- Must visit
National Museum of Denmark
Denmark’s main history museum, covering Viking, medieval, royal, and modern Danish culture. A strong first stop for understanding the country’s past.
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 50 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Odense to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Odense to Copenhagen will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 13 buses that leave Odense for Copenhagen on Tue, May 26, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct buses cover the 140 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Odense to Copenhagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $55.
Distance: 86 miles (140 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Odense to Copenhagen:
A bus is $34 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Odense to Copenhagen costing on average $59 (€48).
Other travel options to Copenhagen take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 32m.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (1h 32m by bus vs 2h 0m by car) and save roughly $13 (€11) compared to fuel and tolls ($25 (€20) vs $38 (€31)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
The table below shows live departures for Odense to Copenhagen buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 7:00 AM Odense, Dannebrogsgade | 2h20 | 9:20 AM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Odense, Hestehaven (Parkering Syd) | 1h55 | 10:35 AM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM Odense, Hestehaven (Parkering Syd) | 1h50 | 10:55 AM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Odense, Hestehaven (Parkering Syd) | 1h50 | 12:20 PM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 AM Odense, Hestehaven (Parkering Syd) | 1h50 | 12:40 PM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Odense, Hestehaven (Parkering Syd) | 1h50 | 1:20 PM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Odense, Hestehaven (Parkering Syd) | 1h50 | 2:35 PM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:50 PM Odense, Hestehaven (Parkering Syd) | 1h50 | 2:40 PM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:20 PM Odense, Hestehaven (Parkering Syd) | 1h50 | 4:10 PM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:50 PM Odense, Hestehaven (Parkering Syd) | 1h50 | 5:40 PM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Odense, Hestehaven (Parkering Syd) | 1h50 | 6:40 PM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 PM Odense, Hestehaven (Parkering Syd) | 1h50 | 8:40 PM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 PM Odense, Hestehaven (Parkering Syd) | 1h50 | 10:55 PM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Odense to Copenhagen run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 20 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
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Discover the best of Copenhagen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Copenhagen trip today.
Denmark’s main history museum, covering Viking, medieval, royal, and modern Danish culture. A strong first stop for understanding the country’s past.
Major art museum founded by brewer Carl Jacobsen, known for classical sculpture, French paintings, and its elegant winter garden.
World-class modern art museum north of the city, admired for its collection, architecture, and sculpture park overlooking the Øresund.
The city’s postcard-famous canal lined with colorful historic houses and boats. One of Copenhagen’s essential walking areas.
One of Europe’s best-known pedestrian shopping streets, linking major squares and landmarks in the historic center.
Self-governing neighborhood known for alternative culture, murals, and a distinctive atmosphere that draws many curious visitors.
Open-faced rye bread sandwiches topped with ingredients like pickled herring, roast beef, egg, or shrimp. A classic Danish lunch tradition strongly associated with Copenhagen.
Crispy fried pork belly served with boiled potatoes and parsley sauce. Often called Denmark’s national dish and a staple of traditional Danish cooking.
Danish pan-fried meatballs, usually made with pork or mixed meats, commonly served with potatoes, gravy, and pickled cabbage. A comforting everyday favorite.
World-famous fine dining restaurant celebrated for New Nordic cuisine, creativity, and exceptional tasting menus.
Historic Copenhagen institution famous for classic smørrebrød, schnapps, and traditional Danish lunch in an old-world setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving generous smørrebrød and classic Danish dishes in a cozy, old-fashioned atmosphere near the city center.
Prices are high by European standards, especially for dining and hotels, though public transport and casual meals are manageable.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not expected, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Odense to Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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