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Altfriesisches Haus
Open-air heritage museum in Keitum with historic Frisian houses, gardens and exhibits on island life and building culture.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Sylt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Sylt will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
On Tue 10 Nov, we found 3 trains from Copenhagen to Sylt, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 282 km distance in an average of 6 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 31 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.

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Trains from Copenhagen to Sylt run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 282 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 282 km |
Average train duration 4h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 0:35 |
Last train 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Copenhagen to Sylt.
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Sylt trains for today, Monday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:44 Copenhagen | 6h19 | 13:03 Sylt | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:32 Copenhagen | 6h31 | 14:03 Sylt | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:52 Copenhagen | 5h42 | 16:34 Sylt | 0 changesdirect | |
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Open-air heritage museum in Keitum with historic Frisian houses, gardens and exhibits on island life and building culture.
Local history museum in Keitum covering Sylt’s archaeology, costume, crafts and everyday life across the island’s villages.
Aquarium in Westerland presenting North Sea and tropical marine life, useful for families and rainy-day visits.
Wide sandy beach and promenade in Westerland, ideal for sea views, beach walks and experiencing Sylt’s classic resort atmosphere.
Protected dune and heath landscape at the island’s northern tip, known for boardwalks, shifting sands and dramatic coastal views.
Red cliff viewpoint between Wenningstedt and Kampen, especially popular at sunset for elevated sea panoramas.
North Sea oysters farmed around Sylt, prized for their fresh, briny flavour and strong link to the island’s maritime food culture.
A warming fish soup made with North Sea fish, vegetables and cream, common in coastal Schleswig-Holstein and a staple on Sylt menus.
Small brown North Sea shrimps, usually served simply with bread or salad. They are a classic regional catch from the Wadden Sea coast.
Elegant dining on the island with refined seafood and seasonal menus in a polished but welcoming setting.
Well-known seafood bistro in List, especially popular for oysters, fish dishes and a relaxed harbour atmosphere.
Established Kampen restaurant serving seafood and German classics with a stylish island ambience.
Sylt is pricier than most German beach destinations, with high hotel rates and dining costs, especially in peak season. Local buses help, but overall visitor costs are high.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving about 5-10% is standard in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Westerland(Sylt) station -> Friedrichstraße, Westerland
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Sylt 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 Sylt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Copenhagen to Sylt trains use the København Hovedb. to Westerland(Sylt) station pair, with some services arriving at Keitum. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Sylt 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.
Vesterport st has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Vesterport st.
ATMs are available at Vesterport st.
Available at Vesterport st: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vesterport st: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vesterport st.
Nearby hotels include Cab Inn Scandinavia.
Westerland(Sylt) is 1 km from Sylt city centre. Public transport options include:
Westerland(Sylt) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Luzifer, Leysieffer Bistro, Cafe Extrablatt, Siam
Wi-Fi is available at Westerland(Sylt). ATMs are available at Westerland(Sylt).
Ticket office support is available at Westerland(Sylt). Information desks are available at Westerland(Sylt).
Luggage storage is available at Westerland(Sylt). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Westerland(Sylt): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Westerland(Sylt): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Westerland(Sylt).
Nearby hotels include Windhuk, Aubis, Dorint, Sylter Blaumuschel.
Keitum is 4 km from Sylt city centre. Public transport options include:
Keitum has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Grünhofstuben, Die kleine Teestube, Alte Friesenwirtschaft, Pius
Wi-Fi is available at Keitum. ATMs are available at Keitum.
Ticket office support is available at Keitum. Information desks are available at Keitum.
Luggage storage is available at Keitum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Keitum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Keitum: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Keitum.
Nearby hotels include Severin's Resort & Spa.
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