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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station
Showing times and prices for 19 Jun
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£111
Fastest journey
9 h 27 m
Average duration
9 h 34 m
Trains per day
24
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 £111 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Fast trains
To travel from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station you need to make at least one change.
ICE 616 · RJ 3848:119h27Cologne Hbf17:38Copenhagen Central Station£501One-way1 change- ICE 1028 · ECE 3984:0010h16Cologne Hbf14:16Copenhagen Central Station£551One-way1 change
- ICE 612 · RJ 38212:119h27Cologne Hbf21:38Copenhagen Central Station£641One-way1 change
- ICE 614 · ECE 39410:119h27Cologne Hbf19:38Copenhagen Central Station£641One-way1 change
- ICE 920 · ECE 3982:0912h07Cologne Hbf14:16Copenhagen Central Station£641One-way1 change
- ICE 612 · RJ 38212:119h27Cologne Hbf21:38Copenhagen Central Station£641One-way1 change
- ICE 614 · ECE 39410:119h27Cologne Hbf19:38Copenhagen Central Station£641One-way1 change
- ICE 204 · ECE 11949:119h27Cologne Hbf18:38Copenhagen Central Station£2011One-way1 change
- ICE 616 · RJ 3848:119h27Cologne Hbf17:38Copenhagen Central Station£501One-way1 change
- ICE 610 · ECE 39214:1110h00Cologne Hbf0:11Copenhagen Central Station£821One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station
Omio recommends booking the train 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 coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £121.
Distance: 644 km
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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, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 920 · 11156 · IC 5754 · IC 132 | Delayed 0:09 2:09Cologne Hbf | 12h01 | 14:10 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 920 · ECE 398 | Delayed 0:09 2:09Cologne Hbf | 12h07 | 14:16 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 618 · ECE 396 | Delayed 4:11 6:11Cologne Hbf | 9h27 | 14:16 14:16Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 618 · ECE 396 | Delayed 4:11 6:11Cologne Hbf | 10h05 | 16:16 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 514 · ECE 1198 | Delayed 18:14 20:11Cologne Hbf | 15h27 | 11:38 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 514 · 11152 · IC 5752 · IC 124 | Delayed 18:14 20:11Cologne Hbf | 15h59 | 12:10 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 514 · ECE 1198 | Delayed 18:14 20:11Cologne Hbf | 16h05 | 12:16 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
| 26801 · ICE 1028 · ECE 398 | On time 3:49 Cologne Hbf | 10h27 | 14:16 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 1028 · ECE 398 | On time 4:00 Cologne Hbf | 10h16 | 14:16 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 618 · ECE 396 | On time 6:11 Cologne Hbf | 10h05 | 16:16 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 206 · ECE 1196 · ICL 50046 | On time 7:11 Cologne Hbf | 10h48 | 17:59 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 616 · RJ 384 | Delayed 8:11 Cologne Hbf | 9h27 | 16:16 16:16Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 616 · RJ 384 | On time 8:11 Cologne Hbf | 10h05 | 18:16 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 204 · ECE 1194 | On time 9:11 Cologne Hbf | 9h27 | 18:38 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 614 · ECE 394 | Delayed 10:11 Cologne Hbf | 9h27 | 18:16 18:16Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 614 · ECE 394 | On time 10:11 Cologne Hbf | 10h05 | 20:16 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 202 · RJ 382 | On time 11:11 Cologne Hbf | 11h05 | 22:16 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 202 · RJ 382 | On time 11:11 Cologne Hbf | 11h05 | 22:16 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 612 · RJ 382 | Delayed 12:11 Cologne Hbf | 9h27 | 20:16 20:16Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 612 · RJ 382 | On time 12:11 Cologne Hbf | 10h05 | 22:16 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 612 · 11176 · IC 5764 · IC 50176 | On time 12:11 Cologne Hbf | 13h13 | 1:24 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 612 · 11176 · IC 5764 · IC 70176 | On time 12:11 Cologne Hbf | 13h59 | 2:10 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 612 · S1 · RJ 382 | On time 12:11 Cologne Hbf | 10h05 | 22:16 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 610 · ECE 392 | Delayed 14:11 Cologne Hbf | 10h00 | 22:53 22:53Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 610 · ECE 392 | On time 14:11 Cologne Hbf | 10h42 | 0:53 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 516 · RJ 386 | On time 18:11 Cologne Hbf | 11h49 | 6:00 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 516 · RJ 386 | On time 18:11 Cologne Hbf | 11h20 | 5:31 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 516 · RJ 386 | On time 18:11 Cologne Hbf | 11h20 | 5:31 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
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Deutsche Bahn as well as Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH or Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) offer trains services from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station.
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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 10h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 644 km distance in 9h 14m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £34
Distance 644 km |
Average train duration 10h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 9h 14m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £34
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station trainsDeutsche Bahn, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Copenhagen Central Station from £34. 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 Duration
9h 14m
Cheapest Price
£50
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 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
Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 5m
Cheapest Price
£144
Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH frequency
3 a day
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 54m
Cheapest Price
£157
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
1 a day
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 £50, while the average price tends to be around £91.
The train journey from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station covers a distance of 644 km and takes approximately 9h 14m. 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 23:49.
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 coach, costing approximately £34.
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 9h 14m 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
Cologne
Copenhagen
The major train station for departures in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your trip from Cologne to Copenhagen.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only
Lockers
- There are luggage lockers in the station
Dining
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
Hotel
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5
The major train station for arrivals in Copenhagen is København Hovedb.. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at København Hovedb. for your journey to Copenhagen from Cologne.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
13Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge
Dining
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
WC
- DKK 5
Hotel
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
Public transport options for København Hovedb.
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
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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