Oresundbridge Copenhagen-Malmo
Bridge from Denmark to Sweden
The Øresund Bridge, also known as the Øresundsbron or Øresundsbrug, is a toll bridge between Denmark and Sweden. It is an 8-kilometre bridge that accommodates both car and train travel.
The bridge from Copenhagen to Malmö is part of the fastest route to travel to Sweden.
Fastest Route to Sweden
Travelling to Sweden via this bridge shortens your travel time since you don't need to take a ferry.
The downside? You pay more in tolls compared to the nearby ferry between Helsingør and Helsingborg.
However, the bridge can be a more cost-effective and quicker option if you combine it with the Puttgarden-Rødby ferry.
We’re happy to explain how that works!
You can use the booking module and select as place of departure to Sweden. If you're coming from the continent and heading to Sweden you should either choose Denmark or Germany as departure.
Ferry Map: crossing via the Oresundbridge
Use the interactive map to find the right crossing and ferry company. You can zoom in and out and view the routes in the ports.
You might need to zoom in a bit, but the blue line on the right side of the map marks the route of the Øresund Bridge. This bridge is located near Copenhagen and heads towards Malmö.
As you may have noticed, you can significantly shorten the distance to Copenhagen by taking a ferry. The Puttgarden-Rødby crossing travels from Germany to Zealand (Sjælland), the island where Copenhagen is situated. Alternatively, you can opt for the journey via the Little Belt Bridge and the Great Belt Bridge, both toll bridges. However, this route is a much longer detour.
Crossings to Sweden + the Oresundbridge
The Puttgarden-Rødby ferry is the recommended way to reach the departure port of Helsingør. Alternatively, you can book the route to Sweden via the Øresund Bridge at a discounted rate through Scandlines.
Ferry Guide Oresundbridge Copenhagen-Malmö
Travelling via the Øresund Bridge
If you prefer a smooth journey, the bridge from Copenhagen to Malmö is the way to go. When combined with the Puttgarden-Rødby ferry, you have the fastest route to Sweden, apart from flying, of course.
By choosing the Puttgarden-Rødby + Øresund Bridge route, you can take advantage of the benefits of a combination ticket from Scandlines. This is cheaper than booking the routes separately.
However, you can also opt to take only the Øresund Bridge.
How to Use the Toll Bridge
The toll bridge operates like most toll systems: you can simply pay on-site, the barrier will lift, and you can continue your journey.
It is also possible to buy a ticket for the Øresund Bridge in advance online. This offers two advantages:
- With license plate recognition, you can drive straight through the toll gates.
- You can get an **extra 5% discount** by signing up for the online newsletter.
How to Reach the Øresund Bridge
In many cases, you will first need to travel to the Netherlands, which can be done via three different ferries: from Hull to Rotterdam, from Newcastle to Amsterdam, or from Harwich to Hook of Holland. Alternatively, you could travel via France, but we believe this route is more convenient, considering the distance to be covered.
You will need to continue travelling from the Netherlands (or France) to Germany or Denmark.
There are two ways to reach the bridge: via the Danish motorway or via the (short) ferry from Puttgarden to Rødby. From Rødby, you can continue towards Copenhagen. Overall, you will save time and money if you choose this route with the ferry from Germany to Denmark.
Via the Ferry Between Denmark and Germany to the Bridge
- This is the shortest route, approximately 465 miles.
- The crossing takes 45 minutes, and you must be present at least 15 minutes before departure.
- The cost for the ferry starts at £46.
Book through Scandlines. You can also purchase your bridge ticket with extra savings.
Via the Motorway and Bridges (Storebælt) in Denmark to the Bridge
- This is the longer route, approximately 560 miles.
- Longer travel time compared to the ferry route.
- The costs for this route include: 1) extra fuel, and 2) toll for the Great Belt Bridge (approximately £27 for a car).
This is a Good Alternative to the Copenhagen-Malmö Bridge
Finally, we would like to mention a cheaper alternative to the bridge.
There is a ferry between Helsingør and Helsingborg. Helsingør is located north of Copenhagen, and from here, a ferry departs for a crossing of just 3 miles. This is an excellent and cheaper alternative. The ferry is slightly cheaper than the Øresund Bridge.
- A regular car on the ferry costs 199DKK (approximately £20).
- A car using the bridge costs 455DKK (approximately £46).
We hope you now have a good understanding of the journey over the bridge. Here are a few more tips and facts about the route:
- The bridge connecting Copenhagen and Malmö has two levels. Trains run on the lower level, and cars drive on the upper level.
- In 2021, 4,792,899 vehicles crossed the bridge (Traffic Statistics 2021, Oresundsbron.com).
- When driving towards Malmö, you are heading towards more sunshine! Malmö has 200 more hours of sunshine per year than Copenhagen.
- The bridge begins above Copenhagen Airport, which is just a few kilometres south of the city centre. It is certainly worth visiting Copenhagen. Denmark’s capital is a wonderful city, as we know from experience. You could easily spend a day or a few days there. The only downside: Copenhagen is not a cheap city.
- While Copenhagen is much more enjoyable, Malmö is also a pleasant city to explore for a day. The city centre is charming and historic, and in good weather, you can visit the waterfront or the beach near the city. We also found the parks in Malmö surprisingly beautiful and inviting!
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