The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Schwerin
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
8 h 11 m
Average duration
8 h 16 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
239 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Schwerin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Schwerin will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
Of the 3 trains that leave Copenhagen for Schwerin every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 239 km distance in an average of 8 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 19 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Copenhagen to Schwerin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Schwerin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £158.
Distance: 239 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry | Flight |
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£62 Average Price | £51 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £247 Average Price |
6h 20m Average total duration Fastest 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 12h 45m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Copenhagen to Schwerin train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Schwerin trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:58 Copenhagen | 8h11 | 15:09 Schwerin | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:50 Copenhagen | 8h19 | 17:09 Schwerin | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:50 Copenhagen | 8h19 | 21:09 Schwerin | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Schwerin
Trains from Copenhagen to Schwerin run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £23 by ferry.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 239 km distance in 7h 47m.
Distance 239 km |
Average train duration 5h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 7h 47m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:38 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Copenhagen to Schwerin trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Copenhagen and Schwerin from £23. 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.
FAQs: Copenhagen to Schwerin train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Schwerin 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 Schwerin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Copenhagen and Schwerin
- 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: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- 7 Star Döner
- Muellers Café Bistro Kneipe
- By Ali
- Arsenalterrasse
- Niederländischer Hof
- Altstadthotel
- Avalon Hotel
- Haus am Pfaffenteich
- 7 Star Döner
- Muellers Café Bistro Kneipe
- Arsenalterrasse
- Restaurant & Café Ulrike
- Niederländischer Hof
- Altstadthotel
- Haus am Pfaffenteich
- Hotel am Hauptbahnhof
- See-Idyll
- Freizeitanlage Kaspelwerder
- Bowling-Center Schwerin KW GmbH
- Thüringer Bratwürste
- Sport-&Bikerhotel
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