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Compare train and bus for Copenhagen to Sønderborg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Sønderborg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, while a train costs an average of $74.
Distance: 120 miles (194 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$74 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Copenhagen to Sønderborg
Compare the available ways to get from Copenhagen to Sønderborg, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Sønderborg:
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Sønderborg costing on average $74 (€62).
Other travel options to Sønderborg take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 50m.
Tickets start at around $74 (€62) compared to roughly $74 (€62) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$0 (-€0). The journey takes 3h 58m versus 3h 30m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Copenhagen to Sønderborg
How to get from Copenhagen to Sønderborg by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Copenhagen to Sønderborg is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FlixBus3:20 PM 4h20 København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro 7:40 PM Sønderborg, Herman Bangs Gade / Jernbanegade (Busstation) $36 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus3:20 PM 4h20 København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro 7:40 PM Sønderborg, Herman Bangs Gade / Jernbanegade (Busstation) $36 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
4311:52 AM 3h45 Copenhagen Central Station 3:37 PM Sønderborg Station $75 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
1086 Öresundståg+
307 Snälltåget2:59 PM 4h46 Copenhagen Central Station 7:45 PM Padborg Station $53 1 One-way 1 transfer
1086 Öresundståg+
307 Snälltåget2:53 PM 4h52 Nørreport Station 7:45 PM Padborg Station $53 1 One-way 1 transfer
593:52 PM 3h45 Copenhagen Central Station 7:37 PM Sønderborg Station $75 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Sønderborg:
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Sønderborg costing on average $74 (€62).
Other travel options to Sønderborg take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 50m.
- Around 3 trains per day.
- Around 1 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Copenhagen and Sønderborg as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Copenhagen Central Station and arrive in Sønderborg Station.
- Buses mostly depart from København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro and arrive in Sønderborg, Herman Bangs Gade / Jernbanegade (Busstation).
- Ferries mostly depart from Rødby and arrive in Travemünde (Skandinavienkai).
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Sønderborg by bus.
- Travel with DSB, Snälltåget, CFL to go to Sønderborg by train.
- 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
- 1 direct trains per day with DSB.
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