Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Centralstation | Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Centralstation | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
 | Centralstation | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
Skånetrafiken Öresundståg + Dänische Staatsbahnen + DB Regio Nord + Deutsche Bahn | Malmo Central Station | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Centralstation | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
Skånetrafiken Öresundståg + Dänische Staatsbahnen + DB Regio Nord + Deutsche Bahn | Malmo Central Station | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Centralstation | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
Skånetrafiken Öresundståg + Dänische Staatsbahnen + DB Regio Nord + Deutsche Bahn | Malmo Central Station | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Malmö to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 17 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just SEK 665, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Malmö and Cologne
Stops in Malmö
- A
Centralstation
Centralplan, 21120 Malmö, Sweden - C
Norra Vallgatan
Norra Vallgatan 60, 211 22 Malmö, Sweden - D
Skeppsbron
Skeppsbron 10, Malmo,, Sweden - E
Oresundsterminalen
Oresundsterminalen, Malmo,, Sweden - F
Terminalen
Stortorget 29, 211 34 Malmo, Sweden
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Based on 15479 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at SEK 665
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Malmö to Cologne by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Malmö to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Malmö to Cologne start at SEK 665. The average price for this route is around SEK 1 048. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Malmö to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Malmö to Cologne is 17h 30m, covering a distance of 650 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Malmö to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Malmö to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Malmö to Cologne at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 21:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Malmö to Cologne?
A bus trip from Malmö to Cologne produces an estimated 16.24105 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Malmö to Cologne was searched and found on 07 Sept 2026 with a price of SEK 516To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Malmö to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from SEK 516 to SEK 832 for a bus ticket from Malmö to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SEK 516, which is on 2026-09-07.
