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Jamtli
Jämtland’s main museum with regional history, Sami culture, art and the seasonal open-air area Jamtli Historieland.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£73
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£102
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
14 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
15 h 20 m
Trains on 05 Sept
5
Distance
842 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Östersund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Östersund will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 5 trains from Copenhagen to Östersund, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 842 km distance in an average of 15 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 16 h 16 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Östersund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £91 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £91, while a flight costs an average of £223.
Distance: 842 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£91 Average Price Cheapest | £223 Average Price | £133 Average Price | £175 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 55m Average total duration 13h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 20h 31m Average total duration 20h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Östersund:
A train is £43 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Copenhagen to Östersund costing on average £133.
A train is £133 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Östersund costing on average £223.
Other travel options to Östersund take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 25m.
Coach takes on average 20h 1m.
The journey is about 10m faster (13h 25m by train vs 13h 35m by car) and roughly £85 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£91 vs £175). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Östersund trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:59 Copenhagen | 14h26 | 4:25 Östersund | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:30 Copenhagen | 15h47 | 12:17 Östersund | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Copenhagen to Östersund run on average 13 times per day, taking around 13h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 842 km distance in 12h 4m.
Distance 842 km |
Average train duration 13h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 12h 4m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 22:15 |
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Discover the best of Östersund — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Östersund trip today.
Jämtland’s main museum with regional history, Sami culture, art and the seasonal open-air area Jamtli Historieland.
Art museum on Jamtli’s grounds showing changing exhibitions of Swedish and international modern and contemporary art.
Small military museum covering the history of the Norrland Artillery Regiment, with uniforms, equipment and local defence heritage.
Large waterside city park beside Storsjön, ideal for walks, views and events. It is one of Östersund’s most popular public green spaces.
Island area just west of the centre, known for open views over Storsjön, shoreline paths and easy access to local outdoor recreation.
Central pedestrian street lined with shops and historic buildings. It is the town’s main walking route and a practical starting point for exploring.
Smoked or cured reindeer meat from the north, often served thinly sliced. It is a hallmark of Sami and Jämtland food traditions.
A rustic potato flatbread from Jämtland, traditionally baked soft and eaten with butter, cheese or cured meats. It is a classic regional staple.
A thick pancake baked in the oven, usually served with jam and cream. It is a beloved Swedish home-style dish common in Jämtland.
Cosy brewpub and restaurant known for locally brewed beer and hearty food in a relaxed central setting.
Stylish dining room serving seasonal Swedish dishes with local produce. A good choice for a refined evening meal.
Established lakeside venue and café popular for lunches, coffee and classic Swedish dishes in a scenic setting.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining are pricey, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most city-break budgets.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not expected. Round up small taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.
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Östersund Central Station -> Stortorget, Östersund
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Östersund 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 Östersund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Copenhagen to Östersund trains use the København Hovedb. to Östersund, sjukhus station pair, with some services arriving at Östersund Centralstation. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Östersund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
Nørreport St. 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 options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Nørreport St.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Nørreport St.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nørreport St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nørreport St.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nørreport St.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Skt. Petri, Ibsens Hotel, Hotel Kong Arthur.
Østerport stasjon is 2 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:
Østerport stasjon has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Østerport stasjon.
Östersund, sjukhus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Coffee shop and snack bar on site.
Free Wi-Fi in the station area. ATMs are located next to the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Östersund, sjukhus.
Available at Östersund, sjukhus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Östersund, sjukhus: Equipped with ramps and elevators.
Östersund Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurang Arctura, Jazzköket
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Östersund Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Östersund Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Östersund Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Östersund Centralstation: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Östersund Centralstation: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Hotel Grand Östersund, Best Western Hotel Gamla Teatern, Hotell Östersund.
Östersund Västra has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Östersund Västra. ATMs are available at Östersund Västra.
Ticket office support is available at Östersund Västra.
Available at Östersund Västra: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Östersund Västra: Station fully accessible with ramps.
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