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Holstentor Museum
Museum inside Lübeck's famous gate, presenting the city's Hanseatic history and fortifications. Essential for context before exploring the old town.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Copenhagen to Lübeck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Lübeck will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 3 buses from Copenhagen to Lübeck, including 3 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 234 km distance in an average of 4 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 4 h 45 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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Buses from Copenhagen to Lübeck run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:05, the last at 22:05. The fastest bus covers the 145 miles (234 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 145 miles (234 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 5:05 AM |
Last bus 10:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Copenhagen to Lübeck.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €21 |
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Lübeck buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:55 PM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 4h40 | 1:35 AM Lübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 6:25 AM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 4h35 | 11:00 AM Lübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 4h45 | 8:45 PM Lübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Museum inside Lübeck's famous gate, presenting the city's Hanseatic history and fortifications. Essential for context before exploring the old town.
Outstanding museum on Hanseatic trade and Lübeck's global medieval role, housed in a former monastery. Rich exhibits make it a top cultural stop.
Celebrates Nobel Prize winner Thomas Mann and his literary family in a historic townhouse. Excellent for literature, politics, and local culture.
UNESCO-listed island old town with lanes, courtyards, churches, and merchant houses. The essential area for walking and experiencing Lübeck's character.
Historic main street lined with gabled houses, shops, and key sights. Ideal for an introductory stroll through the heart of the city.
Elegant square in front of the town hall and St. Mary's Church. A central meeting point with impressive Gothic architecture all around.
Sweet almond marzipan from Lübeck, protected by PGI status and famed for its high almond content. The city's best-known traditional specialty.
Marzipan-coated pastry or cake, common in Lübeck cafés and bakeries. It reflects the city's long confectionery tradition.
Pan-fried Baltic herring, often served with potatoes or onion sauce. A classic North German fish dish tied to Lübeck's Hanseatic port history.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for modern tasting menus and polished service in Lübeck's old town.
Historic tavern serving North German classics and local fish in a traditional Hanseatic setting near the old town center.
Historic café and confectionery famous for Lübeck marzipan, cakes, and coffee. A classic stop for the city's signature sweet.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, public transit is reasonable, and old-town tourist areas cost a bit more.
Service is usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Bussteig Beim Retteich -> Lübeck Hauptbahnhof
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Lübeck by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lübeck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Copenhagen to Lübeck buses use the København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro to Lübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich station pair, with some services arriving at Lübeck, Wallstraße (Holstentor). Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Lübeck bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro is 1 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:
København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Dybbølsbro (in the station), Restaurant Flammen (0.5 km), Mad & Kaffe (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro.
Available at København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro: Elevators, ramps.
Lübeck, Wallstraße (Holstentor) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lübeck, Wallstraße (Holstentor). ATMs are available at Lübeck, Wallstraße (Holstentor).
Ticket office support is available at Lübeck, Wallstraße (Holstentor).
Available at Lübeck, Wallstraße (Holstentor): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck, Wallstraße (Holstentor): Wheelchair ramps available.
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