City in Skåne County, Sweden
Getting around Malmö
How to get around Malmö
The center is compact and flat; cycle or take buses with a Skånetrafiken ticket. Öresund trains reach Copenhagen in about 20 min for a cross-border day.
Ways to get around Malmö
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Buses (Skånetrafiken / Malmö stadsbussar) | About 30–45 SEK single | Use the Skånetrafiken app; tickets by zone |
| Öresund trains to Copenhagen | About 100–170 SEK single | Every 10–20 min; about 35 min to Copenhagen Central |
| Bike rental | About 150–250 SEK per day | Flat city with dedicated cycle lanes |
Ride-hailing apps in Malmö
A 5 km ride costs about kr120–190 ($11.9–18.9).
- Taxis set their own prices and can be pricey; check the fare before setting off. Buses and bikes cover most trips.
Arriving in Malmö
Copenhagen Airport (Kastrup) (CPH)
Direct Öresund train to Malmö Central 20–25 min, about 100–170 SEK; the main airport for Malmö.
Malmö Airport (Sturup) (MMX)
Flygbussarna bus 35–40 min, about 120–150 SEK; few airlines fly here.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. EU/EEA licences are valid; most others work for visits if in Latin script, otherwise carry an IDP.
- Onward travel in Sweden: SJ trains link Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö in 3–5 hours, and night trains run to Lapland. Coaches are cheaper; domestic flights save time in the north.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Malmö?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, Bolt.
What's the best way to get around Malmö?
The center is compact and flat; cycle or take buses with a Skånetrafiken ticket. Öresund trains reach Copenhagen in about 20 min for a cross-border day.
How do I get from the airport to Malmö?
Direct Öresund train to Malmö Central 20–25 min, about 100–170 SEK; the main airport for Malmö.
Is Malmö walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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