Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

€66

Average ticket price on Sep 19

€143

Fastest journey on Sep 19

8 h 52 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

9 h 2 m

Trains on Sep 19

14

Distance

532 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Erfurt 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 Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station will cost around €143 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €66.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station without transferring at least once.

  • Deutsche Bahn3672 · ICE 778 · ECE 398
    4:23 AM9h15
    Erfurt Hbf
    1:38 PMCopenhagen Central Station
    661One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 593 · IC 2156 · ICE 76 · 11164
    7:30 AM10h44
    Erfurt Hbf
    6:14 PMCopenhagen Central Station
    661One-way
    5 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1604 · RJ 384
    8:46 AM8h52
    Erfurt Hbf
    5:38 PMCopenhagen Central Station
    1261One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1602 · RJ 178 · ECE 394
    10:46 AM8h52
    Erfurt Hbf
    7:38 PMCopenhagen Central Station
    1261One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 602 · 11168 · IC 5760 · IC 50156
    9:25 AM10h49
    Erfurt Hbf
    8:14 PMCopenhagen Central Station
    1361One-way
    3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €73 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 9h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €73, while a train costs an average of €156.

Distance: 330 miles (532 km)

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Train
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Driving

€156

Average price

€73

Average price

Cheapest

€156

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

9h 9m

Average total duration

Fastest

8h 39m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

15h 46m

Average total duration

15h 16m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 8m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station is a bus with an average price of €73.

This is compared to other travel options from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station:

A bus is €83 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station costing on average €156.

The fastest way to travel from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station is by train with an average journey time of 8h 39m.

Other travel options to Copenhagen Central Station take longer:

Bus takes on average 15h 16m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Erfurt Hbf and Copenhagen Central Station including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €156 compared to roughly €156 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €0.06. The journey takes 8h 39m versus 8h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station train times

The table below shows live departures for Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn3672 · ICE 778 · ECE 3984:23 AM Erfurt Hbf
9h15
1:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn3652 · ICE 776 · ECE 396
On time
6:09 AM Erfurt Hbf
9h29
3:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1656 · 3652 · ICE 776 · ECE 396
On time
6:17 AM Erfurt Hbf
9h21
3:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 604 · 11164 · IC 5758 · IC 50148
On time
7:25 AM Erfurt Hbf
10h49
6:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 593 · IC 2156 · ICE 76 · 11164
On time
7:30 AM Erfurt Hbf
10h44
6:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station
5 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1604 · RJ 384
On time
8:46 AM Erfurt Hbf
8h52
5:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1604 · RJ 178 · ECE 394
On time
8:46 AM Erfurt Hbf
10h52
7:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 934 · RJ 178 · ECE 394
On time
9:10 AM Erfurt Hbf
10h28
7:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 602 · 11168 · IC 5760 · IC 50156
On time
9:25 AM Erfurt Hbf
10h49
8:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 602 · RJ 178 · ECE 394
On time
9:25 AM Erfurt Hbf
10h13
7:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1102 · RJ 178 · ECE 394
On time
9:46 AM Erfurt Hbf
9h52
7:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1602 · RJ 178 · ECE 394
On time
10:46 AM Erfurt Hbf
8h52
7:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 600 · 11172 · IC 5762 · IC 50164
On time
11:25 AM Erfurt Hbf
10h49
10:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1600 · RJ 382
On time
12:46 PM Erfurt Hbf
8h52
9:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station

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DenmarkDenmark
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Trains from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €150 but you can travel from only €60 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 10:46. The fastest train covers the 330 miles (532 km) distance in 8h 9m.

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 €60
Distance
330 miles (532 km)
Average train duration
8h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
€150
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
8h 9m
First train
4:09 AM
Last train
10:46 AM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
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 €60

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Erfurt Hbf and Copenhagen Central Station from €60. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
8h 9m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€150
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Erfurt 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €150, while the average price is around €156.
The train from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station takes 8h 9m and runs 7 per day.
The distance by train from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station is 330 miles (532 km).
The first train from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station leaves at 4:09 AM.
The last train from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station leaves at 10:46 AM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station.
The cheapest way to get from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station is by bus, with a cost of around €60.
The train journey from Erfurt Hbf to København Hovedb. offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of central Germany and the coastal regions of Denmark, showcasing rolling hills, forests, and charming towns.
A day trip from Erfurt Hbf to København Hovedb. is not feasible as the journey takes 8h 9m each way. There are 8 train trips available per day for this route, covering a distance of 330 miles (532 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station.
Since both Erfurt Hbf and Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen Central Station include Malmö, Lund, Ystad, Helsingborg, Odense.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen 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.
Denmark uses the Danish krone (DKK) as its currency. Travelers generally find card payments more convenient and widely accepted across Denmark, especially in cities, though having some cash on hand is useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
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.

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Popular train stations from Erfurt Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station

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

Departure train stations in Erfurt
Arrival train stations in Copenhagen
Erfurt HbfErfurt Hbf, Willy-Brandt-Platz 12, 99084 ErfurtWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Erfurt Hbf from Erfurt city centre

Bus9 · 17m · every ~12 min
Tram6, 5, 1 · 5m · every ~20 min

Erfurt Hbf train station facilities and services

Erfurt Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Istanbul Grill, McDonald's, Masala, Planet Comics

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Erfurt Hbf. ATMs are available at Erfurt Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Erfurt Hbf. Information desks are available at Erfurt Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Erfurt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Erfurt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Erfurt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Erfurt Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Krämerbrücke, Intercity Hotel, Pension am Dom, Best Western Plus Hotel Excelsior.

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