Skanderborg to Copenhagen train with DSB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Skanderborg to Copenhagen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£53

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£53

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

2 h 32 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

2 h 32 m

Trains on 18 Sept

31

Distance

170 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Skanderborg to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Skanderborg to Copenhagen will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 31 trains from Skanderborg to Copenhagen, including 13 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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.

  • DSB62
    18:342h32
    Skanderborg Station
    21:06Copenhagen Central Station
    £531One-way
    0 changes
  • DSB424 · 50124
    9:033h11
    Skanderborg Station
    12:14Copenhagen Central Station
    £531One-way
    1 change
  • CFLBLAA+DSB70190
    0:424h04
    Skanderborg Station
    4:46Copenhagen Central Station
    £531One-way
    1 change
  • DSB50120
    8:033h11
    Skanderborg Station
    11:14Copenhagen Central Station
    £531One-way
    0 changes
  • DSB58 · 858
    17:342h54
    Skanderborg Station
    20:28Copenhagen Central Station
    £531One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Skanderborg to Copenhagen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Skanderborg to Copenhagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a flight costs an average of £299.

Distance: 170 km

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Coach
Flight
Driving

£59

Average Price

£18

Average Price

Cheapest

£299

Average Price

£48

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 3m

Average total duration

3h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

11h 41m

Average total duration

9h 41m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

3h 9m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Skanderborg to Copenhagen is a coach with an average price of £28.

This is compared to other travel options from Skanderborg to Copenhagen:

A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Skanderborg to Copenhagen costing on average £53.

A coach is £453 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Skanderborg to Copenhagen costing on average £482.

The fastest way to travel from Skanderborg to Copenhagen is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 7m.

Other travel options to Copenhagen take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 8m.

Coach takes on average 3h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Skanderborg and Copenhagen including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1m sooner (3h 8m by train vs 3h 9m by car). Tickets start at around £53 compared to roughly £48 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Intercity, Danish Railways (DSB).

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Skanderborg to Copenhagen train times

The table below shows live departures for Skanderborg to Copenhagen trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
DSB501208:03 Skanderborg Station
3h11
11:14 Copenhagen Central Station0 changesdirect
DSB50022 · 508228:34 Skanderborg Station
2h54
11:28 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
DSB500228:34 Skanderborg Station
2h32
11:06 Copenhagen Central Station0 changesdirect
DSB424 · 501249:03 Skanderborg Station
3h11
12:14 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
DSB500269:34 Skanderborg Station
2h32
12:06 Copenhagen Central Station0 changesdirect
DSB50026 · 508269:34 Skanderborg Station
2h54
12:28 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
DSB432 · 5013211:03 Skanderborg Station
3h11
14:14 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
DSB5003411:34 Skanderborg Station
2h32
14:06 Copenhagen Central Station0 changesdirect
DSB50034 · 5083411:34 Skanderborg Station
2h54
14:28 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
DSB5013612:03 Skanderborg Station
3h11
15:14 Copenhagen Central Station0 changesdirect
DSB3812:34 Skanderborg Station
2h32
15:06 Copenhagen Central Station0 changesdirect
DSB38 · 83812:34 Skanderborg Station
2h54
15:28 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
DSB440 · 5014013:03 Skanderborg Station
3h13
16:16 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
DSB4213:34 Skanderborg Station
2h32
16:06 Copenhagen Central Station0 changesdirect
DSB42 · 84213:34 Skanderborg Station
2h54
16:28 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
DSB5015216:03 Skanderborg Station
3h11
19:14 Copenhagen Central Station0 changesdirect
DSB54 · 85416:34 Skanderborg Station
2h54
19:28 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
DSB5416:34 Skanderborg Station
2h32
19:06 Copenhagen Central Station0 changesdirect
DSB456 · 5015617:03 Skanderborg Station
3h11
20:14 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
DSB58 · 85817:34 Skanderborg Station
2h54
20:28 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
DSB5817:34 Skanderborg Station
2h32
20:06 Copenhagen Central Station0 changesdirect
DSB460 · 5016018:03 Skanderborg Station
3h11
21:14 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
DSB6218:34 Skanderborg Station
2h32
21:06 Copenhagen Central Station0 changesdirect
DSB62 · 86218:34 Skanderborg Station
2h54
21:28 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
DSB464 · 5016419:03 Skanderborg Station
3h11
22:14 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
DSB66 · 86619:34 Skanderborg Station
2h54
22:28 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
DSB6619:34 Skanderborg Station
2h32
22:06 Copenhagen Central Station0 changesdirect
DSB468 · 5016820:03 Skanderborg Station
3h11
23:14 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
DSB7020:34 Skanderborg Station
2h32
23:06 Copenhagen Central Station0 changesdirect
DSB474 · 5017221:03 Skanderborg Station
3h11
0:14 Copenhagen Central Station1 change

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Why should you book Skanderborg to Copenhagen trains with Omio?

DSB as well as Intercity, CFL, Regional, Danish Railways (DSB) and more offer trains services from Skanderborg to Copenhagen.
Omio is the only official third party seller for DSB tickets.

Why book with Omio vs DSB?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for DSB, but also compare tickets for the likes of Intercity, CFL, Regional or Danish Railways (DSB) to find the best option for your trip from Skanderborg to Copenhagen.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare DSB with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Skanderborg to Copenhagen.

Why book with Omio over Raileurope, Rome2rio or Trainline?

  • Official reseller: DSB tickets can only be bought on Omio or DSB's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for DSB tickets. Raileurope, Rome2rio or Trainline do not sell DSB tickets as they are not official sellers.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Skanderborg to Copenhagen.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Skanderborg to Copenhagen

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Trains from Skanderborg to Copenhagen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 2h 32m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11
Distance
170 km
Average train duration
2h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
£53
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
2h 32m
First train
0:02
Last train
23:55
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11

Train companies: DSB, Intercity, CFL, Regional, Danish Railways (DSB) from Skanderborg to Copenhagen trainsDSB, Intercity, CFL, Regional, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Skanderborg and Copenhagen from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Intercity

About
Intercity is a broad classification for express train services that connect cities over longer distances than commuter or regional trains, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term \InterCity\" originated with British Rail in 1966 for its electrified West Coast Main Line services.Today, \"Intercity\" or \"IC\" is a brand name used by various railway operators across Europe and other parts of the world, including PKP Intercity in Poland, Trenitalia in Italy, and services in countries like Sweden and Ukraine. These trains typically offer both Standard and First Class seating, with amenities such as power sockets and luggage space. While some Intercity services are modern and high-speed, others may use older rolling stock, with speeds generally up to 160 km/h (100 mph)."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Intercity frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone

Regional

About
The term \Regional\" can refer to different train companies and services depending on the country. In Germany, \"Regionalbahn\" (RB) is a type of local passenger train that typically stops at all stations on a given line, connecting cities to their surrounding areas. Many RB trains are operated by DB Regio, a division of Deutsche Bahn, but other companies also run these services."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Regional Duration
4h 42m
Cheapest Regional Price
£53
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type and conditions
Refund
Full refund if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket

DSB

About
DSB is a train company based in Denmark. It offers a wide range of services, including InterCity, Regional, and InterCityLyn trains. InterCity trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 200 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more stops and are ideal for shorter trips. InterCityLyn trains are the most affordable option and are perfect for longer trips. DSB offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. The most popular routes for DSB are Copenhagen to Aarhus, Copenhagen to Odense, and Copenhagen to Aalborg. These routes offer travelers the chance to explore the beautiful Danish countryside and experience the unique culture of Denmark.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average DSB Duration
2h 32m
Cheapest DSB Price
£53

CFL

Luggage & cancellation policy
CFL frequency
8 a day

Danish Railways (DSB)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Danish Railways (DSB) Duration
2h 32m
Cheapest Danish Railways (DSB) Price
£41
Danish Railways (DSB) frequency
16 a day

Complete guide to Copenhagen

Things to do in Copenhagen

Discover the best of Copenhagen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Copenhagen trip today.

  • Must visit

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.

  • Must visit

Nationalmuseet

National museum covering Danish history, Viking finds, antiquities and cultural treasures. Ideal for understanding the country's past in one place.

  • Recommended

Kunsthal Charlottenborg

Contemporary art museum in the former West India Warehouse. A thoughtful stop for modern Nordic and international exhibitions by the waterfront.

Danish krone (kr)

Very expensive for city breaks. Hotels, dining and drinks are pricier than in many European capitals, though public transport is efficient rather than cheap.

Average meal costs

Budget
kr 90-140 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
kr 200-350 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
kr 700+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
kr 35-50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Skanderborg to Copenhagen train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skanderborg 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Skanderborg to Copenhagen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £53, while the average price tends to be around £59.
The train journey from Skanderborg to Copenhagen covers a distance of 170 km and takes approximately 2h 32m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Skanderborg to Copenhagen is 170 km.
The first train from Skanderborg to Copenhagen leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Skanderborg to Copenhagen departs at 23:55.
Trains from Skanderborg to Copenhagen run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Skanderborg to Copenhagen.
Yes, there is a direct train between Skanderborg and Copenhagen. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Intercity, Danish Railways (DSB).
To get from Skanderborg to Copenhagen, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Skanderborg to Copenhagen.
The train station in Skanderborg that goes to Copenhagen is Skanderborg Station, and it arrives at Copenhagen Central Station.
The cheapest way to get from Skanderborg to Copenhagen is by coach, costing approximately £11.
Booking trains from Skanderborg to Copenhagen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Skanderborg to Copenhagen offers picturesque views of Denmark's countryside, including lush fields, quaint villages, and glimpses of serene lakes, making it a pleasant and scenic experience.
A day trip from Skanderborg to Copenhagen is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 32m. There are 6 trains per day covering the 170 km distance.
In Copenhagen, you can explore the National Museum of Denmark to learn about the country's rich history and culture, or visit the Carlsberg Brewery to discover the brewing process and taste different beers. Enjoy unique views of the city with a canal tour, or relax in the Botanical Garden, a lush oasis with a diverse collection of plants. Experience the lively atmosphere of Strøget, one of Europe's longest pedestrian streets, lined with shops, cafes, and street performers. For sightseeing, visit Tivoli Gardens, a historic amusement park, and Nyhavn, a colourful waterfront district. Admire The Little Mermaid statue, explore Renaissance-era Rosenborg Castle with its crown jewels, and tour Christiansborg Palace, housing royal reception rooms and the Danish Parliament.
To experience the main attractions and the unique culture of Copenhagen, a stay of three to four days is generally recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Skanderborg to Copenhagen.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Skanderborg and Copenhagen

Most Skanderborg to Copenhagen trains use the Skanderborg St. to København Hovedb. station pair. Use this guide to compare Skanderborg and Copenhagen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Skanderborg
Arrival train stations in Copenhagen

Which Skanderborg station do trains to Copenhagen leave from?

Trains from Skanderborg to Copenhagen leave from Skanderborg St.. The station is from Skanderborg city centre at Banegårdsvej 1, 8660 Skanderborg, Denmark.
Skanderborg St.Banegårdsvej 1, 8660 Skanderborg, Denmark+45 70 13 14 15WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Skanderborg St. from Skanderborg city centre

Bus502, 331, 309, 200, 107 · 4m · £13 · every ~7 min
21 · 4m · £13 · every ~3 min

Skanderborg St. train station facilities and services

Skanderborg 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Skanderborg, Café K

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Skanderborg St.. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Skanderborg St.. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Skanderborg St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Skanderborg St.: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Skanderborg St.: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Skanderborghus, Skanderborg Park Hotel, Nørre Vissing Kro.

Alken8660 Skanderborg, DenmarkAccessibility
City-centre transport

Getting to Alken from Skanderborg city centre

Alken is 5 km from Skanderborg city centre. Public transport options include:

Train030 · 4m · every ~1 min

Alken train station facilities and services

Alken has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Alken.

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