Train to Malmö - connections, tickets and itinerary

• Documents: Sweden is part of the Schengen area - all you need is an identity card or passport

• Currency: Swedish krona (SEK). Payment cards are accepted almost everywhere and cash is rarely needed.

• Best time to go: June-August when it is 18-22°C during the day and there are outdoor festivals, or May and September when there is less tourist traffic

• How much to go for: a weekend (2-3 days) is enough for the main attractions. With 4-5 days you can also plan a trip to Copenhagen - from Malmö you can get there by train in about 40 minutes

• Practical tip: the sights and attractions are scattered all over the city, so it's worth planning your route in advance

The best choice is June–August, when the daytime temperature is 18–22°C and the city hosts outdoor festivals, including Malmöfestivalen at the end of August.

Spring (March–May)

• Daytime temperatures are 6–14°C, and Kungsparken and Slottsparken at Malmöhus Castle are beginning to bloom

• Tourist traffic is lower than in summer, and accommodation prices are several tens of per cent lower

• May is a good time for a city break if you want to visit without the summer crowds

Summer (June–August)

• The daytime temperature is 18–22°C, Ribersborg beach is lively and the Ribersborgs kallbadhus sea baths are open daily

• Malmöfestivalen takes place at the end of August – there are concerts, street food and outdoor events in the city centre

• The sun sets after 9 pm, so you can spend your evenings on Lilla Torg or by the waterfront

• Tourist traffic is at its busiest and accommodation prices are highest, so it is worth booking in advance

Autumn (September–November)

• In September it is approx. 14°C during the day, and from October it gets colder and rains more often

• Crowds are smaller and accommodation prices fall, so September is a good time for a city break

• The Konsthall, theatres and opera house are open without summer queues

Winter (December–February)

• It is 1–4°C during the day, the days are short and it is windy from the sea, so it is best to dress in layers

• In December there are Christmas markets in the city centre and you can visit museums without queues

• Malmöhus Castle and Malmö Museer are a good option for a few hours indoors

Malmö is located in the south of Sweden. You travel from Poland with transfers via Berlin and Copenhagen, and get off in the city centre without looking for a car park.

From Wrocław

• You travel via Berlin Hauptbahnhof station to Copenhagen and on to Malmö. The entire journey takes 13-15 hours

• You change trains at Berlin Hauptbahnhof station and continue across the Öresund Bridge

• If you change trains in Berlin, you can reach the Reichstag and the Brandenburg Gate in a few minutes

From Gdansk

• You get to Malmö via Berlin or Hamburg, and then via Copenhagen. The entire journey takes 13-15 hours

• It is worth checking both variants, as transfer times may vary.

• The last leg is across the Öresund Bridge to Malmö Central Station

From Warsaw

• From Warsaw Central station you travel to Berlin, on to Copenhagen and finally to Malmö. The entire journey takes 14-16 hours

• You change trains at Berlin Hauptbahnhof station and at Københavns Hovedbanegård station

• You travel from Copenhagen to Malmö via the Öresund Bridge, and this section takes about 40 minutes

• You can leave in the morning and arrive in Malmö in the evening

• For a longer stopover in Copenhagen, plan a short walk in the city centre

From Krakow

• The route takes you via Warsaw or Katowice to Berlin and then via Copenhagen to Malmö. The entire journey takes 15-17 hours

• Depending on the connection, you change trains two or three times

• You can leave Krakow at night, change trains in Berlin in the morning and travel the rest of the way during the day

• From Copenhagen to Malmö you cross the Öresund Bridge, and the journey takes about 40 minutes

If you are travelling from Poznan or Lodz, you will arrive via Wroclaw or Warsaw with an additional change.

Reservation of a seat is compulsory for the international section. On Europodróże you buy a ticket without creating an account - the ticket is sent to your e-mail and SMS. 30 minutes before departure you receive a reminder with a link to your ticket. The earlier you buy, the better the price and the greater the choice of seats. You can return your PKP Intercity ticket up to 20 minutes before departure and exchange it up to 30 minutes before departure - see our returns and exchanges policy page for details.

You will find Malmöhus Castle, Lilla Torg and Stortorget within a 1–2 km radius of the station. You can get around the main attractions on foot.

City buses serve further districts and suburbs. A single ticket costs the equivalent of a few zloty, and a daily ticket a dozen or so – if you make several trips a day, a daily ticket will be more convenient. Check the current way to buy city tickets before you go.

Malmö is one of the most bicycle-friendly cities in Sweden. The cycle path network covers the entire city centre and surroundings, and city bikes can be hired at many points around the city. You can quickly reach Ribersborg beach, Turning Torso and the Möllevångstorget district by bike.

From Malmö Central Station you can take the train to Copenhagen city centre in around 40 minutes – across the Öresund Bridge. You leave in the morning, return to Malmö in the evening and do not need to change accommodation.

Taxis are available at the station and in the centre.

Hotels and apartments cluster in the centre, near the station and the Gamla Staden district. During Malmöfestivalen occupancy is high, so it is worth booking accommodation in advance.

Where to stay:

• Centre and around the station – the most convenient location, close to the main attractions and connections to Copenhagen

• Gamla Staden – historic district, a good choice for those wanting to be close to Lilla Torg and Stortorget

In Malmö you will see Malmöhus Castle, Lilla Torg, Turning Torso, Ribersborg beach and some good museums in 2-3 days.

Öresund Bridge

Öresund Bridge is 8 km long and rises 70 m above the water. It is one of the region's most recognisable landmarks, connecting Sweden and Denmark. The view from the shore is free, especially from the Ribersborg beach area. The train ride across the bridge is included in your ticket to Copenhagen, and the ride itself is very impressive in good weather.

Turning Torso

A residential skyscraper designed by Santiago Calatrava and a symbol of the new Malmö. It is 190 metres high and the twisting mass is visible from many points in the city. External tours are free. It is worth approaching in the evening when the building is illuminated. From the centre, you can walk to it in a dozen minutes or cycle to it in a few minutes.

Malmöhus Castle (Malmöhus slott)

This is the oldest surviving Renaissance castle in Scandinavia. Inside, the Malmö Museer operates with historical, natural history and art exhibitions. There is an entrance fee. The tour takes 1.5-2 hours. The castle is surrounded by Slottsparken, so you will immediately plan a walk after your visit.

Lilla Torg

A historic square in the centre, surrounded by 16th-17th century townhouses. Restaurants and cafés with gardens operate here, so it's a good place for lunch or an evening dinner. In summer, the gardens stay open late.

Town Hall (Rådhuset)

A Gothic building on Stortorget and one of the landmarks of Malmö's old centre. External tours are free of charge. Stortorget Square itself is the focal point of the city and a good place to start a walk.

Ribersborg beach

A 3 km long sandy beach in the city centre. Locals and tourists come here in summer. At the beach stand the historic Ribersborgs kallbadhus sea baths, where entrance is charged. From the centre you can walk here in a few minutes.

Konsthall

Contemporary art gallery with regularly changing exhibitions. Entry is free. The tour takes 45-60 minutes. The building itself is also worth seeing for its architecture.

Plan for day 1

• Morning: Malmöhus Castle and Malmö Museer, then a walk through Slottsparken

• Midday: Lilla Torg for lunch, then Stortorget and City Hall

• Afternoon: walk to Turning Torso, then Ribersborg beach

• Evening: dinner in the centre, preferably at Lilla Torg or around Stortorget

Plan for the weekend (2-3 days)

Day 1: you can arrange the first day in the same way as the 1-day plan

Day 2: day trip by train to Copenhagen via the Öresund Bridge. You will see Nyhavn, Strøget, the Little Mermaid and Amalienborg Palace, and return to Malmö in the evening

Day 3 (optional): Konsthall in the morning, then the Möllevångstorget district with local market and street food, and in the afternoon Ribersborg beach or the sea baths

What to eat

Köttbullar - meatballs with cream sauce and cranberries, served with mashed potatoes. You'll also find smörgåsbord and räkmack, an open-faced prawn sandwich on bread, in restaurants at Lilla Torg and in the centre.

Falafel and shawarma - a local classic in the Möllevångstorget district, where there is a large Middle Eastern and Mediterranean community. Portions are large and prices are lower than in restaurants in the centre. If you're looking for a quick and filling meal, start there.

Kanelbullar - the Swedish tradition of fika, or coffee break with cake, is a daily ritual. Order a kanelbullar at one of the cafés at Lilla Torg or in the city centre. Coffee in Malmö is of a high standard, with local roasters serving specialty coffee.

The Emporia shopping centre at Hyllie station is one of the largest in Scandinavia - get there by train from Malmö Central station in a few minutes. There are also Scandinavian design shops in the city centre, where you can buy furniture, textiles and ceramics.

Where to eat:

• Lilla Torg - restaurants and cafes with gardens, good for lunch and evening dinner

• Möllevångstorget - market and street food from around the world, lower prices than in the centre

Souvenirs

• Scandinavian design products - textiles, ceramics and design available in shops in the centre and at Lilla Torg

• Lakrits - local sweets, liquorice in many variations

• Ceramics - find souvenir shops in the centre and at Lilla Torg

Möllevångstorget market is the local heart of Malmö - buy fruit, vegetables, spices and street food from all over the world here. The busiest time is at weekends. It's best to come in the morning when the choice is greatest.

For 2 days and 1 night in Malmö you will pay approximately 340–470 PLN for the budget option or 1,360–1,940 PLN for the comfort option, not including the train ticket from Poland.

Malmö is one of the more expensive cities in Europe – prices for accommodation and restaurants are noticeably higher than in Poland. The Möllevångstorget market and grocery shops help to keep food costs down. A falafel at Möllevångstorget costs a fraction of the price of lunch at a restaurant on Lilla Torg.

During Malmöfestivalen accommodation prices rise, so it is worth booking in advance. Outside the summer season, from September to May, accommodation can be cheaper by several tens of per cent.

Figures do not include the train fare from Poland. All prices are approximate and converted into PLN.