Day trip from Kiel to Malmö
Malmö lies 232 km (144 mi) north-east of Kiel, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 232 km (144 mi) apart, Malmö is a realistic day trip from Kiel: about 3 h 46 min each way by road.
| Kiel | Malmö | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Sweden |
| Population | 252,668 | 362,133 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Stockholm) |
| Postal codes | 24103–24159 | 200 01–218 44 |
What changes when you arrive in Malmö
Crossing from Germany into Sweden: money changes from the Euro to the Krona (SEK); the dialling code becomes +46; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book tours and tickets in Malmö
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Staying in Malmö
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Common questions
How far is Malmö from Kiel?
232 km (144 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Kiel; by road roughly 283 km (176 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kiel to Malmö by road?
About 3 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kiel and Malmö?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Malmö?
The Krona (SEK).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.