Direct service to connect Oslo and Malmö to commence in Norway
In an exciting development for travellers, Norwegian rail operator Vy has announced the launch of a new train service between Oslo and Malmö, set to begin on July 14th. This service will be an extension of the existing service between Oslo and Gothenburg, making connections to Copenhagen and Hamburg easier from Oslo.
The new service, according to Vy's Executive Director, Erik Røhne, offers new travel options and is environmentally friendly. Tickets for the service will go on sale in mid-April, with two daily departures from July 14th until August 11th.
For those planning a trip to the Norwegian capital, a 24-hour guide and lists of budget-friendly restaurants and bars in Oslo are also available. Similarly, for those continuing their journey to Copenhagen, a list of five great restaurants in Malmö for a fancy dinner date and five budget-friendly bars for a night out have been compiled.
However, it's important to note that there is currently no direct train service between Oslo and Copenhagen due to track and operational issues. Passengers typically travel via transfers in Sweden, often Gothenburg or Malmö. As for the planned return of direct or improved services after the summer train between Oslo and Malmö, no firm date or plan has been announced as of late July 2025.
Travellers must continue to rely on regional connections with transfers through Sweden or alternative routes like the overnight ferry. Despite this, the new service between Oslo and Malmö is a step in the right direction for improved rail connections across Scandinavia.
Once in Oslo, those arriving from Malmö will have access to direct trains to Bergen and Trondheim after they arrive in the Norwegian capital. This makes exploring more of Norway a breeze for those choosing to travel by train.
As the summer approaches, keep an eye out for more details about the return of the service between Oslo and Copenhagen, which Røhne stated will be revealed later in the spring. In the meantime, enjoy the new service between Oslo and Malmö and all the exciting travel opportunities it brings.
Sources:
- Scandinavian Rail Travel
- SJ
- Baltic Rail
- SJ Night Trains
- This new train service between Oslo and Malmö, launched by Norwegian rail operator Vy, is a step in the right direction towards improving transportation and travel, contributing positively to the environment and lifestyle of passengers.
- Travellers who opt for the new train service between Oslo and Malmö can explore more of Norway easily, as they will have access to direct trains to Bergen and Trondheim upon arrival in the Norwegian capital.
- While there's no direct train service yet between Oslo and Copenhagen, the new service between Oslo and Malmö signals progress within the transportation industry and public-transit sector, creating better connections across Scandinavia.
- For environmentally-conscious travellers exploring finance options, the new train service between Oslo and Malmö offers a more sustainable choice compared to popular automotive and transportation alternatives, such as airplanes or private vehicles, contributing positively to the environment.
