How to travel from Copenhagen to Kiruna

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Copenhagen to Kiruna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Kiruna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $51 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $51, while a flight costs an average of $390.

Distance: 876 miles (1410 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Copenhagen to Kiruna

Compare the available ways to get from Copenhagen to Kiruna, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Kiruna is a train with an average price of $51 (€43).

This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Kiruna:

A train is $339 (€284) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Kiruna costing on average $390 (€327).

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Kiruna is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 58m.

Other travel options to Kiruna take longer:

Train takes on average 21h 40m.

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

The journey is about 3h 10m faster (21h 10m by train vs 24h 20m by car) and roughly $359 (€301) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($51 (€43) vs $410 (€344)). 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.

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from Copenhagen to Kiruna

How to get from Copenhagen to Kiruna by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Copenhagen to Kiruna is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SJ178 SJ · 94 SJ · 98 SJ+Oresundstag1034 Öresundståg
    8:30 AM24h40
    Copenhagen Central Station
    9:10 AMKiruna Central Station
    $1421One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • SJ178 SJ · 94 SJ · 98 SJ+Oresundstag1034 Öresundståg
    8:30 AM24h40
    Copenhagen Central Station
    9:10 AMKiruna Central Station
    $1421One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • SJ94 SJ · 98 SJ+JLT17608 Jönköpings länstrafik+Oresundstag1040 Öresundståg
    9:14 AM23h56
    Copenhagen Central Station
    9:10 AMKiruna Central Station
    $1801One-way
    7 transfers

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  • SJ70 SJ+Lanstrafiken45 Länstrafiken Västerbotten+Tågkompaniet Norrtåg7154 Norrtåg+Snälltåget306 Snälltåget
    2:59 PM29h42
    Copenhagen Central Station
    8:41 PMKiruna Central Station
    $2361One-way
    4 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Copenhagen to Kiruna

Travel to Kiruna easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Copenhagen to Kiruna.

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There are 3 options to travel between Copenhagen and Kiruna including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Kiruna is a train with an average price of $51 (€43).

This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Kiruna:

A train is $339 (€284) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Kiruna costing on average $390 (€327).

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Kiruna is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 58m.

Other travel options to Kiruna take longer:

Train takes on average 21h 40m.

The distance from Copenhagen to Kiruna is approximately 876 miles (1410 km).
The average frequency per day from Copenhagen to Kiruna is:
  • Around 26 trains per day.
  • Around 22 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Copenhagen and Kiruna as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Copenhagen to Kiruna:
  • Flights mostly depart from Copenhagen Airport and arrive in Kiruna Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Copenhagen Central Station and arrive in Kiruna Central Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Copenhagen to Kiruna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Sas Airways, Norwegian Air Shuttle to go to Kiruna by flight.
  • Travel with SJ, Tågkompaniet Norrtåg to go to Kiruna by train.
Omio customers who travel from Copenhagen to Kiruna often also extend their vacation to go to Abisko, Stockholm, Narvik, Luleå, Gällivare. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kiruna and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Kiruna to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Kiruna, you can explore the Sami Siida-Márkanbáiki, an open-air museum dedicated to the culture and history of the indigenous Sami people. Experience the art and architecture of the Icehotel with a guided tour, or enjoy hiking and Northern Lights viewing in Abisko National Park. Discover space research insights at the Esrange Space Center, and learn about the mining industry at the Kiruna Mine. Notable sights include the architecturally significant Kiruna Church and LKAB's Visitor Centre, which offers a tour of one of the world's largest underground iron ore mines.
For a fulfilling experience in Kiruna, plan for a stay of 3 to 4 days. This allows time to explore the Icehotel, visit the famous LKAB iron ore mine, experience the Northern Lights, and enjoy outdoor activities like dog sledding and snowmobiling.

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