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Next departures to Malmö

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 18 August at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: 19 August at
    Destination city: Malmö
    Destination location: Centralstation
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 18 August at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: 18 August at
    Destination city: Malmö
    Destination location: Centralstation
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 August at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 18 August at
    Destination city: Malmö
    Destination location: Centralstation
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 August at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: 18 August at
    Destination city: Malmö
    Destination location: Centralstation
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 August at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 19 August at
    Destination city: Malmö
    Destination location: Centralstation
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Malmö

Bus
Average priceUS$71 - US$201Average duration17h 25m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$57 - US$57Average duration9h 10m
28kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Cologne to Malmö

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Malmö. The journey takes about 17 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
17h 25mAverage duration
US$71Cheapest ticket
16kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Malmö: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$92
Average bus trip duration17h 25m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure07:35
Distance407 miles
Latest bus departure23:40

Cologne to Malmö Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Malmö

  1. What's the distance between Cologne and Malmö by coach?

    The distance between Cologne and Malmö by coach is approximately 408 miles (658 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Cologne to Malmö without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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US$67
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Malmö was searched and found on 18 Aug 2025 with a price of US$67

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Malmö as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$67 to US$90 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Malmö based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$67, which is on 2025-08-18.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Cologne to Malmö but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cologne to Malmö, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cologne to Malmö will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cologne to Malmö while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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