Travemünde - Malmö
Up to 3 times a day, Finnlines operates directly from Travemünde to Malmö – during the day and overnight.
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2026 timetable
Ferries to Malmö
Compare all ferry connections to Malmö – direct or via Denmark across the Öresund Bridge
- Direct ferry from Travemünde (Germany) – reach Malmö in 9 hours with Finnlines
- Fastest route via Denmark – ferry plus the Öresund Bridge in a combined ticket
- Compare every route – Finnlines, TT-Line, Scandlines and more
Popular routes
Our most popular routes to Malmö.
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Route map
Map of the ferry connections to Malmö
- Scandlines
- Finnlines
- Stena Line
Scandlines2 hours
Preise prüfen →Finnlines8 hours 45 minutes
Preise prüfen →Stena Line6 hours
Preise prüfen →Scandlines44 minutes
Preise prüfen →Finnlines9 hours 15 minutes
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Direct to Malmö
A direct connection from Travemünde to Malmö is possible with Finnlines in just 9 hours: this is especially appreciated by travellers who already have a long journey to Travemünde behind them and want a comfortable overnight crossing. Up to 3 departures run daily straight to Malmö – a cabin is only required for overnight sailings and when travelling with pets.
The route from Travemünde to Trelleborg is especially popular with holidaymakers and is operated up to four times a day by the German shipping company TT-Line. In the summer months, TT-Line offers free kids' entertainment on board. The crossing takes around 8 hours; from Trelleborg you reach Malmö via the E6 motorway in about 30 minutes.
If you're travelling to Malmö from northern Germany or Berlin, the ferry from Rostock to Trelleborg is a good option. The crossing takes around 7.5 hours and is offered several times a day (including overnight) by two shipping companies, Stena Line and TT-Line. Their cooperation on this route ended in September 2018, so always compare both providers' offers. From Trelleborg you reach Malmö via the E6 motorway in about 30 minutes.
Via Denmark to Malmö
The ferry from Puttgarden to Rødby allows for a quick crossing of only around 45 minutes. From Rødby you continue via the E47 and the Öresund Bridge to Malmö, with a total travel time of about 2.5 hours.
The Rostock – Gedser route offers a comfortable ferry connection with a crossing time of around 2 hours. From Gedser the journey continues across the Danish island of Zealand and the Öresund Bridge to Malmö, taking around 3 hours in total.
FAQ: ferries to Malmö
Frequently asked questions
Questions and answers about ferries to Malmö and the Skåne region
Which ferries sail direct to Malmö?+
Malmö is served by two direct routes, both operated by Finnlines. One overnight ferry departs from Travemünde near Lübeck, the other from Świnoujście in Poland. Both crossings take around 9 hours across the Baltic Sea, with up to three daily departures from Travemünde.
What's the fastest way to reach Malmö?+
The quickest option is via Denmark. The short ferry from Puttgarden to Rødby takes only around 45 minutes, after which you continue via the E47 and the Öresund Bridge to Malmö. Total travel time from Rødby is around 2.5 hours.
How do I get from Trelleborg to Malmö?+
Several ferries from Germany arrive in Trelleborg, just south of Malmö. TT-Line operates the Travemünde–Trelleborg route, while Stena Line and TT-Line both run Rostock–Trelleborg. From Trelleborg, you reach Malmö via the E6 motorway in about 30 minutes.
Do I need a cabin for the ferry to Malmö?+
On the direct overnight ferry from Travemünde to Malmö, a cabin is only required for night crossings and when travelling with pets. On the short ferry routes via Denmark, no cabin is needed. Fares depend on route, season and cabin type, so it's best to compare prices directly when booking.