The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Stockholm
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£106
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 6 m
Trains per day
71
Distance
522 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Stockholm will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
To travel from Copenhagen to Stockholm you need to make at least one change.
1140 Öresundstågen+
2 SJ21:398h42Copenhagen Central Station6:21Stockholm Central Station£721One-way1 change
520 X 2000+
1180 Öresundstågen2:396h31Copenhagen Central Station9:10Stockholm Central Station£751One-way1 change
550 X 2000+
1110 Öresundstågen17:596h04Copenhagen Central Station0:03Stockholm Central Station£831One-way1 change
1114 Öresundstågen+
1635 Pågatåg+
2 SJ18:2911h52Copenhagen Central Station6:21Stockholm Central Station£851One-way2 changes
1106 Öresundstågen+
2 SJ+
1635 Pågatåg17:2912h52Copenhagen Central Station6:21Stockholm Central Station£851One-way2 changes
532 X 2000+
1038 Öresundstågen8:596h00Copenhagen Central Station14:59Stockholm Central Station£1661One-way1 change
550 X 2000+
1110 Öresundstågen17:596h04Copenhagen Central Station0:03Stockholm Central Station£831One-way1 change
536 X 2000+
1054 Öresundstågen10:596h09Copenhagen Central Station17:08Stockholm Central Station£2411One-way1 change
1086 Öresundstågen+
544 X 200014:596h09Copenhagen Central Station21:08Stockholm Central Station£1841One-way1 change
546 X 2000+
1094 Öresundstågen15:596h09Copenhagen Central Station22:08Stockholm Central Station£1381One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Copenhagen to Stockholm
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Stockholm 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 3h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £65.
Distance: 522 km
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6h 54m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Copenhagen to Stockholm train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Stockholm trains for today, Sunday 7 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1010 Öresundstågen · 1018 Öresundstågen+ 2032 VR Snabbtåg | 5:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 8h30 | 13:59 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1012 Öresundstågen+ 3940 Snälltåget | 5:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h24 | 13:08 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
1018 Öresundstågen · 1082 Öresundstågen+ 306 Snälltåget | 6:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 15h36 | 22:05 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1026 Öresundstågen · 1090 Öresundstågen+ 2050 VR Snabbtåg | 7:30 Copenhagen Central Station | 15h27 | 22:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1026 Öresundstågen · 1082 Öresundstågen+ 306 Snälltåget | 7:30 Copenhagen Central Station | 14h35 | 22:05 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1034 Öresundstågen · 1098 Öresundstågen+ 2072 VR Snabbtåg | 8:30 Copenhagen Central Station | 15h27 | 23:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1034 Öresundstågen · 1090 Öresundstågen+ 2050 VR Snabbtåg | 8:30 Copenhagen Central Station | 14h27 | 22:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1034 Öresundstågen · 1082 Öresundstågen+ 306 Snälltåget | 8:30 Copenhagen Central Station | 13h35 | 22:05 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1042 Öresundstågen · 1098 Öresundstågen+ 2072 VR Snabbtåg | 9:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 14h28 | 23:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1042 Öresundstågen · 1090 Öresundstågen+ 2050 VR Snabbtåg | 9:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 13h28 | 22:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1042 Öresundstågen · 1082 Öresundstågen+ 306 Snälltåget | 9:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 12h36 | 22:05 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1050 Öresundstågen · 1090 Öresundstågen+ 2050 VR Snabbtåg | 10:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 12h28 | 22:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1050 Öresundstågen · 1098 Öresundstågen+ 2072 VR Snabbtåg | 10:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 13h28 | 23:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1050 Öresundstågen · 1082 Öresundstågen+ 306 Snälltåget | 10:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 11h36 | 22:05 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1058 Öresundstågen · 1098 Öresundstågen+ 2072 VR Snabbtåg | 11:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 12h28 | 23:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1058 Öresundstågen · 1090 Öresundstågen+ 2050 VR Snabbtåg | 11:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 11h28 | 22:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1058 Öresundstågen · 1082 Öresundstågen+ 306 Snälltåget | 11:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h36 | 22:05 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1066 Öresundstågen · 1098 Öresundstågen+ 2072 VR Snabbtåg | 12:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 11h28 | 23:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1066 Öresundstågen · 1090 Öresundstågen+ 2050 VR Snabbtåg | 12:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h28 | 22:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1066 Öresundstågen · 1082 Öresundstågen+ 306 Snälltåget | 12:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 9h36 | 22:05 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1074 Öresundstågen · 1090 Öresundstågen+ 2050 VR Snabbtåg | 13:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 9h28 | 22:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1074 Öresundstågen · 1098 Öresundstågen+ 2072 VR Snabbtåg | 13:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h28 | 23:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1074 Öresundstågen · 1082 Öresundstågen+ 306 Snälltåget | 13:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 8h36 | 22:05 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1082 Öresundstågen · 1098 Öresundstågen+ 2072 VR Snabbtåg | 14:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 9h28 | 23:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1082 Öresundstågen · 1090 Öresundstågen+ 2050 VR Snabbtåg | 14:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 8h28 | 22:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
1090 Öresundstågen+ 2050 VR Snabbtåg | 15:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h28 | 22:57 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
1090 Öresundstågen · 1098 Öresundstågen+ 2072 VR Snabbtåg | 15:29 Copenhagen Central Station | 8h28 | 23:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
| Monday 8 June | |||||
520 X 2000+ 1180 Öresundstågen | 2:39 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h31 | 9:10 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Stockholm
Trains from Copenhagen to Stockholm run on average 15 times per day, taking around 6h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 522 km distance in 5h 36m.
Distance 522 km |
Average train duration 6h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 36m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: SJ, Snälltåget, Oresundstag, Tågab, VR, Malartag from Copenhagen to Stockholm trainsSJ, Snälltåget, Oresundstag, Tågab, VR, Malartag trains will get you between Copenhagen and Stockholm from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Copenhagen to Stockholm
There at between 12 and 23 trains to Stockholm from Copenhagen every day of the week. Up to seven of these journeys are direct with journey times of around 5 hours 15 minutes. Other journeys can take up to 11 hours or more with some late evening departures arriving the following morning. Trains depart from Copenhagen Central Station and arrive at Stockholm Central Station.
Which train companies travel from Copenhagen to Stockholm?
Trains from Copenhagen to Stockholm are operated by Oresundstag, a passenger service jointly operated by Denmark and Sweden. Carriages are spacious and comfortable and newer rolling stock has dedicated luggage spaces. Onboard facilities include a bistro-bar, power sockets and wifi.
How long is the train from Copenhagen to Stockholm?
The journey from Copenhagen to Stockholm takes between 5 hours 45 minutes and 11 hours or more depending on whether the route is direct, the number of transfers needed and the waiting time for connecting trains. Connections are made at stations such as Halmstad, Gothenburg, Malmo, Almhult or Hassleholm.
How many trains are there from Copenhagen to Stockholm?
The availability of direct routes and the number of departures to Stockholm from Copenhagen varies throughout the week but there are generally between 12 and 23 services operating daily between the two cities. The first train departs in the early hours of the morning with trains continuing to run until late evening.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Copenhagen to Stockholm?
Departure station:All trains between the two cities depart from Copenhagen Central Station which is centrally located in the city. This large and busy station is served by taxis, local buses and suburban trains. Station facilities include bathrooms with showers and baby changing, luggage storage, a post office, shops and restaurants.
Arrival station:Trains to Stockholm from Copenhagen arrive at Stockholm Central Station. This eco-friendly station is located within walking distance of the city's attractions. It is linked to the city and suburbs by taxis, local buses and Metro trains. The Arlanda Airport Express runs throughout the day connecting the station to Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Among the station's facilities are wifi access, luggage lockers, shops, cafes and restaurants.
FAQs: Copenhagen to Stockholm train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Stockholm 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 Stockholm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Copenhagen and Stockholm
- 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
- 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.
- Restaurant Rasoi - Indian Cuisine
- Brasserie Storm
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- AC Hotel by Marriott Bella Sky Copenhagen
- Crowne Plaza Copenhagen Towers
- Cabinn Metro Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M1
- Train: Regional trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Ellehammersvej.
- Restaurant Aamanns
- Le Sommelier Bar & Bistro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- DKK 5
- Clarion Hotel Copenhagen Airport
- Comfort Hotel Copenhagen Airport
- Zleep Hotel Copenhagen Airport
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Sweden and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Öresundståg
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- Luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
- Burger King
- Caffe Ritazza
- Blueberry Tunnelgången
- Espresso House
- Holy Monkey
- Icha Icha
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Sushi Yama
- O'Learys
- & many more
- Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
- Freys Hotel
- Nordic Light Hotel
- Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
- Metro lines: 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19
- Bus lines: 53, 54, 516, 812C, 813C, Flygbussarna
- Tram lines: 7
- Train lines: Dala Line, Northern Main Line, East Coast Line, SJ X2000, 40, 41, 42X, 43, 43X, 44, Arlanda Express, FLX
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Swedenborgsgatan.
- Pelikan
- Kvarnen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Hotel Rival
- Clarion Hotel Stockholm
- Hilton Stockholm Slussen
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and commuter destinations
- Metro: Line 13, Line 14
- Bus: Several lines available
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