The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Roskilde
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
20 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Roskilde is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Roskilde will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 20 trains that leave Copenhagen for Roskilde on Tue, Nov 18, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest trains will take 23 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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50137Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Copenhagen to Roskilde
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Roskilde among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €8.
Distance: 31 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€8 Average price Cheapest | €8 Average price |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Copenhagen to Roskilde train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Roskilde trains for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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1529 | 7:03 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h19 | 7:22 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2531 | 7:11 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h25 | 7:36 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4231 | 7:26 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h26 | 7:52 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50133 | 7:36 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h23 | 7:59 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4533 | 7:41 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h25 | 8:06 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1533 | 8:03 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h19 | 8:22 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2535 | 8:11 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h25 | 8:36 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4235 | 8:26 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h26 | 8:52 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50137 | 8:36 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h23 | 8:59 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4537 | 8:41 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h25 | 9:06 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1537 | 9:03 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h19 | 9:22 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2539 | 9:11 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h25 | 9:36 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4239 | 9:26 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h26 | 9:52 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50141 | 9:36 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h23 | 9:59 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4541 | 9:41 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h25 | 10:06 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1541 | 10:03 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h19 | 10:22 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2543 | 10:11 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h25 | 10:36 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4243 | 10:26 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h26 | 10:52 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50145 | 10:36 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h23 | 10:59 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4545 | 10:41 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0h25 | 11:06 AM Roskilde station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Roskilde
Trains from Copenhagen to Roskilde run on average 10 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 19m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Regional, PKP Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) from Copenhagen to Roskilde trainsRegional, PKP Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Copenhagen and Roskilde from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
PKP Intercity
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 Roskilde
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Roskilde 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 Roskilde, 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 Roskilde station, located 0.6 miles (886 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Copenhagen to Roskilde
- 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 - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Jernbanegade.
- Restaurant Flammen Roskilde
- Restaurant Upstairs
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Zleep Hotel Roskilde
- Scandic Roskilde Park
- Comwell Roskilde
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Copenhagen, Odense, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
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