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National Museum of Denmark
Denmark’s main history museum, covering Viking, medieval, royal, and modern Danish culture. A strong first stop for understanding the country’s past.
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
8 h 51 m
Average duration
10 h 40 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
617 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gävle to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gävle to Copenhagen will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 5 trains that leave Gävle for Copenhagen on Mon, Jun 01, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct trains cover the 617 km distance in an average of 10 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 51 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest trains will take 12 h 8 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gävle to Copenhagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $62, and a flight costs an average of $153.
Distance: 383 miles (617 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$100 Average price Cheapest | $295 Average price | $256 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 38m Average total duration Fastest 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 15m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gävle to Copenhagen:
A train is $195 (€157) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gävle to Copenhagen costing on average $295 (€237).
Other travel options to Copenhagen take longer:
Flight takes on average 8h 15m.
Bus takes on average 12h 30m.
The journey is about 1h 11m faster (7h 8m by train vs 8h 19m by car) and roughly $156 (€125) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($100 (€81) vs $256 (€206)). 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 Gävle to Copenhagen trains for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8439 Mälartåg · 941 Mälartåg+ 545 X 2000+ 1157 Öresundstågen | 11:37 AM Gävle Centralstation | 12h37 | 12:14 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
8439 Mälartåg · 941 Mälartåg+ 545 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen | 11:37 AM Gävle Centralstation | 13h48 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
8439 Mälartåg · 941 Mälartåg+ 547 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen | 11:37 AM Gävle Centralstation | 13h48 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
595 SJ 3000 · 547 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen | 12:59 PM Gävle Centralstation | 12h26 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
595 SJ 3000 · 545 X 2000+ 1157 Öresundstågen | 12:59 PM Gävle Centralstation | 11h15 | 12:14 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
595 SJ 3000 · 545 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen | 12:59 PM Gävle Centralstation | 12h26 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
273 SJ · 545 X 2000+ 1157 Öresundstågen | 1:04 PM Gävle Centralstation | 11h10 | 12:14 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
273 SJ · 545 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen | 1:04 PM Gävle Centralstation | 12h21 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
273 SJ · 547 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen | 1:04 PM Gävle Centralstation | 12h21 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
575 SJ 3000 · 545 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen | 2:14 PM Gävle Centralstation | 11h11 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
575 SJ 3000 · 547 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen | 2:14 PM Gävle Centralstation | 11h11 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
575 SJ 3000 · 545 X 2000+ 1157 Öresundstågen | 2:14 PM Gävle Centralstation | 10h00 | 12:14 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
575 SJ 3000 · 541 X 2000+ 1137 Öresundstågen | 2:14 PM Gävle Centralstation | 7h30 | 9:44 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
277 SJ · 545 X 2000+ 1157 Öresundstågen | 3:03 PM Gävle Centralstation | 9h11 | 12:14 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
277 SJ · 547 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen | 3:03 PM Gävle Centralstation | 10h22 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
277 SJ · 545 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen | 3:03 PM Gävle Centralstation | 10h22 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
277 SJ · 543 X 2000+ 1145 Öresundstågen | 3:03 PM Gävle Centralstation | 7h41 | 10:44 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
8455 Mälartåg · 959 Mälartåg+ 545 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen | 3:36 PM Gävle Centralstation | 9h49 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
8455 Mälartåg · 959 Mälartåg+ 547 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen | 3:36 PM Gävle Centralstation | 9h49 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
8455 Mälartåg · 959 Mälartåg+ 545 X 2000+ 1157 Öresundstågen | 3:36 PM Gävle Centralstation | 8h38 | 12:14 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
281 SJ · 547 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen+ 1 X-Trafik | 4:41 PM Gävle | 8h44 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
583 SJ 3000 · 547 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen+ 91 X-Trafik | 4:41 PM Gävle | 8h44 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
281 SJ · 547 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen+ 91 X-Trafik | 4:41 PM Gävle | 8h44 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
583 SJ 3000 · 547 X 2000+ 1 X-Trafik+ 1165 Öresundstågen | 4:41 PM Gävle | 8h44 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
583 SJ 3000 · 547 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen+ 14 X-Trafik | 4:46 PM Gävle | 8h39 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
281 SJ · 547 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen | 5:02 PM Gävle Centralstation | 8h23 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
583 SJ 3000 · 547 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen | 5:11 PM Gävle Centralstation | 8h14 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
583 SJ 3000 · 547 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen | 5:11 PM Gävle Centralstation | 8h14 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
11 SJ · 547 X 2000+ 1165 Öresundstågen | 5:17 PM Gävle Centralstation | 8h08 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
283 SJ · 549 X 2000+ 1177 Öresundstågen+ 41 X-Trafik | 5:40 PM Gävle | 8h30 | 2:10 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
283 SJ · 549 X 2000+ 1 X-Trafik+ 1177 Öresundstågen | 5:41 PM Gävle | 8h29 | 2:10 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
283 SJ · 549 X 2000+ 1177 Öresundstågen | 6:01 PM Gävle Centralstation | 8h09 | 2:10 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
85 SJ · 1 SJ+ 1027 Öresundstågen+ 1 X-Trafik | 8:41 PM Gävle | 11h17 | 7:58 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
85 SJ · 1 SJ+ 1027 Öresundstågen+ 91 X-Trafik | 8:41 PM Gävle | 11h17 | 7:58 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
85 SJ · 1 SJ+ 1027 Öresundstågen | 9:04 PM Gävle Centralstation | 10h54 | 7:58 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
8483 Mälartåg+ 519 X 2000+ 593 SL+ 1 X-Trafik | 10:08 PM Gävle | 12h36 | 10:44 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 4 transfers | |
8483 Mälartåg+ 519 X 2000+ 1049 Öresundstågen+ 501 UL | 10:11 PM Gävle | 12h33 | 10:44 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 4 transfers | |
8483 Mälartåg+ 519 X 2000+ 4 X-Trafik+ 1049 Öresundstågen | 10:13 PM Gävle | 12h31 | 10:44 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 4 transfers | |
8483 Mälartåg+ 519 X 2000+ 1049 Öresundstågen+ 593 SL | 10:36 PM Gävle Centralstation | 12h08 | 10:44 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
8407 Mälartåg · 907 Mälartåg+ 521 X 2000+ 1057 Öresundstågen | 11:40 PM Gävle | 12h04 | 11:44 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Gävle to Copenhagen run on average 35 times per day, taking around 7h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 383 miles (617 km) distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 383 miles (617 km) |
Average train duration 7h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Trains per day 35 |
Fastest train 7h 30m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
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Denmark’s main history museum, covering Viking, medieval, royal, and modern Danish culture. A strong first stop for understanding the country’s past.
Major art museum founded by brewer Carl Jacobsen, known for classical sculpture, French paintings, and its elegant winter garden.
World-class modern art museum north of the city, admired for its collection, architecture, and sculpture park overlooking the Øresund.
The city’s postcard-famous canal lined with colorful historic houses and boats. One of Copenhagen’s essential walking areas.
One of Europe’s best-known pedestrian shopping streets, linking major squares and landmarks in the historic center.
Self-governing neighborhood known for alternative culture, murals, and a distinctive atmosphere that draws many curious visitors.
Open-faced rye bread sandwiches topped with ingredients like pickled herring, roast beef, egg, or shrimp. A classic Danish lunch tradition strongly associated with Copenhagen.
Crispy fried pork belly served with boiled potatoes and parsley sauce. Often called Denmark’s national dish and a staple of traditional Danish cooking.
Danish pan-fried meatballs, usually made with pork or mixed meats, commonly served with potatoes, gravy, and pickled cabbage. A comforting everyday favorite.
World-famous fine dining restaurant celebrated for New Nordic cuisine, creativity, and exceptional tasting menus.
Historic Copenhagen institution famous for classic smørrebrød, schnapps, and traditional Danish lunch in an old-world setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving generous smørrebrød and classic Danish dishes in a cozy, old-fashioned atmosphere near the city center.
Prices are high by European standards, especially for dining and hotels, though public transport and casual meals are manageable.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not expected, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated.
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