How to travel from Hamburg to Copenhagen

There are 4 options to travel between Hamburg and Copenhagen including taking a train, bus, flight, and ferry.

The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Copenhagen is a bus with an average price of $52 (€44).

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

A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Copenhagen costing on average $69 (€58).

A bus is $50 (€43) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Hamburg to Copenhagen costing on average $101 (€86).

A bus is $365 (€308) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Copenhagen costing on average $416 (€351).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Copenhagen is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 46m.

Other travel options to Copenhagen take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 0m.

Bus takes on average 6h 43m.

Ferry takes on average 10h 16m.

The distance from Hamburg to Copenhagen is approximately 177 miles (285 km).

The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Copenhagen is:

• Around 39 flights per day.
• Around 7 trains per day.
• Around 7 buses per day.
• Around 4 ferries per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hamburg to Copenhagen:

• Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Copenhagen Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Copenhagen Central Station.
• Buses mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arrive in København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro.
• Ferries mostly depart from Puttgarden and arrive in Rødby.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamburg to Copenhagen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft to go to Copenhagen by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus, Comati PSG to go to Copenhagen by bus.
• Travel with FINNLINES, TT Line, TT-Line to go to Copenhagen by ferry.
• Travel with Sas Airways, braathens regional aviation, Cityjet, Lufthansa, Lot Polish Airlines, Air Baltic, Austrian Airlines, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Eurowings, Lufthansa Cityline, Avion Express Malta, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, Lufthansa City Airlines, Luxair to go to Copenhagen by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Hamburg to Copenhagen with the following travel companies:

• 3 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
• 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus, Comati PSG.
• 4 direct ferries per day with FINNLINES, TT Line, TT-Line .
• 4 direct flights per day with Sas Airways, braathens regional aviation, Cityjet.

Omio customers who travel from Hamburg to Copenhagen often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Stockholm, Malmö, London, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Copenhagen and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Copenhagen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Copenhagen, you can explore the National Museum of Denmark to delve into the country's rich history and culture, and visit the Carlsberg Brewery to learn about the brewing process and taste different beers. Take a canal tour for unique views of the city and wander through the Botanical Garden to enjoy its vast plant collection and beautiful palm house. Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Strøget, a bustling pedestrian street with shops, cafes, and street performers. Don't miss the historic Tivoli Gardens amusement park, the picturesque Nyhavn waterfront district, and the iconic Little Mermaid statue. Discover the Renaissance architecture and treasures at Rosenborg Castle and explore Christiansborg Palace, which houses royal reception rooms and historical exhibits.

To fully experience Copenhagen's major attractions, immerse in its culture, and enjoy its culinary scene, a stay of 3 to 4 days is typically recommended.