Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station train with SJ

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station

Showing times and prices for Jul 21

Cheapest price

$88

Average price

$159

Fastest journey

5 h 23 m

Average duration

5 h 24 m

Trains per day

23

Distance

523 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station will cost around $159 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.

Fast trains

Of the 23 trains that leave Copenhagen Airport for Stockholm Central Station on Tue, Jul 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jul 21 the direct trains cover the 523 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 23 m .

On Tue, Jul 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 25 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.

  • SJ344 SJ
    3:29 AM6h31
    Copenhagen Lufthavn
    10:00 AMStockholm Central Station
    $881One-way
    0 transfers
  • SJ2 SJ+Oresundstag1140 Öresundstågen
    10:00 PM8h04
    Copenhagen Lufthavn
    6:04 AMStockholm Central Station
    $951One-way
    1 transfer
  • SJ2 SJ+Oresundstag1140 Öresundstågen
    9:44 PM8h20
    Copenhagen Central Station
    6:04 AMStockholm Central Station
    $951One-way
    1 transfer
  • Oresundstag1180 Öresundstågen+SJ522 X 2000
    2:39 AM7h02
    Copenhagen Central Station
    9:41 AMStockholm Central Station
    $1051One-way
    1 transfer
  • SJ548 X 2000+Oresundstag1102 Öresundstågen
    4:59 PM5h41
    Copenhagen Central Station
    10:40 PMStockholm Central Station
    $1271One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $51.

Distance: 324 miles (523 km)

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Driving

$65

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Cheapest

$158

Average price

$65

Average price

$221

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 26m

Average total duration

5h 56m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 39m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

10h 40m

Average total duration

10h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 27m

Average total duration

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The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station is a train with an average price of $65 (€53).

This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station:

A train is $0.11 (€0.09) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station costing on average $65 (€54).

A train is $93 (€76) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station costing on average $158 (€130).

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 39m.

Other travel options to Stockholm Central Station take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 56m.

Bus takes on average 10h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Copenhagen Airport and Stockholm Central Station including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 31m faster (5h 56m by train vs 6h 27m by car) and roughly $157 (€129) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($65 (€53) vs $221 (€182)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with SJ, Snälltåget.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station train times

The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station trains for today, Monday, July 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Oresundstag1110 Öresundstågen+SJ550 X 20005:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station
5h41
11:40 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Oresundstag1110 Öresundstågen+SJ550 X 20006:15 PM Copenhagen Lufthavn
5h25
11:40 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Tuesday, July 21
Oresundstag1180 Öresundstågen+SJ522 X 20002:39 AM Copenhagen Central Station
7h02
9:41 AM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
SJ344 SJ3:29 AM Copenhagen Lufthavn
6h31
10:00 AM Stockholm Central Station0 transfersDirect
Oresundstag1004 Öresundstågen+SJ524 X 20004:44 AM Copenhagen Central Station
5h54
10:38 AM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Oresundstag1004 Öresundstågen+SJ524 X 20005:00 AM Copenhagen Lufthavn
5h38
10:38 AM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Oresundstag1012 Öresundstågen+SJ526 X 20005:44 AM Copenhagen Central Station
5h55
11:39 AM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Oresundstag1012 Öresundstågen+SJ526 X 20006:00 AM Copenhagen Lufthavn
5h39
11:39 AM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Oresundstag1022 Öresundstågen+SJ528 X 20006:59 AM Copenhagen Central Station
5h41
12:40 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Oresundstag1022 Öresundstågen+SJ528 X 20007:15 AM Copenhagen Lufthavn
5h25
12:40 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Oresundstag1054 Öresundstågen+SJ536 X 200010:59 AM Copenhagen Central Station
5h41
4:40 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Oresundstag1054 Öresundstågen+SJ536 X 200011:15 AM Copenhagen Lufthavn
5h25
4:40 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Oresundstag1062 Öresundstågen+SJ538 X 200011:59 AM Copenhagen Central Station
5h42
5:41 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Oresundstag1062 Öresundstågen+SJ538 X 200012:15 PM Copenhagen Lufthavn
5h26
5:41 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Oresundstag1078 Öresundstågen+SJ542 X 20002:15 PM Copenhagen Lufthavn
5h24
7:39 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Oresundstag1086 Öresundstågen+SJ544 X 20002:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station
5h39
8:38 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Oresundstag1086 Öresundstågen+SJ544 X 20003:15 PM Copenhagen Lufthavn
5h23
8:38 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Oresundstag1094 Öresundstågen+SJ546 X 20003:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station
5h40
9:39 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Oresundstag1094 Öresundstågen+SJ546 X 20004:15 PM Copenhagen Lufthavn
5h24
9:39 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Oresundstag1102 Öresundstågen+SJ548 X 20004:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station
5h41
10:40 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer
Oresundstag1102 Öresundstågen+SJ548 X 20005:15 PM Copenhagen Lufthavn
5h25
10:40 PM Stockholm Central Station1 transfer

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SJ as well as Snälltåget or VR offer trains services from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station

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Trains from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station run on average 28 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:55, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 324 miles (523 km) distance in 5h 20m.

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
Bus from $34 (€28)
Distance
324 miles (523 km)
Average train duration
5h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
$37 (€30)
Trains per day
28
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
5h 20m
First train
12:55 AM
Last train
11:40 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Tue
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
Bus from $34 (€28)

Train companies: SJ, Snälltåget, VR from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station trainsSJ, Snälltåget, VR trains will get you between Copenhagen Airport and Stockholm Central Station from $34 (€28). 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 Duration
5h 20m
Cheapest Price
$44 (€36)
SJ frequency
26 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 Duration
6h 9m
Cheapest Price
$37 (€30)
Snälltåget frequency
2 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

VR

About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
VR frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm 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 Stockholm Central Station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $37 (€30), while the average price is around $65 (€53).
The train from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station takes 5h 20m and runs 28 per day.
The distance by train from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station is 324 miles (523 km).
The first train from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station leaves at 12:55 AM.
The last train from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station leaves at 11:40 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station.
Yes, there is a direct train from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station. This service operates 1 times per day, provided by SJ, Snälltåget.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station.
The cheapest way to get from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station is by bus, with a cost of around $34 (€28).
The train journey from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Centralstation offers a scenic experience, featuring picturesque views of Øresund Bridge, lush Swedish countryside, and charming coastal towns along the way.
A day trip from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Centralstation is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 20m and covers 324 miles (523 km). However, trains run 24 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station.
Since both Copenhagen Airport and Stockholm Central Station are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Stockholm Central Station include Uppsala, Västerås, Örebro, Linköping, Norrköping.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Sweden uses the Swedish krona (SEK) as its currency. It is generally better for travelers to use cards, as card payments are widely accepted across the country, including in most shops, restaurants, and public transportation. Cash is less commonly used but can be handy in smaller towns or for small purchases.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Copenhagen Airport to Stockholm Central Station

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

Departure train stations in Copenhagen
Arrival train stations in Stockholm
Stockholm CentralstationCentralplan 15, 111 20 Stockholm, Sweden+46 841062600WifiLockersDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Stockholm Centralstation from Stockholm city centre

Bus65 · 5m · $1 · every ~4 min
Subway10, 11 · 2m · $1 · every ~28 min

Stockholm Centralstation train station facilities and services

Stockholm Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Caffe Ritazza, Blueberry Tunnelgången, Espresso House, Holy Monkey, Icha Icha, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Sushi Yama, O'Learys, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations inside the station.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Centralstation: Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Freys Hotel, Nordic Light Hotel, Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel.

Most popular trains to and from Stockholm Central Station and Copenhagen Airport

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