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The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Lübeck
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
$131
Average price
$149
Fastest journey
5 h 41 m
Average duration
6 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
234 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Lübeck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Lübeck will cost around $149 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $131.
Fast trains
To travel from Copenhagen to Lübeck you need to make at least one change.
IC 50137 · IC 55759 · RE 11175+
NBE 8218509:57AM6h55
Copenhagen Central Station04:52PMLübeck Hbf
$1311One-way
4 changes
EC 393 · RE 11169+NBE 82179+RE 1141808:11AM5h41
Copenhagen Central Station01:52PMLübeck Hbf
$1311One-way
3 changes
EC 395 · RE 1147210:11AM6h13
Copenhagen Central Station04:24PMLübeck Hbf
$1621One-way
1 change
EC 393 · RE 1146808:11AM6h13
Copenhagen Central Station02:24PMLübeck Hbf
$1621One-way
1 change
EC 395 · RE 11173+NBE 82183+RE 1142210:11AM5h41
Copenhagen Central Station03:52PMLübeck Hbf
$1621One-way
3 changes
EC 393 · RE 11169+NBE 82179+RE 1141808:11AM5h41
Copenhagen Central Station01:52PMLübeck Hbf
$1311One-way
3 changes
EC 395 · RE 11173+NBE 82183+RE 1142210:11AM5h41
Copenhagen Central Station03:52PMLübeck Hbf
$1621One-way
3 changes
EC 395 · RE 1147210:11AM6h13
Copenhagen Central Station04:24PMLübeck Hbf
$1621One-way
1 change
EC 393 · RE 1146808:11AM6h13
Copenhagen Central Station02:24PMLübeck Hbf
$1621One-way
1 change
IC 50137 · IC 55759 · RE 11175+NBE 8218509:57AM6h55
Copenhagen Central Station04:52PMLübeck Hbf
$1311One-way
4 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train, flight and ferry for Copenhagen to Lübeck
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Lübeck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $154.
Distance: 234 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|---|---|
$110 Average Price | $37 Average Price Cheapest | $46 Average Price | $415 Average Price |
6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Copenhagen to Lübeck train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, 5 November
Last updated at 11:07 pm
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 393 · RE 11468 | On time 7:11 am Copenhagen Central Station | 6h13 | 1:24 pm Lübeck Hbf | 1 change | |
| EC 393 · RE 11169+NBE 82179+RE 11418 | On time 7:11 am Copenhagen Central Station | 5h41 | 12:52 pm Lübeck Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 50137 · IC 55759 · RE 11175+NBE 82185 | On time 8:57 am Copenhagen Central Station | 6h55 | 3:52 pm Lübeck Hbf | 4 changes | |
| EC 395 · RE 11472 | On time 9:11 am Copenhagen Central Station | 6h13 | 3:24 pm Lübeck Hbf | 1 change | |
| EC 395 · RE 11173+NBE 82183+RE 11422 | On time 9:11 am Copenhagen Central Station | 5h41 | 2:52 pm Lübeck Hbf | 3 changes |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Copenhagen to Lübeck?
The best time to book your train from Copenhagen to Lübeck is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Copenhagen to Lübeck route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Copenhagen to Lübeck per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Copenhagen to Lübeck.
Trains
from $62Coaches
from $29Flights
from $184Ferries
from $38Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Lübeck
Denmark
Germany
Trains from Copenhagen to Lübeck run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 but you can travel from only $25 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $25
Distance 234 km |
Average train duration 5h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 30m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:44 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $25
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Copenhagen to Lübeck trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Copenhagen and Lübeck from $25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 54m
Cheapest Price
$79
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Copenhagen to Lübeck train
FAQs: Travel by train from Copenhagen to Lübeck 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 Lübeck.
Cheap train tickets from Copenhagen to Lübeck can start from as little as $50 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Copenhagen to Lübeck is $101; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Copenhagen to Lübeck is 5 h 30 min to travel the 234 km long route, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Copenhagen to Lübeck leaves at 5: 22am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Copenhagen to Lübeck leaves at 10: 35pm.
There are 6 trains a day from Copenhagen to Lübeck which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Copenhagen to Lübeck train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Copenhagen to Lübeck to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Copenhagen to Lübeck by train is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel to Lübeck from Copenhagen including taking a coach, train, flight or ferry.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Copenhagen and Lübeck
Copenhagen
Lübeck
The major train station for departures in Copenhagen is Dybboelsbro st. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dybboelsbro st for your trip from Copenhagen to Lübeck.
Dybboelsbro st
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
København Hovedb.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
13Wifi
- Free
Parking
- 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.
Dining
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- DKK 5
Hotel
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
Public transport options for København Hovedb.
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
Nordhavn St.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalNørreport St.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- 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.
Dining
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- DKK 5
Hotel
- Hotel Skt. Petri
- Ibsens Hotel
- Hotel Kong Arthur
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 2,500 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
Public transport options for Nørreport St.
- Metro: Line M1, Line M2
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
- Bus: Several lines available
Østerport stasjon
Amenities at train station
AccessibilitySvanemoellen st
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 kmValby(Koebenhavn)
Amenities at train station
AccessibilityVesterport st
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalThe major train station for arrivals in Lübeck is Lübeck Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lübeck Hbf for your journey to Lübeck from Copenhagen.
Lübeck Hbf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Thursday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Friday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Saturday: 06:30 - 19:30
- Sunday: 08:30 - 19:30
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- MyWaffel
- McDonald's
- Cafe Maret
- Café Brazil
Hotel
- LIHO
- Mercure
- Hotel Stadt Lübeck
- Hotel an der Marienkirche
Lübeck St Jürgen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Campus Kebab
- Bierhaus
- Jahn-Stuben
- Kleines Steakhouse
Hotel
- Hotel Ideal
Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
15 kmDining
- TEATIME
- Café Marleen
- Niederegger
- Landungsbrücken
Hotel
- Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Travemünde
- Deutscher Kaiser
- Lili Marleen
- Hotel Soldwisch
Lübeck-Travemünde Strand
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
16 kmDining
- TEATIME
- Café Marleen
- Strandoase
- Ostsee Lounge
Hotel
- Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Travemünde
- Atlantic Grand Hotel Travemünde
- Seeschlößchen
- Deutscher Kaiser
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