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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£63
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£119
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
9 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
9 h 34 m
Trains on 17 Sept
16
Distance
644 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station will cost around £119 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
Fast trains
To travel from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station you need to make at least one change.
ICE 920 · BUS 11981 · IC 508302:0911h19Cologne Hbf13:28Copenhagen Central Station£631One-way2 changes- IC 2349 · 82848+
81604+1115221:1115h03Cologne Hbf12:14Copenhagen Central Station£951One-way5 changes - IC 2349 · 82848+81604+1115221:1114h55Cologne Hbf12:06Copenhagen Central Station£951One-way5 changes
- ICE 514 · 11152 · IC 5752 · ICL 5002620:1115h55Cologne Hbf12:06Copenhagen Central Station£1081One-way3 changes
- ICE 610 · ECE 39214:1110h04Cologne Hbf0:15Copenhagen Central Station£1131One-way1 change
- ICE 1022 · ECE 39410:149h24Cologne Hbf19:38Copenhagen Central Station£1261One-way1 change
- ICE 616 · RJ 3848:119h27Cologne Hbf17:38Copenhagen Central Station£1261One-way1 change
- ICE 612 · RJ 38212:119h27Cologne Hbf21:38Copenhagen Central Station£1261One-way1 change
- ICE 618 · ECE 3966:119h27Cologne Hbf15:38Copenhagen Central Station£1441One-way1 change
- ICE 610 · ECE 39214:1110h04Cologne Hbf0:15Copenhagen Central Station£1131One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £82 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £82, while a flight costs an average of £421.
Distance: 644 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£82 Average Price Cheapest | £421 Average Price | £84 Average Price | £154 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 8m Average total duration 9h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 15h 16m Average total duration 14h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station is a train with an average price of £82.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station:
A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station costing on average £84.
A train is £339 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station costing on average £421.
The fastest way to travel from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 52m.
Other travel options to Copenhagen Central Station take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 38m.
Coach takes on average 14h 46m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cologne Hbf and Copenhagen Central Station including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £82 compared to roughly £154 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £72. The journey takes 9h 38m versus 8h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 920 · 11156 · IC 5754 · IC 50132 | Delayed 0:09 2:09Cologne Hbf | 12h05 | 14:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 920 · 11156 · IC 5754 · ICL 34 | Delayed 0:09 2:09Cologne Hbf | 11h57 | 14:06 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
| ICE 618 · ECE 396 | On time 6:11 Cologne Hbf | 9h27 | 15:38 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 206 · 11164 · IC 5758 · IC 50148 | On time 7:11 Cologne Hbf | 11h03 | 18:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 616 · RJ 384 | On time 8:11 Cologne Hbf | 9h27 | 17:38 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 204 · 11168 · IC 5760 · IC 50156 | On time 9:11 Cologne Hbf | 11h03 | 20:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 1022 · ECE 394 | On time 10:14 Cologne Hbf | 9h24 | 19:38 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 202 · 11172 · IC 5762 · IC 50164 | On time 11:11 Cologne Hbf | 11h03 | 22:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 612 · RJ 382 | On time 12:11 Cologne Hbf | 9h27 | 21:38 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 200 · 11176 · IC 5764 · IC 70172 | On time 13:11 Cologne Hbf | 11h38 | 0:49 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 610 · ECE 392 | On time 14:11 Cologne Hbf | 10h04 | 0:15 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 108 · 11180 · IC 5766 · IC 70182 | On time 15:11 Cologne Hbf | 12h03 | 3:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 514 · 11152 · IC 5752 · ICL 50026 | On time 20:11 Cologne Hbf | 15h55 | 12:06 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
| IC 2349 · 82848+81604+11152 | On time 21:11 Cologne Hbf | 15h03 | 12:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 5 changes | |
| IC 2349 · 82848+81604+11152 | On time 21:11 Cologne Hbf | 14h55 | 12:06 Copenhagen Central Station | 5 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station
Germany
Denmark
Trains from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 19:11. The fastest train covers the 644 km distance in 8h 21m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 644 km |
Average train duration 9h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 8h 21m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 19:11 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Copenhagen Central Station from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
8h 21m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£16
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
What's included in each class
Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.
2nd Class
- Power plugs
- WC
FAQs: Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Copenhagen Central Station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £82.
The train journey from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station covers a distance of 644 km and takes approximately 8h 21m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station is 644 km.
The first train from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station leaves at 0:09.
The last train from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station departs at 19:11.
Trains from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station run approximately 7 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station.
To get from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station is by train, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Köln Hbf to København Hovedb. offers scenic views, especially through the picturesque landscapes of northern Germany and southern Denmark, with sights of the countryside, rivers, and forests enhancing the travel experience.
A day trip from Köln Hbf to København Hovedb. is not feasible, as the journey takes 8h 21m each way, covering a distance of 644 km. Trains run 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne Hbf and Copenhagen Central Station
Most Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station trains use the Köln Hbf to København Hovedb. station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne Hbf and Copenhagen Central Station train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Cologne
Arrival train stations in Copenhagen
Köln HbfTrankgasse 11, 50667 Cologne, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRb26 · 16m · £6 · every ~3 min
BusIvano-Frankivsk · 20m
Subway16 · 46m · £4 · every ~9 min
18, 16 · 51m · £4 · every ~14 min
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
København Hovedb.Banegårdspladsen 7, 1570 Copenhagen V, Copenhagen Municipality, Denmark+45 70 13 14 15
City-centre transport
Getting to København Hovedb. from Copenhagen city centre
Bus23, 5C, 2A, 250S · 5m · £3 · every ~56 min
København Hovedb. train station facilities and services
København Hovedb. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
Most popular train connections from Cologne Hbf
Most popular trains to and from Copenhagen Central Station and Cologne Hbf
Most popular train connections to Copenhagen Central Station
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