The average train between Kiel and Malmö takes 5h 26m and the fastest train takes 5h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Kiel to Malmö. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Kiel and Malmö. The earliest departure is at 11:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kiel is at 7:03 PM which arrives into Malmö at 1:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Schleswig and take an average of 5h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kiel to Malmö? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Malmö. However, there are services departing from Kiel station and arriving at Malmö station via Schleswig. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.
Kiel to Malmö train services, operated by Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft, depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Malmö train services, operated by Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft, arrive at Malmö, Centralstation.
Book your Kiel to Malmö train tickets online with Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft, České dráhy (ČD) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kiel and Malmö is 232.1 km. The road distance is 469 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Malmö, Centralstation via Schleswig, København H, and Köpenhamn H in around 5h 56m.