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Kulturfabriken
Skövde's main museum presents local cultural history, industrial development, and changing exhibitions in a central, visitor-friendly setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€58
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€75
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 3 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h 15 m
Trains on Sep 18
17
Distance
312 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Skövde is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Skövde will cost around €75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €58.
It's difficult to get from Copenhagen to Skövde without transferring at least once.
1064 Öresundståg+
7242 Västtrafik+
17612 Jönköpings länstrafik
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7248 Västtrafik · 505 VästtrafikOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Skövde among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €25, while a flight costs an average of €380.
Distance: 193 miles (312 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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€25 Average price Cheapest | €380 Average price | €129 Average price | €76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 40m Average total duration 13h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Skövde:
A train is €104 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Copenhagen to Skövde costing on average €129.
A train is €354 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Skövde costing on average €380.
Other travel options to Skövde take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 42m.
Bus takes on average 13h 10m.
The journey is about 19m faster (4h 42m by train vs 5h 1m by car) and roughly €51 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€25 vs €76). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Skövde trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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1034 Öresundståg+ 178 SJ+ 501 Västtrafik | 8:30 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h42 | 2:12 PM Skövde | 2 transfers | |
1034 Öresundståg+ 178 SJ | 8:30 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h26 | 1:56 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1034 Öresundståg+ 178 SJ+ 2 Västtrafik | 8:30 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h52 | 2:22 PM Skövde | 2 transfers | |
1034 Öresundståg+ 2 Västtrafik+ 2036 VR | 8:30 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h37 | 2:07 PM Skövde | 2 transfers | |
1034 Öresundståg+ 2036 VR | 8:30 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h10 | 1:40 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1034 Öresundståg+ 500 Västtrafik+ 2036 VR | 8:30 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h27 | 1:57 PM Skövde | 2 transfers | |
1038 Öresundståg+ 532 SJ+ 7228 Västtrafik · 505 Västtrafik | 8:59 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h27 | 2:26 PM Skövde | 3 transfers | |
1038 Öresundståg+ 532 SJ+ 7228 Västtrafik | 8:59 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h03 | 2:02 PM Skövde Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1038 Öresundståg+ 532 SJ+ 7228 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik | 8:59 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h38 | 2:37 PM Skövde | 3 transfers | |
1042 Öresundståg+ 180 SJ+ 501 Västtrafik | 9:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h43 | 3:12 PM Skövde | 2 transfers | |
1042 Öresundståg+ 180 SJ | 9:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h26 | 2:55 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1042 Öresundståg+ 180 SJ+ 2 Västtrafik | 9:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h53 | 3:22 PM Skövde | 2 transfers | |
1046 Öresundståg+ 534 SJ+ 7232 Västtrafik | 9:59 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h02 | 3:01 PM Skövde Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1046 Öresundståg+ 534 SJ+ 7232 Västtrafik · 613 Västtrafik | 9:59 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h23 | 3:22 PM Skövde | 3 transfers | |
1046 Öresundståg+ 534 SJ+ 7232 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik | 9:59 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h38 | 3:37 PM Skövde | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Copenhagen to Skövde run on average 160 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 193 miles (312 km) distance in 4h 11m.
Distance 193 miles (312 km) |
Average train duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 160 |
Fastest train 4h 11m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Skövde — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Skövde trip today.
Skövde's main museum presents local cultural history, industrial development, and changing exhibitions in a central, visitor-friendly setting.
Art venue in central Skövde showing contemporary exhibitions, local artists, and rotating cultural programs in a compact gallery format.
Exhibition venue on Billingen focused on nature interpretation, local geology, and family-friendly displays connected to the plateau landscape.
Skövde's signature plateau area with forest trails, viewpoints, and recreation, popular year-round for nature, exercise, and wide views.
Central pedestrian-friendly square used for events and shopping, a practical starting point for exploring the town center on foot.
Popular city park with lawns, paths, and memorial features, offering a quiet green break close to Skövde's main streets.
Raggmunk is a crisp potato pancake, often served with fried pork and lingonberries. It is a beloved Swedish comfort dish common in western Sweden.
Kroppkakor are potato dumplings filled with pork and spices, served with butter and lingonberries. A classic traditional dish found across southern Sweden.
Kalops is a slow-cooked beef stew with onions and allspice. It is a traditional Swedish home-style meal, especially popular in colder months.
Popular casual restaurant known for generous Swedish and European dishes in a relaxed central setting.
Established café and lunch spot appreciated for pastries, fika, and light meals in a welcoming traditional setting.
Well-known restaurant and bar serving grilled meats, burgers, and classic mains in a lively modern atmosphere.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining cost more than many EU cities, but local transit is reasonable and Skövde is usually cheaper than Stockholm or Gothenburg.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants usually include service; round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis can be rounded up. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Skövde Centralstation -> Hertig Johans torg, Skövde
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Skövde 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 Skövde, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Copenhagen to Skövde trains use the København Hovedb. to Skövde Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Skövde, Arena. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Skövde train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
Nørreport St. 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 options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Nørreport St.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Nørreport St.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nørreport St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nørreport St.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nørreport St.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Skt. Petri, Ibsens Hotel, Hotel Kong Arthur.
Oerestad st is 5 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:
Oerestad st has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Rasoi - Indian Cuisine, Brasserie Storm
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Oerestad st. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Oerestad st. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oerestad st: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oerestad st: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oerestad st: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include AC Hotel by Marriott Bella Sky Copenhagen, Crowne Plaza Copenhagen Towers, Cabinn Metro Hotel.
Skövde Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurang Sällskapet, Restaurang Glädje
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Skövde Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Skövde Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Skövde Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Skövde Centralstation: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Skövde Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Scandic Billingen, Clarion Collection Hotel Majoren, Quality Hotel Prisma.
Skövde, Arena has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast food outlets available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Skövde, Arena.
Available at Skövde, Arena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Skövde, Arena: Ramps and elevators available for full access.
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