The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Lübeck
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 35 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Lübeck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Lübeck will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
To travel from Copenhagen to Lübeck you need to make at least one change.
ECE 399 · 1148416:226h02Copenhagen Central Station22:24Lübeck Hbf£411One-way1 change
ECE 397 · 1148014:226h02Copenhagen Central Station20:24Lübeck Hbf£411One-way1 change
RJ 385 · IC 5759 · 11175 · 1147410:227h02Copenhagen Central Station17:24Lübeck Hbf£411One-way3 changes
ICL 50047 · IC 5761 · 11179 · 1147812:037h21Copenhagen Central Station19:24Lübeck Hbf£411One-way3 changes
RJ 385 · IC 5759 · 11175 · 1142410:226h30Copenhagen Central Station16:52Lübeck Hbf£411One-way4 changes
ECE 395 · 1142612:225h30Copenhagen Central Station17:52Lübeck Hbf£471One-way1 change
ECE 399 · 11185 · 11434+
8219516:225h30Copenhagen Central Station21:52Lübeck Hbf£411One-way3 changes
ECE 1179 · 11173 · 11422+
8218310:225h30Copenhagen Central Station15:52Lübeck Hbf£531One-way3 changes
ECE 397 · 11181 · 11430+
8219114:225h30Copenhagen Central Station19:52Lübeck Hbf£411One-way3 changes
RJ 385 · 11169 · 11418+
821797:595h53Copenhagen Central Station13:52Lübeck Hbf£761One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Copenhagen to Lübeck
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Lübeck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £132.
Distance: 234 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|---|---|
£72 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price | £230 Average Price |
6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 44m Average total duration 7h 44m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Copenhagen to Lübeck train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Lübeck trains for today, Wednesday 3 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICL 50047 · IC 5761 · 11179 · 11478 | 12:03 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h21 | 19:24 Lübeck Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICL 50047 · IC 5761 · 11179 · 11428 | 12:03 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h49 | 18:52 Lübeck Hbf | 4 changes | |
ECE 397 · 11480 | On time 13:59 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h25 | 20:24 Lübeck Hbf | 1 change | |
ECE 397 · 11181 · 11430+ 82191 | On time 13:59 Copenhagen Central Station | 5h53 | 19:52 Lübeck Hbf | 3 changes | |
| Thursday 4 June | |||||
RJ 385 · S7 · 11468 | On time 7:59 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h25 | 14:24 Lübeck Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJ 385 · 11169+ 82179+ 11418 | On time 7:59 Copenhagen Central Station | 5h53 | 13:52 Lübeck Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJ 393 · 11422 | On time 7:59 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h53 | 15:52 Lübeck Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 393 · 11169+ 82179+ 11418 | On time 7:59 Copenhagen Central Station | 5h53 | 13:52 Lübeck Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171 · 11470 | 8:03 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h21 | 15:24 Lübeck Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171+ 82181 | 8:03 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h49 | 14:52 Lübeck Hbf | 4 changes | |
R 54533 · R 30040 · R 57137 · IC 50839 | 8:45 Copenhagen Central Station | 8h07 | 16:52 Lübeck Hbf | 7 changes | |
ECE 1179 · S7 · 11472 | On time 9:59 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h25 | 16:24 Lübeck Hbf | 2 changes | |
ECE 1179 · 11173+ 82183+ 11422 | On time 9:59 Copenhagen Central Station | 5h53 | 15:52 Lübeck Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJ 385 · IC 5759 · 11175 · 11474 | On time 10:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h02 | 17:24 Lübeck Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJ 385 · IC 5759 · 11175+ 82185 | On time 10:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h30 | 16:52 Lübeck Hbf | 4 changes | |
ECE 1179 · 11173+ 82183+ 11422 | On time 10:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 5h30 | 15:52 Lübeck Hbf | 3 changes | |
ECE 1179 · S7 · 11472 | On time 10:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h02 | 16:24 Lübeck Hbf | 2 changes | |
ECE 395 · 11426 | On time 11:40 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h12 | 17:52 Lübeck Hbf | 1 change | |
ECE 395 · 11426 | On time 12:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 5h30 | 17:52 Lübeck Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Lübeck
Trains from Copenhagen to Lübeck run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £16 by ferry.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 234 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 234 km |
Average train duration 5h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 30m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:44 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) from Copenhagen to Lübeck trainsDeutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Copenhagen and Lübeck from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Danish Railways (DSB)
FAQs: Copenhagen to Lübeck train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Lübeck 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 Lübeck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Copenhagen and Lübeck
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- 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.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
- Monday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Thursday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Friday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Saturday: 06:30 - 19:30
- Sunday: 08:30 - 19:30
- MyWaffel
- McDonald's
- Cafe Maret
- Café Brazil
- LIHO
- Mercure
- Hotel Stadt Lübeck
- Hotel an der Marienkirche
- TEATIME
- Café Marleen
- Strandoase
- Ostsee Lounge
- Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Travemünde
- Atlantic Grand Hotel Travemünde
- Seeschlößchen
- Deutscher Kaiser
- TEATIME
- Café Marleen
- Niederegger
- Landungsbrücken
- Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Travemünde
- Deutscher Kaiser
- Lili Marleen
- Hotel Soldwisch
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