Copenhagen to Malmo Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Copenhagen, Denmark to Malmo, Sweden. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance: 25.6 nm; nautical miles
Under Sail: 5 hours; at 5 knots
Under Power: 3 hours; at 10 knots
Best Time: Varies by area; Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 25.6 nautical miles

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This map shows the direct sea route from Copenhagen to Malmo. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a markedly indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 68% longer than the 15 nm direct line, its heading turning from south-southeast to southeast. It is an international crossing between two countries. It spans two maritime regions.

Sea distance: 25.6 nm (47.5 km)
Direct line: 15.2 nm68% longer
Great-circle bearing: 106° (east-southeast)
Geographic extent: 0.2° × 0.4°
Crossing: Cross-border · Cross-region
From: Copenhagen (Denmark) 55.6761, 12.5683
To: Malmo (Sweden) 55.6050, 13.0002
Route basis: Sea-lane route

Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speed	Duration
5 kn	5 hours
8 kn	3 hours
10 kn	3 hours
12 kn	2 hours

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

Read the methodology — How we calculate sea distances

Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Copenhagen to Malmo Route

The maritime route from Copenhagen to Malmö is a short coastal cross-border passage between two major harbours in the Northern Europe region. Mariners on this leg typically prepare for North Sea gales and short steep seas in winter.

This route runs crossing between different maritime regions, connecting Copenhagen in Denmark with Malmö in Sweden.

Navigation Tips

•On this short coastal cross-border crossing in the Northern Europe region, prepare for North Sea gales and short steep seas in winter, particularly in peak season.
•For a short coastal route, plan fuel and provisioning around the Northern Europe region — calculate consumption with our tool.
•Verify port-entry requirements at both ends of this cross-border route crossing between different maritime regions before you depart.
•Check safety gear suited to Northern Europe conditions before a short coastal passage — life rafts, EPIRB, and current charts.
•Carry passports, vessel documents, and crew lists matched to this cross-border route crossing between different maritime regions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Copenhagen to Malmo by sea?

The sea distance from Copenhagen to Malmo is approximately 25.6 nautical miles — a short coastal passage in Northern Europe.

How long does it take to sail from Copenhagen to Malmo?

A short coastal crossing between different maritime regions crossing of 25.6 nautical miles typically takes 3 hours – 5 hours, depending on vessel and weather.

What's the best time to sail from Copenhagen to Malmo?

Conditions on this route vary by area and season, so there is no single best time that applies along its whole length. Always check current weather forecasts and sea conditions before departure.

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