The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Elsinore
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Elsinore is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Elsinore will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 15 trains that leave Copenhagen for Elsinore on Sat, Nov 15, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 the direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest trains will take 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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2208Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Copenhagen to Elsinore
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Elsinore among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 40 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€19 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Copenhagen to Elsinore train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Elsinore trains for today, Friday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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4508 | 7:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h55 | 8:17 AM Helsingør Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4210 | 7:37 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h55 | 8:32 AM Helsingør Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2510 | 7:52 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h55 | 8:47 AM Helsingør Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
52212 | 8:07 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h55 | 9:02 AM Helsingør Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4512 | 8:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h55 | 9:17 AM Helsingør Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4214 | 8:37 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h55 | 9:32 AM Helsingør Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2514 | 8:52 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h55 | 9:47 AM Helsingør Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
52216 | 9:07 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h55 | 10:02 AM Helsingør Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4516 | 9:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h55 | 10:17 AM Helsingør Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4218 | 9:37 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h55 | 10:32 AM Helsingør Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2518 | 9:52 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h55 | 10:47 AM Helsingør Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
52220 | 10:07 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h55 | 11:02 AM Helsingør Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4520 | 10:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h55 | 11:17 AM Helsingør Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4222 | 10:37 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h55 | 11:32 AM Helsingør Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2522 | 10:52 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h55 | 11:47 AM Helsingør Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2208 | 7:07 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h55 | 8:02 AM Helsingør Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Elsinore
Trains from Copenhagen to Elsinore run on average 10 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 52m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Regional, Oresundstag, Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) from Copenhagen to Elsinore trainsRegional, Oresundstag, Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Copenhagen and Elsinore from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Oresundstag
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Regional
Danish Railways (DSB)
FAQs: Trains from Copenhagen to Elsinore
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Elsinore 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 Elsinore, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Copenhagen Central Station, which is located around 0.4 miles (588 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Helsingør Station, located 0.6 miles (988 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Copenhagen to Elsinore
- 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. 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 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 Stationsvej 1.
- Restaurant Kronborg
- Café Olai
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Skandia
- Marienlyst Strandhotel
- Hotel Hamlet
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Copenhagen and local destinations
- Train: Øresundståg
- Bus: Several lines available
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