The cheapest and fastest trains from Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
5 h 19 m
Average duration
6 h 26 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
537 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
Of the 4 trains that leave Malmö for Stockholm-Arlanda every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 537 km distance in an average of 6 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 23 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.
19:176h11Malmö1:28Stockholm-Arlanda£421One-way0 changes
21:178h23Malmö5:40Stockholm-Arlanda£911One-way0 changes
3:075h19Malmö8:26Stockholm-Arlanda£921One-way0 changes
15:185h52Malmö21:10Stockholm-Arlanda£1061One-way0 changes
3:075h19Malmö8:26Stockholm-Arlanda£921One-way0 changes
15:185h52Malmö21:10Stockholm-Arlanda£1061One-way0 changes
19:176h11Malmö1:28Stockholm-Arlanda£421One-way0 changes
21:178h23Malmö5:40Stockholm-Arlanda£911One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £62.
Distance: 537 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£84 Average Price | £158 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda train times
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda trains for today, Thursday 14 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
542 X 2000+ 40 Pendeltåg | 15:07 Malmö Centralstation | 8h09 | 23:16 Arlanda Central station | 1 change | |
542 X 2000+ 30976 Mälartåg | 15:07 Malmö Centralstation | 6h22 | 21:29 Arlanda Central station | 1 change | |
542 X 2000+ 40 Pendeltåg | 15:07 Malmö Centralstation | 7h39 | 22:46 Arlanda Central station | 1 change | |
542 X 2000+ 7968 Arlanda Express | 15:07 Malmö Centralstation | 6h33 | 21:40 Arlanda Norra station | 1 change | |
544 X 2000+ 30988 Mälartåg | 16:07 Malmö Centralstation | 7h22 | 23:29 Arlanda Central station | 1 change | |
544 X 2000+ 982 Mälartåg | 16:07 Malmö Centralstation | 6h22 | 22:29 Arlanda Central station | 1 change | |
544 X 2000+ 40 Pendeltåg | 16:07 Malmö Centralstation | 8h05 | 0:12 Arlanda Central station | 1 change | |
544 X 2000+ 40 Pendeltåg | 16:07 Malmö Centralstation | 7h39 | 23:46 Arlanda Central station | 1 change | |
306 Snälltåget+ 30988 Mälartåg | 16:18 Malmö Centralstation | 7h11 | 23:29 Arlanda Central station | 1 change | |
306 Snälltåget+ 40 Pendeltåg | 16:18 Malmö Centralstation | 7h54 | 0:12 Arlanda Central station | 1 change | |
306 Snälltåget+ 7974 Arlanda Express | 16:18 Malmö Centralstation | 6h52 | 23:10 Arlanda Norra station | 1 change | |
546 X 2000+ 30988 Mälartåg | 17:07 Malmö Centralstation | 6h22 | 23:29 Arlanda Central station | 1 change | |
546 X 2000+ 7976 Arlanda Express | 17:07 Malmö Centralstation | 6h33 | 23:40 Arlanda Norra station | 1 change | |
546 X 2000+ 7874 Arlanda Express | 17:07 Malmö Centralstation | 6h18 | 23:25 Arlanda Norra station | 1 change | |
546 X 2000+ 7876 Arlanda Express | 17:07 Malmö Centralstation | 6h48 | 23:55 Arlanda Norra station | 1 change | |
548 X 2000+ 7880 Arlanda Express | 18:07 Malmö Centralstation | 6h50 | 0:57 Arlanda Norra station | 1 change | |
2 SJ+ 7914 Arlanda Express | 22:17 Malmö Centralstation | 9h53 | 8:10 Arlanda Norra station | 1 change | |
| Friday 15 May | |||||
![]() | 3:07 Malmö | 5h19 | 8:26 Stockholm-Arlanda | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda
Trains from Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda run on average 25 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 537 km distance in 5h 19m.
Distance 537 km |
Average train duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 5h 19m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:50 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: SJ, Snälltåget from Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda trainsSJ, Snälltåget trains will get you between Malmö and Stockholm-Arlanda from £25. 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 Stockholm-Arlanda train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malmö to Stockholm-Arlanda 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 Stockholm-Arlanda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Malmö and Stockholm-Arlanda
- 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
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