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Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Kiel to Malmö among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £38, while a ferry costs an average of £87.
Distance: 232 km
Most popular Ferry | Train | Coach | Driving |
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£87 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price | £121 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 17m Average total duration 9h 17m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 53m Average total duration 7h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular ferry company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Kiel to Malmö, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Kiel to Malmö:
A train is £9 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Kiel to Malmö costing on average £47.
A train is £49 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Kiel to Malmö costing on average £87.
Other travel options to Malmö take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 53m.
Ferry takes on average 10h 17m.
How to get to Malmö from Kiel by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Kiel to Malmö is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Malmö are Copenhagen, Lund, Helsingborg, Ystad and Trelleborg. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Malmö on Omio.
Copenhagen is Denmark’s capital, known for its cycling culture, Nyhavn and clean Scandinavian style. Historic landmarks, modern design and waterside districts give the city a relaxed, liveable feel.
Lund is a historic university city in southern Sweden, known for its cathedral, student traditions and compact old centre. Despite its long history, it feels youthful and relaxed, with cafés, culture and green spaces close at hand.
Helsingborg is a coastal city in southern Sweden, known for Kärnan, its seafront and views across the Öresund to Denmark. It combines medieval roots and green spaces such as Sofiero with a relaxed modern centre.
Ystad is a historic coastal town in Skåne, known for its half-timbered streets and Wallander connections. The medieval centre, harbour and nearby beaches give it a calm seaside feel.
Trelleborg is Sweden’s southernmost town, known for its ferry port, sandy coast and the Viking site of Trelleborgen. The centre feels compact and practical, with public art and easy access to Skåne’s open farmland and beaches.
Travel to Malmö easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Kiel to Malmö.
This is compared to other travel options from Kiel to Malmö:
A train is £9 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Kiel to Malmö costing on average £47.
A train is £49 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Kiel to Malmö costing on average £87.
Other travel options to Malmö take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 53m.
Ferry takes on average 10h 17m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kiel and Malmö as scheduled services by train, coach and ferry can vary by season or day of the week.
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