h32 | 18:56 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1108 Öresundstågen+ 552 Skånetrafiken | 17:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h22 | 18:49 Kristianstad | 1 change | |
1108 Öresundstågen | 17:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h06 | 18:33 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1116 Öresundstågen+ 4 Skånetrafiken | 18:03 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1h49 | 19:52 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
1232 Pågatåg | 18:24 Malmö Centralstation | 1h32 | 19:56 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1116 Öresundstågen | 18:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h06 | 19:33 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1116 Öresundstågen+ 1 Skånetrafiken | 18:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h30 | 19:57 Kristianstad | 1 change | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1124 Öresundstågen+ 4 Skånetrafiken | 19:03 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1h49 | 20:52 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
1234 Pågatåg | 19:24 Malmö Centralstation | 1h32 | 20:56 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1124 Öresundstågen+ 552 Skånetrafiken | 19:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h22 | 20:49 Kristianstad | 1 change | |
1124 Öresundstågen | 19:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h06 | 20:33 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1132 Öresundstågen+ 4 Skånetrafiken | 20:03 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1h49 | 21:52 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
1236 Pågatåg | 20:24 Malmö Centralstation | 1h32 | 21:56 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1132 Öresundstågen | 20:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h06 | 21:33 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1132 Öresundstågen+ 1 Skånetrafiken | 20:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h55 | 22:22 Kristianstad | 1 change | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1140 Öresundstågen+ 4 Skånetrafiken | 20:53 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2h29 | 23:22 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
5 Skånetrafiken · 1238 Pågatåg · 4 Skånetrafiken | 20:53 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2h29 | 23:22 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
1238 Pågatåg | 21:24 Malmö Centralstation | 1h32 | 22:56 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1140 Öresundstågen | 21:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h06 | 22:33 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1140 Öresundstågen+ 552 Skånetrafiken | 21:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h52 | 23:19 Kristianstad | 1 change | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1148 Öresundstågen+ 4 Skånetrafiken | 21:43 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2h39 | 00:22 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
1148 Öresundstågen+ 1 Skånetrafiken | 22:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h55 | 00:22 Kristianstad | 1 change | |
1148 Öresundstågen | 22:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h06 | 23:33 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1012 Öresundstågen+ 4 Skånetrafiken | 04:50 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2h02 | 06:52 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
1206 Pågatåg | 05:24 Malmö Centralstation | 1h32 | 06:56 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1012 Öresundstågen+ 1 Skånetrafiken | 05:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h30 | 06:57 Kristianstad | 1 change | |
1012 Öresundstågen | 05:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h06 | 06:33 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1020 Öresundstågen+ 4 Skånetrafiken | 05:50 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2h02 | 07:52 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
1208 Pågatåg | 06:24 Malmö Centralstation | 1h32 | 07:56 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1020 Öresundstågen+ 1 Skånetrafiken | 06:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h30 | 07:57 Kristianstad | 1 change | |
1020 Öresundstågen | 06:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h06 | 07:33 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1028 Öresundstågen+ 4 Skånetrafiken | 06:50 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2h02 | 08:52 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
1210 Pågatåg | 07:24 Malmö Centralstation | 1h32 | 08:56 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1028 Öresundstågen+ 1 Skånetrafiken | 07:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h30 | 08:57 Kristianstad | 1 change | |
1028 Öresundstågen | 07:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h06 | 08:33 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1036 Öresundstågen+ 4 Skånetrafiken | 08:03 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1h49 | 09:52 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
1212 Pågatåg | 08:24 Malmö Centralstation | 1h32 | 09:56 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1036 Öresundstågen+ 1 Skånetrafiken | 08:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h30 | 09:57 Kristianstad | 1 change | |
1036 Öresundstågen | 08:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h06 | 09:33 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 1044 Öresundstågen+ 4 Skånetrafiken | 09:03 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 1h49 | 10:52 Kristianstad | 2 changes | |
1214 Pågatåg | 09:24 Malmö Centralstation | 1h32 | 10:56 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1044 Öresundstågen+ 545 Skånetrafiken | 09:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h26 | 10:53 Kristianstad | 1 change | |
1044 Öresundstågen | 09:27 Malmö Centralstation | 1h06 | 10:33 Kristianstad Central | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Malmö to Kristianstad
Trains from Malmö to Kristianstad run on average 68 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 68 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Oresundstag, Skånetrafiken, SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Malmö to Kristianstad trainsOresundstag, Skånetrafiken, SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Malmö and Kristianstad from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Malmö to Kristianstad train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malmö to Kristianstad 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 Kristianstad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Malmö and Kristianstad
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the nearby streets.
- Restaurant Atmosfär
- Kin Long Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- SEK 10
- Scandic Triangeln
- Elite Plaza Hotel Malmö
- Clarion Hotel Malmö Live
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Öresundståg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Centralplan 1.
- Bar-B-Ko
- Restaurang Kippers
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 5
- First Hotel Christian IV
- Stadshotellet Kristianstad
- Quality Hotel Grand Kristianstad
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to regional and local destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Öresundståg, Pågatåg
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