The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Copenhagen
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
4 h 47 m
Average duration
4 h 54 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Copenhagen will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $72.
To travel from Gothenburg to Copenhagen you need to make at least 2 changes.
16 Västtrafik · 3081 Västtrafik+
6808 Öresundstågen · 11167 Öresundstågen
X6 Västtrafik · 3121 Västtrafik+
6808 Öresundstågen · 1143 Öresundstågen
16 Västtrafik · 3081 Västtrafik+
6808 Öresundstågen · 11167 Öresundstågen
1031 Öresundstågen · 6808 Öresundstågen · 1039 Öresundstågen
1143 Öresundstågen · 6808 Öresundstågen · 1151 Öresundstågen
1031 Öresundstågen · 6808 Öresundstågen · 1039 Öresundstågen
1143 Öresundstågen · 6808 Öresundstågen · 1151 Öresundstågen
1135 Öresundstågen · 6808 Öresundstågen · 1143 Öresundstågen
1039 Öresundstågen · 6808 Öresundstågen · 1047 Öresundstågen
X6 Västtrafik · 3121 Västtrafik+
6808 Öresundstågen · 1143 ÖresundstågenTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Gothenburg to Copenhagen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Copenhagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $138.
Distance: 229 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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$61 Average Price | $36 Average Price Cheapest | $287 Average Price |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Gothenburg to Copenhagen train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Copenhagen trains for today, Thursday, 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1031 Öresundstågen | 3:40 am Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h47 | 7:27 am Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
1039 Öresundstågen | 4:40 am Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h47 | 8:27 am Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
16 Västtrafik+ 1047 Öresundstågen | 5:17 am Gothenburg | 4h10 | 9:27 am Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
16 Västtrafik+ 1047 Öresundstågen | 5:18 am Gothenburg | 4h09 | 9:27 am Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
481 SJ 3000+ 1041 Öresundstågen | 5:24 am Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h15 | 8:39 am Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
1047 Öresundstågen | 5:40 am Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h47 | 9:27 am Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
1055 Öresundstågen | 6:40 am Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h47 | 10:27 am Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
1063 Öresundstågen | 7:40 am Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h47 | 11:27 am Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
16 Västtrafik+ 487 SJ 3000+ 1065 Öresundstågen | 8:00 am Gothenburg | 3h39 | 11:39 am Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
16 Västtrafik+ 487 SJ 3000+ 1065 Öresundstågen | 8:01 am Gothenburg | 3h38 | 11:39 am Copenhagen Central Station | 2 changes | |
16 Västtrafik+ 1071 Öresundstågen | 8:20 am Gothenburg | 4h07 | 12:27 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
487 SJ 3000+ 1065 Öresundstågen | 8:24 am Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h15 | 11:39 am Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
1071 Öresundstågen | 8:40 am Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h47 | 12:27 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
16 Västtrafik+ 1079 Öresundstågen | 9:16 am Gothenburg | 4h11 | 1:27 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
489 SJ 3000+ 1073 Öresundstågen | 9:24 am Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h15 | 12:39 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
1079 Öresundstågen | 9:40 am Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h47 | 1:27 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
1087 Öresundstågen | 10:40 am Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h47 | 2:27 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
1095 Öresundstågen | 11:40 am Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h47 | 3:27 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
491 SJ 3000+ 1099 Öresundstågen | 12:24 pm Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 3:57 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
1103 Öresundstågen | 12:40 pm Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h47 | 4:27 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
1111 Öresundstågen | 1:40 pm Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h47 | 5:27 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
1119 Öresundstågen | 2:40 pm Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h47 | 6:27 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
16 Västtrafik+ 1127 Öresundstågen | 3:17 pm Gothenburg | 4h10 | 7:27 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
16 Västtrafik+ 1127 Öresundstågen | 3:18 pm Gothenburg | 4h09 | 7:27 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
495 SJ 3000+ 1125 Öresundstågen | 3:19 pm Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h50 | 7:09 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
1127 Öresundstågen | 3:40 pm Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h47 | 7:27 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
497 SJ 3000+ 1133 Öresundstågen | 4:24 pm Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h45 | 8:09 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
1135 Öresundstågen | 4:40 pm Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h47 | 8:27 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
1143 Öresundstågen | 5:40 pm Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h47 | 9:27 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
1151 Öresundstågen | 6:40 pm Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h47 | 10:27 pm Copenhagen Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
11159 Öresundstågen · 1165 Öresundstågen | 7:40 pm Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h52 | 12:32 am Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Copenhagen
Trains from Gothenburg to Copenhagen run on average 24 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 but you can travel from only $22 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 229 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 229 km |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Oresundstag, SJ, Snälltåget, Västtrafik from Gothenburg to Copenhagen trainsOresundstag, SJ, Snälltåget, Västtrafik trains will get you between Gothenburg and Copenhagen from $22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gothenburg to Copenhagen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Copenhagen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Copenhagen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Gothenburg Centralstation, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Copenhagen Central Station, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gothenburg and Copenhagen
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
- Burger King
- Espresso House
- Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
- Franks gatukök
- Fruit & Berry
- Happy M Kitchen
- Le Croissant
- Lilla London
- Metropolitan
- Mr. Shou
- & many more
- All entrances to the station are accessible. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee. Personalized special assistance can be requested.
- Hotel Royal
- Hotel Pigalle
- ProfilHotels | Opera
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- Opposite the taxi station.
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 13
- Bus lines: 60327, 61327, Flygbussarna
- Train lines: 029, FLX, MTRX, SJ Regionaltåg, SJ SJ3000, SJ X2000, Tågab, Västtågen, Öresundståg
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Ellehammersvej.
- Restaurant Aamanns
- Le Sommelier Bar & Bistro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- DKK 5
- Clarion Hotel Copenhagen Airport
- Comfort Hotel Copenhagen Airport
- Zleep Hotel Copenhagen Airport
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Sweden and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Öresundståg
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- 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.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- 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.
- Restaurant Rasoi - Indian Cuisine
- Brasserie Storm
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- AC Hotel by Marriott Bella Sky Copenhagen
- Crowne Plaza Copenhagen Towers
- Cabinn Metro Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M1
- Train: Regional trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- 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.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Skt. Petri
- Ibsens Hotel
- Hotel Kong Arthur
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 2,500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M1, Line M2
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
- Bus: Several lines available
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