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Statens Museum for Kunst
Major art museum with Danish Golden Age works, French art and a fine sculpture collection. Excellent for a broad introduction to Nordic art.
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Copenhagen will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Of the 22 trains that leave Gothenburg for Copenhagen every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 229 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 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.
491 SJ 3000+
1125 Öresundstågen
481 SJ 3000+
1041 Öresundstågen
487 X 2000+
1091 Öresundstågen
483 SJ 3000+
1059 Öresundstågen
1055 Öresundstågen
481 SJ 3000+
1041 Öresundstågen
489 SJ 3000+
1107 Öresundstågen
483 SJ 3000+
1059 Öresundstågen
487 X 2000+
1091 Öresundstågen
485 SJ 3000+
1075 ÖresundstågenOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Copenhagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. 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 coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £95.
Distance: 229 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£43 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest | £175 Average Price |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Copenhagen trains for today, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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1095 Öresundstågen | 12:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 16:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
1103 Öresundstågen | 13:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 17:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
489 SJ 3000+ 1107 Öresundstågen | 14:39 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h19 | 17:58 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
1111 Öresundstågen | 14:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 18:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
1119 Öresundstågen | 15:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 19:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
491 SJ 3000+ 1125 Öresundstågen | 16:39 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h34 | 20:13 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
1127 Öresundstågen | 16:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 20:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
1135 Öresundstågen | 17:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 21:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
1143 Öresundstågen | 18:11 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h17 | 22:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
493 SJ 3000+ 1141 Öresundstågen | 18:39 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h34 | 22:13 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
1151 Öresundstågen | 19:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h30 | 23:25 Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
495 X 2000+ 1157 Öresundstågen | 20:39 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h35 | 0:14 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
11159 Öresundstågen · 1165 Öresundstågen | 20:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h30 | 1:25 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
11167 Öresundstågen · 1181 Öresundstågen+ 1745 Pågatåg | 21:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 3:10 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 22 August | |||||
481 SJ 3000+ 1041 Öresundstågen | 6:39 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h05 | 9:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
1047 Öresundstågen | 6:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 10:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
1055 Öresundstågen | 7:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 11:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
483 SJ 3000+ 1059 Öresundstågen | 8:39 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h19 | 11:58 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
1063 Öresundstågen | 8:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 12:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
1071 Öresundstågen | 9:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 13:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
485 SJ 3000+ 1075 Öresundstågen | 10:39 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h19 | 13:58 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
1079 Öresundstågen | 10:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 14:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
1087 Öresundstågen | 11:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 15:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Gothenburg to Copenhagen run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 229 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 229 km |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 77 days |
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Major art museum with Danish Golden Age works, French art and a fine sculpture collection. Excellent for a broad introduction to Nordic art.
National museum covering Danish history, Viking finds, antiquities and cultural treasures. Ideal for understanding the country's past in one place.
Contemporary art museum in the former West India Warehouse. A thoughtful stop for modern Nordic and international exhibitions by the waterfront.
Pedestrian shopping street linking major squares and historic lanes. Good for architecture, people-watching and easy access to central sights.
Former ramparts turned waterside park with paths, lawns and old fortifications. A relaxing green walk close to Christianshavn and the centre.
Large historic cemetery and park with tree-lined paths, notable graves and calm atmosphere. Popular with locals for walks in Nørrebro.
Open rye-bread sandwich topped with pickled herring, roast beef, prawns or eggs. A cornerstone of Danish lunch culture and classic Copenhagen eating.
Roast pork with crackling, served with potatoes and parsley sauce. Often cited as Denmark’s national dish and a staple of traditional home cooking.
Cold buttermilk soup with vanilla, lemon and crisp kammerjunkere biscuits. A much-loved Danish summer dessert with deep nostalgic appeal.
Refined waterfront dining focused on seasonal Nordic ingredients and an elegant tasting-menu experience in central Copenhagen.
Historic canal-side restaurant known for classic smørrebrød, herring and schnapps in a traditional Danish setting in Nyhavn.
Popular food hall for trying Danish specialities, craft beer and modern local snacks from multiple vendors in a lively casual space.
Very expensive for city breaks. Hotels, dining and drinks are pricier than in many European capitals, though public transport is efficient rather than cheap.
Service is usually included. Tipping is optional; round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Round up for taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips.
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Copenhagen Central Station -> Rådhuspladsen, Copenhagen
The train journey from Gothenburg to Copenhagen goes past scenic countryside, through the Oresund Tunnel and over the Oresund Bridge. There is a mixture of both direct services and routes that require one connection. Journey times vary from 3.5 hours to four hours 45 minutes. Beginning in the early morning, there are departures throughout the day until early evening, though there is a slight variation to the timetable on Saturdays and Sundays.
There are up to two dozen trains from Gothenburg to Copenhagen every day of the week, although there are some changes to the timetable on Saturdays and Sundays. Services start running in the early morning and continue until early evening, with up to two departures each hour.
Some train journeys from Gothenburg to Copenhagen involve one connection while other routes are direct. The connection is made at Malmo Central station. The overall journey time of the service is between three and a half and four and three-quarter hours.
Departure train station: Gothenburg Centralstation. This is the oldest station still in operation in Sweden and it is housed in a building of historic interest. The station is a few minutes on foot from Gothenburg's main tourist attractions, as well as being part of the city's efficient transport network of trams and local buses. The station has a good range of facilities, including taxi ranks, car and bicycle parking, a ticket office, automatic ticket machines, left luggage storage, waiting areas, toilets, banking services, a range of shops including a pharmacy, and places to eat and drink. There is step-free access, accessible toilets available, and you can pre-book further assistance if needed.
Arrival train station: Copenhagen Central Station (Hbf). Located right in the heart of the city, it is a short walk of some major tourist attractions. The station is part of an extensive city transport network of suburban and metro trains as well as local buses. Among the station's extensive facilities there is car and bicycle parking, a taxi rank, a ticket office and automatic ticket machines, left luggage storage, toilets, showers, shops, bars and cafés. Adapted toilets are available and all areas of the station are easily accessible to passengers in wheelchairs or with limited mobility. Further assistance at the station can be requested if needed.
Trains from Gothenburg to Copenhagen are operated by two providers: SJ and Oresundstag. SJ is a Swedish-owned network while Oresundstag is jointly owned and operated by Denmark and Sweden.
Apart from the last departure of the day, all Oresundstag trains from Gothenburg to Copenhagen are direct and have journey times of between 3 hours 45 minutes and 4 hours 45 minutes. From Monday to Saturday there up to two departures an hour, with services starting early morning and continuing until early evening. The last departure arrives in the early hours of the following morning. The service is slightly reduced on Saturdays and Sundays. Where a connection is required, it is made at Malmo Central station.
High-speed SJ trains make the journey from Gothenburg to Copenhagen in approximately 3.5 hours. The timetable is different on Saturdays and Sundays but in the week there are up to eight departures spread throughout the day from early morning until early evening. The connection is made at Malmo Central station.
Both providers offer First and Second Class tickets and seat reservations can be made. Trains are fast, modern and comfortable with onboard facilities which include heating or air-conditioning, luggage space, power outlets, and toilets. WiFi is available on some departures. Both providers allow the carriage of foldable bicycles, for which there may be a charge. Catering is provided through at-seat service or self-service in an onboard bistro. All carriages are fully adapted for wheelchair use, and service animals can be taken on board. SJ routes have dedicated carriages for pets and service animals.
For the best prices on the train from Gothenburg to Copenhagen, it is always best to book online in advance. As ticket prices vary throughout the day and week, savings can also be made if passengers are flexible about their travel dates and times.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gothenburg to Copenhagen trains use the Göteborg Centralstation to København Hovedb. station pair, with some services arriving at Nørreport St.. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg and Copenhagen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Göteborg Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Espresso House, Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill, Franks gatukök, Fruit & Berry, Happy M Kitchen, Le Croissant, Lilla London, Metropolitan, Mr. Shou, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are 6 ATM machines located in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30. Information desks are opposite the taxi station. .
Luggage storage is there are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Centralstation: All entrances to the station are accessible. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee. Personalized special assistance can be requested.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Royal, Hotel Pigalle, ProfilHotels | Opera.
Göteborg Domkyrkan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and snack bars are present in the station.
Free wifi is available at the station. ATMs are aTMs are located in the main hall.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg Domkyrkan.
Available at Göteborg Domkyrkan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Domkyrkan: Station is accessible for persons with reduced mobility.
Göteborg Grönsakstorget has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Limited dining options at the station
Free Wi-Fi available for passengers. ATMs are aTM services available at the station.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg Grönsakstorget.
Available at Göteborg Grönsakstorget: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Grönsakstorget: Wheelchair accessible.
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.
Oerestad st is 5 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:
Oerestad st has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Rasoi - Indian Cuisine, Brasserie Storm
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Oerestad st. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Oerestad st. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oerestad st: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oerestad st: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oerestad st: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include AC Hotel by Marriott Bella Sky Copenhagen, Crowne Plaza Copenhagen Towers, Cabinn Metro Hotel.
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