Cheap bus tickets from Gothenburg to Malmö

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Bus from Gothenburg to Malmö: Journey Information

There are 8 intercity buses per day from Gothenburg to Malmö. Travelling by bus from Gothenburg to Malmö usually takes around 3 hours and 27 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 5 minutes.

Distance: 151 mi (242 km)
Shortest duration: 3h 5m
Cheapest price: CHF 15.67
Trips per day: 8
Most frequent service: VY Bus4You
Bus lines: 2

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Gothenburg to Malmö Bus Schedule

There are several bus options that can take you from Gothenburg to Malmö:

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How much is a bus ticket from Gothenburg to Malmö?

Bus tickets for a trip from Gothenburg to Malmö cost about CHF 22 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average bus ticket prices from Gothenburg to Malmö by travel date

If you're planning to travel by bus from Gothenburg to Malmö in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from CHF 21 to CHF 24. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on November 16, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Malmö this week, bus tickets are available starting at CHF 21.

Average bus ticket prices from Gothenburg to Malmö by month

Taking the bus from Gothenburg to Malmö is usually cheapest in January, when the average ticket price is only CHF 23. If you're planning to take the bus from Gothenburg to Malmö during April, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of CHF 28. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap bus tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.

What bus companies travel from Gothenburg to Malmö?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Gothenburg to Malmö that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, VY Bus4You usually offers more choice, with 7 scheduled trips per day.

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
FlixBus	4	3h 17m	CHF 21.66
VY Bus4You	7	3h 28m	CHF 24.79

First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 4 trips from Gothenburg to Malmö, and usually makes the trip in about 3 hours and 17 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as washrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book VY Bus4You from Gothenburg to Malmö from CHF 20.30. There are 7 trips per day offered by VY Bus4You from Gothenburg to Malmö and you can expect on average to pay CHF 24.79 for a VY Bus4You ticket to Malmö. In Gothenburg, VY Bus4You departs to Malmö from Nils Ericson Terminalen and one other station. In Malmö, VY Bus4You arrives at Malmö C, Norra Vallgatan.
An average trip on VY Bus4You from Gothenburg to Malmö takes 3 hours and 28 minutes, while the fastest available VY Bus4You trip will get you to Malmö in 3 hours and 25 minutes.
On weekends, VY Bus4You offers 9 trips per day. A one way ticket costs CHF 20.30 for a weekend trip to Malmö.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Gothenburg to Malmö

There are 8 scheduled buses that travel from Gothenburg to Malmö every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Gothenburg to Malmö without transferring.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 27 minutes to cover the 242 kilometres from Gothenburg to Malmö. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 5 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

151

Distance (km)

242

The first bus leaves at 2:40 a.m. and the last bus leaves at 7:15 p.m. To see the times for all buses from Gothenburg to Malmö, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest bus

2:40am

Latest bus

7:15pm

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Malmö at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

Most crowded

Sunday

Least crowded

Thursday

City Information

Malmo

Originally a Danish city, Malmö is located in the far south of Sweden, in the Skåne province. This seaside city guarantees something for everyone with a charming blend of Old-Town history and a modern cosmopolitan feel.

For a taste of the city's rich history, visit Malmöhus Castle and experience Scandinavia's oldest surviving Renaissance castle. Once a place of grand balls, the castle is now home to several museums, including an art museum, the City Museum, and an aquarium and zoo.

If you're more interested in a shopping experience, take a walk down Södergatan, the city's main shopping street, running from Stortorget to Gustav Adolf Torg. Along with its excellent shops and boutiques, enjoy great places for food and drink and experience traditional Swedish fika (coffee break).

Malmö has ample travel connections nationally as well as internationally. Fly to either Copenhagen Kastrup or the smaller Malmö Airport for travel by air. Long-distance trains from around Sweden, as well as international routes, stop at Malmö Centralstation. Nettbuss and FlixBus services also stop in the city, at the Norra Vallgatan.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Gothenburg?

Main departure station: Nils Ericson Terminalen

Gothenburg has two bus stations with service to Malmö.

All bus stations in Gothenburg:

Nils Ericson Terminalen
Åkareplatsen

Where does the bus arrive in Malmö?

Main arrival station: Malmö C, Norra Vallgatan

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Malmö.

All bus stations in Malmö:

Malmö C, Norra Vallgatan
Centralplan

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