Night train from Berlin to Copenhagen and Stockholm

Take the night train from Berlin to Stockholm! Enjoy a good night's sleep in a Private Compartment. Enjoy food and beverages in our restaurant "Krogen" Malmö–Stockholm or buy some snacks and drinks from the kiosk Berlin–Malmö. After a good night's sleep you will wake up rested at your destination – ready for a new day of adventures!

All Snälltåget departures also stop in Hamburg and some departures also stop in Dresden.

You can also travel between Berlin and Oslo by train with a change of trains in Malmö. The journey is easily booked in one ticket via our online booking.

From 4 May 2026, we will also offer daytime train services to Hamburg from Stockholm, via Malmö and Copenhagen.

Departures 2026

Below you will find an overview of departure dates up to 1 November 2026.

Departures from Sweden (27 March to 30 October 2026)

Friday 27 March, Sunday 29 March, Monday 30 March
31 March – 6 April
- Daily
  - Rail replacement bus service
7 April – 1 July
- Monday–Friday and Sunday
  - No service on 22 and 24 May
5 – 8 July
- Daily
12 – 18 July
- Daily
  - Rail replacement bus service
20 July – 30 October
- Monday–Friday, Sunday
  - No service on 23, 24, 30 and 31 July
  - No service on 22 and 24 September

The train continues to Dresden on the following departure days: Friday 27 March, Fridays between 10 April and 26 June (except 22 May when the train instead runs on Thursday 21 May) and Fridays between 7 August and 30 October.

Departures from Germany (29 March to 1 November 2026)

Sunday 29 March, Monday 30 March, Tuesday 31 March
1 – 7 April
- Daily
  - Rail replacement bus service
8 April – 2 July
- Monday–Friday, Sunday
  - No service on 22 and 24 May
6 – 9 July
- Daily
13 – 19 July
- Daily
  - Rail replacement bus service
21 July – 1 November
- Monday–Friday, Sunday
  - No service on 24, 26 and 31 July
  - No service on 2 August
  - No service on 23 and 25 September

The train departs from Dresden on the following days: Sunday 29 March, Sundays between 12 April and 28 June (except 24 May when the train instead runs on Monday 25 May) and Sundays between 9 August and 1 November.

Timetable 2026

The times in the timetable are preliminary and may change due to track maintenance. For up-to-date times and prices, please see our online booking. Information about planned service disruptions can be found under Travel information.

Stockholm–Malmö–Hamburg–Berlin–(Dresden)
Stockholm C	16.25
Södertälje Syd	16.45
Norrköping C	17.53
Linköping C	18.20
Nässjö C	19.15
Alvesta	19.55
Hässleholm C	20.40
Eslöv	21.03
Lund C	21.15
Malmö C	21.55
København Syd	22.32
Hamburg Hbf	05.06
Berlin Hbf	08.35
Dresden Hbf*	11.00

* The train continues to Dresden on Friday 27 March, on Fridays 10 April–26 June (does not run on 22 May, runs instead on 21 May), and on Fridays 7 August–30 October.

(Dresden)–Berlin–Hamburg–Malmö–Stockholm
Dresden Hbf*	18.40
Berlin Hbf	21.09
Hamburg Hbf	23.59
København Syd	06.03
Malmö C	06.30
Lund C	08.28
Eslöv	08.41
Hässleholm C	09.05
Alvesta	09.45
Nässjö C	10.25
Linköping C	11.21
Norrköping C	11.48
Södertälje Syd	12.56
Stockholm C	13.17

* The train departs from Dresden on Sunday 29 March, on Sundays 12 April–28 June (does not run on 24 May, runs instead on 25 May), and on Sundays 9 August–1 November.

Food and drinks onboard

Between Berlin and Malmö you can visit our kiosk which is located in the train crews' compartment and offers a smaller assortment of drinks and snacks. Here we sell coffee, water, soft drinks, wine, beer and snacks. This is also where you pick up your pre-ordered breakfast bag. When the train crew checks tickets, the kiosk is closed.

The restaurant Krogen is open between Malmö and Stockholm and vice versa. Enjoying a nice meal in our restaurant on your way to your adventure is a must. The restaurant popular and therefore we have a reservation system. Book a table via My Journey in advance to secure your spot in our restaurant!

Pre-order your breakfast!

Ensure you start your day in a great mood by pre-ordering your breakfast bag! The breakfast bag includes a double cheese sandwich, cinnamon bun, juice, and a hot drink (coffee, hot chocolate, or tea) and costs 99 SEK when pre-ordered. Vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free options are available.

You can pre-order breakfast when purchasing your ticket or via My Journey. If you purchase breakfast on board, it costs 109 SEK and is subject to availability.

Frequently asked questions about the night train

Here you will find answers to some of the most common questions about the journey.

How do I book my journey on the night train?

You can easily book your journey via the online booking system at the top of this page or on the homepage. There you can see current departures, times and prices.

Once you have made a search, yellow days in the booking calendar show which dates we operate services to your destination.

What options for travelling are available on the night train?

You can choose between a Seat, a Berth in a shared compartment, or a Private compartment. If you are travelling together, a Private compartment is often the most comfortable option.

Seat
A standard seat in a saloon carriage.

Berth in shared compartment
You share the compartment with other travellers (up to 6 people). The compartment is converted from seating into berths for the night.

Private compartment
A private compartment for you and your party (up to 6 people). The compartment is converted into night mode and bed linen is provided.

Can I change or cancel my ticket?

Tickets purchased on Snälltåget.se can normally be changed or cancelled up to 24 hours before departure. For a private compartment on the night train, the deadline is 7 days. Refundable tickets are also available as an option.

Is a passport required for travel?

To travel on the night train from Berlin to Malmö, all passengers must have a valid:

Passport with MRZ code or
National ID card of EU standard, containing MRZ code or chip, issued by a national authority within the EU / EEA.

The ID document must be presented at check-in and on board the train.

This applies to all travelers, including children.

The documents must be provided in the ticket control.

The border police carries out regular controls.

Can I travel with a pet?

Animals are allowed in Private Compartments. You can book this by checking the box "I want to travel with a pet" in the first step of the online booking.