The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station
Cheapest price
€50
Average price
€95
Fastest journey
9 h 23 m
Average duration
10 h 6 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
644 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station will cost around €95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
Of the 4 trains that leave Cologne Hbf for Copenhagen Central Station on Sun, Dec 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 644 km distance in an average of 10 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 23 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 11 h 55 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.








Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €122.
Distance: 400 miles (644 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€102 Average price | €298 Average price | €53 Average price Cheapest |
10h 49m Average total duration 10h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 16m Average total duration 12h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:09 AM Cologne Hbf | 9h29 | 9:38 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 9h23 | 1:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 11h55 | 7:06 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 9h38 | 9:49 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station
Trains from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 400 miles (644 km) distance in 9h 23m.
Distance 400 miles (644 km) |
Average train duration 10h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 9h 23m |
First train 00:09 |
Last train 21:12 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station trainsDeutsche Bahn, TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Copenhagen Central Station from $36 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station 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 Central Station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
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