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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Copenhagen
Cheapest price
$113
Average price
$139
Fastest journey
10 h 23 m
Average duration
10 h 24 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
680 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Copenhagen will cost around $139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $113.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Copenhagen without transferring at least once.
ICE 202 · ECE 117010:11 AM11h27Frankfurt Airport long-distance station9:38 PMCopenhagen Central Station$1131One-way1 transfer- ICE 614 · RJ 3849:10 AM10h28Frankfurt Airport long-distance station7:38 PMCopenhagen Central Station$1131One-way1 transfer
- 4295 · ICE 774 · 11168 · IC 57608:22 AM11h52Frankfurt am Main Flughafen8:14 PMCopenhagen Central Station$1261One-way4 transfers
- S9 · ICE 74 · S1 · ECE 117011:15 AM10h23Frankfurt am Main Flughafen9:38 PMCopenhagen Central Station$1261One-way3 transfers
- ICE 11 · ECE 8 · S1 · RJ 3849:15 AM10h23Frankfurt Airport long-distance station7:38 PMCopenhagen Central Station$1261One-way3 transfers
- S9 · ICE 74 · S1 · ECE 117011:15 AM10h23Frankfurt am Main Flughafen9:38 PMCopenhagen Central Station$1261One-way3 transfers
- ICE 11 · ECE 8 · S1 · RJ 3849:15 AM10h23Frankfurt Airport long-distance station7:38 PMCopenhagen Central Station$1261One-way3 transfers
- S9 · ECE 8 · S1 · RJ 3849:15 AM10h23Frankfurt am Main Flughafen7:38 PMCopenhagen Central Station$1261One-way3 transfers
- ICE 13 · ICE 74 · S1 · ECE 117011:15 AM10h23Frankfurt Airport long-distance station9:38 PMCopenhagen Central Station$1261One-way3 transfers
- ICE 614 · RJ 3849:10 AM10h28Frankfurt Airport long-distance station7:38 PMCopenhagen Central Station$1131One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Copenhagen
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Copenhagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a flight costs an average of $167.
Distance: 422 miles (680 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$135 Average price | $268 Average price | $91 Average price Cheapest | $223 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 14m Average total duration 9h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 22m Average total duration 16h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Copenhagen:
A bus is $43 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Copenhagen costing on average $135 (€107).
A bus is $177 (€141) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Copenhagen costing on average $268 (€214).
Other travel options to Copenhagen take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 44m.
Bus takes on average 16h 52m.
Tickets start at around $135 (€107) compared to roughly $223 (€177) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $88 (€70). The journey takes 9h 44m versus 8h 50m 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
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Copenhagen train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Copenhagen trains for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:38 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 10h21 | 5:59 PM Copenhagen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:09 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 9h29 | 6:38 PM Copenhagen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 10h44 | 7:59 PM Copenhagen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 10h23 | 8:38 PM Copenhagen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Copenhagen
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Denmark
Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Copenhagen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 9h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 (€54) but you can travel from only $53 (€42) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 11:15. The fastest train covers the 422 miles (680 km) distance in 9h 23m.
Distance 422 miles (680 km) |
Average train duration 9h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€54) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 9h 23m |
First train 6:02 AM |
Last train 11:15 AM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Copenhagen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Copenhagen from $53 (€42). 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Copenhagen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Copenhagen 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Copenhagen
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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 Skt. Petri
- Ibsens Hotel
- Hotel Kong Arthur
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 2,500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M1, Line M2
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
- Bus: Several lines available
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
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