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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockholm to Copenhagen
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 10 Oct
Cheapest price on 10 Oct
£32
Average ticket price on 10 Oct
£69
Fastest journey on 10 Oct
5 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 10 Oct
5 h 57 m
Trains on 10 Oct
68
Distance
522 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockholm to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm to Copenhagen will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Fast trains
To travel from Stockholm to Copenhagen you need to make at least 2 changes.
61 SL · 17 SL+
3943 Snälltåget+
5 Skånetrafiken14:167h07Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata21:23Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken£321One-way3 changes- 18 SL+3943 Snälltåget+5 Skånetrafiken14:366h47Stockholm21:23Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken£321One-way2 changes
- 5 SL · 13 SL+3943 Snälltåget+5 Skånetrafiken14:207h03Stockholm, Västerbroplan21:23Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken£321One-way3 changes
- 17 SL+3943 Snälltåget+5 Skånetrafiken14:306h53Stockholm21:23Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken£321One-way2 changes
541 SJ+61 SL · 10 SL+5 Skånetrafiken15:089h00Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata0:08Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken£341One-way3 changes
- 17 SL+307 Snälltåget+5 Skånetrafiken10:195h48Stockholm16:07Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken£781One-way2 changes
- 19 SL+307 Snälltåget+5 Skånetrafiken10:135h54Stockholm16:07Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken£781One-way2 changes
- 61 SL · 11 SL+307 Snälltåget+5 Skånetrafiken10:085h59Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata16:07Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken£781One-way3 changes
- 525 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken+13 SL7:276h00Stockholm13:27Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken£631One-way2 changes
- 535 SJ+13 SL+5 Skånetrafiken12:256h02Stockholm18:27Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken£1051One-way2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stockholm to Copenhagen
Sweden
Denmark
Trains from Stockholm to Copenhagen run on average 36 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:05, the last at 21:11. The fastest train covers the 522 km distance in 5h 8m.
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
Distance 522 km |
Average train duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 36 |
Fastest train 5h 8m |
First train 4:05 |
Last train 21:11 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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
Live departures
Stockholm to Copenhagen train times
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm to Copenhagen trains for today, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
69 SL+501 SJ+ 1079 Öresundståg | 8:02 Stockholm | 6h26 | 14:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 11 SL+501 SJ+1079 Öresundståg | 8:12 Stockholm | 6h16 | 14:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 61 SL · 19 SL+593 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 8:34 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 5h43 | 14:17 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 5 SL · 10 SL+593 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 8:43 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h34 | 14:17 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 69 SL+593 SJ+1081 Öresundståg | 8:43 Stockholm | 6h01 | 14:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 11 SL+593 SJ+1081 Öresundståg | 8:57 Stockholm | 5h47 | 14:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 61 SL · 11 SL+529 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 9:40 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 5h34 | 15:14 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 61 SL · 11 SL+1231 Skånetrafiken · 5 Skånetrafiken | 9:40 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 10h16 | 19:56 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 8 changes | |
| 5 SL · 11 SL+529 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 9:48 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h26 | 15:14 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 5 SL · 11 SL+1231 Skånetrafiken · 5 Skånetrafiken | 9:48 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 10h08 | 19:56 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 8 changes | |
| 7 SL+529 SJ+1089 Öresundståg | 9:50 Stockholm | 5h54 | 15:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 10 SL+529 SJ+1089 Öresundståg | 10:01 Stockholm | 5h43 | 15:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
61 SL · 19 SL+ 4129 Mälartåg+169 SJ | 10:11 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 9h07 | 19:18 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 5 changes | |
| 5 SL · 11 SL+4129 Mälartåg+169 SJ | 10:16 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 9h02 | 19:18 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 5 changes | |
| 10 SL+4129 Mälartåg+169 SJ+1119 Öresundståg | 10:30 Stockholm | 8h58 | 19:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
| 61 SL · 10 SL+531 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 10:38 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 5h38 | 16:16 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 61 SL · 10 SL+531 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 10:38 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 5h45 | 16:23 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 5 SL · 10 SL+531 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 10:46 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h30 | 16:16 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 5 SL · 10 SL+531 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 10:46 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h37 | 16:23 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 17 SL+531 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 10:50 Stockholm | 5h26 | 16:16 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 changes | |
| 69 SL+531 SJ+1097 Öresundståg | 10:53 Stockholm | 5h51 | 16:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 11 SL+531 SJ+1097 Öresundståg | 10:55 Stockholm | 5h49 | 16:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 13 SL+531 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 10:56 Stockholm | 5h20 | 16:16 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 changes | |
| 13 SL+531 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 10:56 Stockholm | 5h27 | 16:23 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 changes | |
| 61 SL · 10 SL+231 Mälartåg+1121 Öresundståg | 10:58 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 8h28 | 19:26 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 9 changes | |
| 61 SL · 10 SL+231 Mälartåg+1121 Öresundståg | 10:58 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 8h35 | 19:33 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 8 changes | |
| 5 SL · 10 SL+231 Mälartåg+1121 Öresundståg | 11:06 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 8h27 | 19:33 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 8 changes | |
| 5 SL · 10 SL+231 Mälartåg+1121 Öresundståg | 11:06 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 8h20 | 19:26 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 9 changes | |
| 17 SL+231 Mälartåg+1121 Öresundståg+5 Skånetrafiken | 11:10 Stockholm | 8h23 | 19:33 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7 changes | |
| 17 SL+231 Mälartåg+1121 Öresundståg+1577 Skånetrafiken | 11:10 Stockholm | 8h16 | 19:26 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 8 changes | |
69 SL+231 Mälartåg+1121 Öresundståg+ 8739 Östgötatrafiken | 11:13 Stockholm | 8h31 | 19:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 6 changes | |
| 69 SL+231 Mälartåg+1121 Öresundståg+8739 Östgötatrafiken | 11:13 Stockholm | 8h31 | 19:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 6 changes | |
| 13 SL+231 Mälartåg+1121 Öresundståg+5 Skånetrafiken | 11:16 Stockholm | 8h17 | 19:33 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 7 changes | |
| 13 SL+231 Mälartåg+1121 Öresundståg+1577 Skånetrafiken | 11:16 Stockholm | 8h10 | 19:26 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 8 changes | |
| 10 SL+231 Mälartåg+1121 Öresundståg+8739 Östgötatrafiken | 11:20 Stockholm | 8h24 | 19:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 6 changes | |
| 61 SL · 11 SL+533 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 11:38 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 5h37 | 17:15 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 61 SL · 11 SL+533 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 11:38 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 5h44 | 17:22 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 5 SL · 11 SL+533 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 11:46 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h29 | 17:15 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 5 SL · 11 SL+533 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 11:46 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h36 | 17:22 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 69 SL+533 SJ+1105 Öresundståg | 11:53 Stockholm | 5h51 | 17:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 19 SL+533 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 11:53 Stockholm | 5h22 | 17:15 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 changes | |
| 69 SL+533 SJ+1105 Öresundståg | 11:53 Stockholm | 5h51 | 17:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 14 SL+533 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 12:00 Stockholm | 5h15 | 17:15 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 changes | |
| 10 SL+533 SJ+1105 Öresundståg | 12:00 Stockholm | 5h44 | 17:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 14 SL+533 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 12:00 Stockholm | 5h22 | 17:22 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 changes | |
| 61 SL · 11 SL+535 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 12:38 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 5h43 | 18:21 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 61 SL · 11 SL+535 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 12:38 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 5h36 | 18:14 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 5 SL · 11 SL+535 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 12:46 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h28 | 18:14 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 5 SL · 11 SL+535 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 12:46 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h35 | 18:21 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 69 SL+535 SJ+1113 Öresundståg | 12:53 Stockholm | 5h51 | 18:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 69 SL+535 SJ+1113 Öresundståg | 12:53 Stockholm | 5h51 | 18:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 10 SL+535 SJ+1113 Öresundståg | 13:00 Stockholm | 5h44 | 18:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 14 SL+535 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 13:00 Stockholm | 5h14 | 18:14 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 changes | |
| 14 SL+535 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 13:00 Stockholm | 5h21 | 18:21 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 changes | |
| 61 SL · 10 SL+385 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 13:38 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 6h34 | 20:12 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 61 SL · 10 SL+537 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 13:38 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 5h41 | 19:19 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 61 SL · 10 SL+537 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 13:38 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 5h40 | 19:18 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 61 SL · 10 SL+385 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 13:38 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 6h25 | 20:03 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 5 SL · 10 SL+537 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 13:46 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h33 | 19:19 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 5 SL · 10 SL+537 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 13:46 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h32 | 19:18 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 7 SL+537 SJ+1121 Öresundståg | 13:50 Stockholm | 5h54 | 19:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 11 SL+537 SJ+1121 Öresundståg | 13:55 Stockholm | 5h49 | 19:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 13 SL+537 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 13:56 Stockholm | 5h23 | 19:19 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 changes | |
| 13 SL+537 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 13:56 Stockholm | 5h22 | 19:18 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 changes | |
| 5 SL · 10 SL+385 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 13:56 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 6h07 | 20:03 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 7 SL+385 SJ+1127 Öresundståg | 13:58 Stockholm | 6h30 | 20:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 14 SL+385 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 14:03 Stockholm | 6h00 | 20:03 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 changes | |
| 61 SL · 10 SL+539 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 14:37 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 5h41 | 20:18 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 54 SL · 13 SL+539 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 14:39 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h39 | 20:18 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 19 SL+539 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 14:49 Stockholm | 5h29 | 20:18 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 changes | |
| 69 SL+539 SJ+1129 Öresundståg | 14:52 Stockholm | 5h52 | 20:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 18 SL+539 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 14:57 Stockholm | 5h21 | 20:18 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 changes | |
| 61 SL · 10 SL+3943 Snälltåget+5 Skånetrafiken | 15:38 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 6h29 | 22:07 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 61 SL · 10 SL+541 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 15:38 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 5h44 | 21:22 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 7 SL+541 SJ+1137 Öresundståg | 15:43 Stockholm | 6h01 | 21:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 69 SL+3943 Snälltåget+1145 Öresundståg | 15:52 Stockholm | 6h52 | 22:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 13 SL+541 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 15:56 Stockholm | 5h26 | 21:22 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 10 October | |||||
| 61 SL · 17 SL+521 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 0:33 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 10h51 | 11:24 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 10 SL+521 SJ+1057 Öresundståg | 5:12 Stockholm | 6h32 | 11:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 18 SL+521 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 5:13 Stockholm | 6h11 | 11:24 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 changes | |
| 13 SL+521 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 5:19 Stockholm | 6h05 | 11:24 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 changes | |
| 7 SL+523 SJ+51065 Öresundståg | 6:07 Stockholm | 6h37 | 12:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 61 SL · 10 SL+523 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 6:10 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 6h14 | 12:24 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 17 SL+523 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 6:13 Stockholm | 6h11 | 12:24 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 changes | |
| 14 SL+523 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 6:20 Stockholm | 6h04 | 12:24 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 2 changes | |
| 11 SL+523 SJ+51065 Öresundståg | 6:23 Stockholm | 6h21 | 12:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 10 SL+163 SJ+1095 Öresundståg | 6:46 Stockholm | 9h42 | 16:28 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 7 SL+525 SJ+1073 Öresundståg | 7:07 Stockholm | 6h37 | 13:44 Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
| 61 SL · 11 SL+525 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 7:10 Stockholm, Viktor Rydbergs gata | 6h17 | 13:27 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
| 5 SL · 11 SL+525 SJ+5 Skånetrafiken | 7:16 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 6h11 | 13:27 Malmö, Stapelbäddsparken | 3 changes | |
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Train companies: SJ, Snälltåget from Stockholm to Copenhagen trainsSJ, Snälltåget trains will get you between Stockholm and Copenhagen from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SJ
About
SJ is a Swedish train company that offers a wide range of services to its passengers. It operates high-speed trains, regional trains, and night trains, all of which are comfortable and reliable. The high-speed trains, X2000, are the fastest way to travel between cities, while the regional trains, Pågatåg, are perfect for shorter trips. The night trains, SJ Nattåg, offer a comfortable way to travel overnight. SJ offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and SJ Prio tickets, which offer discounts for frequent travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a café car. The most popular routes for SJ are between Stockholm and Gothenburg, Stockholm and Malmö, and Stockholm and Uppsala.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SJ Duration
5h 8m
Cheapest SJ Price
£13
SJ frequency
33 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, bistro car with snacks and drinks, at-seat service in 1st class
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for additional fee in 2nd class, included in 1st class ticket
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets free in carrier, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Snälltåget
About
Snälltåget is a Swedish train company that offers a range of services to its passengers. It operates a fleet of modern trains, including the X2000, which is the fastest train in Sweden, and the InterCity, which is a comfortable and reliable train. The company also offers a range of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes for Snälltåget are between Stockholm and Gothenburg, Malmö and Gothenburg, and Stockholm and Malmö.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Snälltåget Duration
5h 34m
Cheapest Snälltåget Price
£21
Snälltåget frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to refund policy
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation is mandatory and included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket and must be leashed
Quiet zone
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
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.
- Must visit
Strøget
Pedestrian shopping street linking major squares and historic lanes. Good for architecture, people-watching and easy access to central sights.
- Recommended
Christianshavns Vold
Former ramparts turned waterside park with paths, lawns and old fortifications. A relaxing green walk close to Christianshavn and the centre.
- Recommended
Assistens Cemetery
Large historic cemetery and park with tree-lined paths, notable graves and calm atmosphere. Popular with locals for walks in Nørrebro.
Smørrebrød
Open rye-bread sandwich topped with pickled herring, roast beef, prawns or eggs. A cornerstone of Danish lunch culture and classic Copenhagen eating.
Stegt flæsk med persillesovs
Roast pork with crackling, served with potatoes and parsley sauce. Often cited as Denmark’s national dish and a staple of traditional home cooking.
- Vegetarian
Koldskål
Cold buttermilk soup with vanilla, lemon and crisp kammerjunkere biscuits. A much-loved Danish summer dessert with deep nostalgic appeal.
Restaurant Barr
Refined waterfront dining focused on seasonal Nordic ingredients and an elegant tasting-menu experience in central Copenhagen.
Restaurant Schønnemann
Historic canal-side restaurant known for classic smørrebrød, herring and schnapps in a traditional Danish setting in Nyhavn.
TorvehallerneKBH
Popular food hall for trying Danish specialities, craft beer and modern local snacks from multiple vendors in a lively casual space.
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.
DOT Tickets
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- kr 24
- Day pass
- kr 100
To the city centre
Copenhagen Central Station -> Rådhuspladsen, Copenhagen
- Distance
- 800 m
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Use the DOT Tickets app or ticket machines before boarding. Metro stations and many buses accept card or contactless payment at machines, but not all buses sell tickets onboard.
- Copenhagen Central Station is about 10 minutes on foot from Rådhuspladsen, so walking is often the quickest option for the city centre.
Best day trips from Copenhagen by train
The most popular day trips by train from Copenhagen are Malmö, Lund, Helsingborg, Roskilde and Odense. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Copenhagen on Omio.
Day trip from Copenhagen to Malmö by train
Why visit Malmö for the day?
Malmö is a youthful coastal city known for Turning Torso, historic squares and a diverse food scene. It blends Scandinavian design with a relaxed local atmosphere shaped by parks, waterfronts and international influences.
How to get from Copenhagen to Malmö by train?
There are 89 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 34m.
Day trip from Copenhagen to Lund by train
Why visit Lund for the day?
Lund is a historic university city in southern Sweden, known for its cathedral, student traditions and compact old centre. Despite its long history, it feels youthful and relaxed, with cafés, culture and green spaces close at hand.
How to get from Copenhagen to Lund by train?
There are 93 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 39m.
Day trip from Copenhagen to Helsingborg by train
Why visit Helsingborg for the day?
Helsingborg is a coastal city in southern Sweden, known for Kärnan, its seafront and views across the Öresund to Denmark. It combines medieval roots and green spaces such as Sofiero with a relaxed modern centre.
How to get from Copenhagen to Helsingborg by train?
There are 43 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 55m.
Day trip from Copenhagen to Roskilde by train
Why visit Roskilde for the day?
Roskilde is known for its UNESCO-listed cathedral, Viking Ship Museum and deep royal history. Set by Roskilde Fjord, it blends a compact medieval centre with a lively cultural atmosphere shaped by the Roskilde Festival.
How to get from Copenhagen to Roskilde by train?
There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 19m.
Day trip from Copenhagen to Odense by train
Why visit Odense for the day?
Odense is best known as the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen, with a compact centre that feels both historic and modern. Cobbled streets, museums and green spaces give Denmark's third-largest city a calm, creative character.
How to get from Copenhagen to Odense by train?
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 1h 8m.
FAQs: Stockholm to Copenhagen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Stockholm to Copenhagen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £25.
The train journey from Stockholm to Copenhagen covers a distance of 522 km and takes approximately 5h 8m. Trains run 36 per day.
The train distance from Stockholm to Copenhagen is 522 km.
The first train from Stockholm to Copenhagen leaves at 4:05.
The last train from Stockholm to Copenhagen departs at 21:11.
Trains from Stockholm to Copenhagen run approximately 36 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Stockholm to Copenhagen.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stockholm to Copenhagen.
There is no night train service from Stockholm to Copenhagen.
The train station in Stockholm that goes to Copenhagen is Stockholm Central Station, and it arrives at Copenhagen Central Station.
Booking trains from Stockholm to Copenhagen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Stockholm to Copenhagen.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stockholm and Copenhagen
Most Stockholm to Copenhagen trains use the Stockholm Centralstation to København Hovedb. station pair. Use this guide to compare Stockholm and Copenhagen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Stockholm
Arrival train stations in Copenhagen
Which Copenhagen station do trains from Stockholm arrive at?
Trains from Stockholm to Copenhagen most often arrive at København Hovedb.. Some services arrive at Ny Ellebjerg st, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Copenhagen arrival station.
København Hovedb.Banegårdspladsen 7, 1570 Copenhagen V, Copenhagen Municipality, Denmark+45 70 13 14 15
City-centre transport
Getting to København Hovedb. from Copenhagen city centre
Bus23, 5C, 2A, 250S · 5m · £3 · every ~56 min
København Hovedb. 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
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