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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 30

Cheapest price on Sep 30

€56

Average ticket price on Sep 30

€102

Fastest journey on Sep 30

8 h 52 m

Average journey duration on Sep 30

8 h 54 m

Trains on Sep 30

Distance

671 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen will cost around €102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €56.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen without transferring at least once.

ICE 776 · ECE 396
6:46 AM8h52
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
3:38 PMCopenhagen Central Station
€561One-way
1 transfer
ICE 78 · ECE 396
5:23 AM10h15
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3:38 PMCopenhagen Central Station
€561One-way
1 transfer
FlixTrain+FlixBus
9:58 AM13h47
Frankfurt South station
11:45 PMKøbenhavn, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
€611One-way
1 transfer
ICE 1272 · ICE 1080 · 11156 · IC 5754
12:09 AM14h05
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2:14 PMCopenhagen Central Station
€621One-way
4 transfers
ICE 1272 · ICE 1080 · 11156 · IC 5754
12:09 AM13h29
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1:38 PMCopenhagen Central Station
€621One-way
4 transfers

Live departures

Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen trains for today, Tuesday, September 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
ICE 1272 · ICE 1080 · BUS 11981 · IC 50830	Delayed 10:09 PM 12:04 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station	13h24	1:28 PM Copenhagen Central Station	3 transfers
IC 60409 · ICE 1080 · BUS 11981 · IC 50830	Delayed 10:28 PM 12:28 AMFrankfurt South station	13h00	1:28 PM Copenhagen Central Station	3 transfers
FlixTrain+FlixBus	9:58 AM Frankfurt South station	13h47	11:45 PM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro	1 transfer
ICE 121 · ICE 772 · ECE 394	Delayed 8:34 AM 10:15 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station	9h23	7:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station	2 transfers
ICE 772 · ECE 394	On time 10:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	8h52	7:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station	1 transfer
ICE 612 · RJ 382	On time 11:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	10h28	9:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station	1 transfer
ICE 13 · ICE 74 · RJ 382	On time 11:15 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	10h23	9:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station	2 transfers
ICE 13 · ICE 74 · 11172 · IC 5762	On time 11:15 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	10h59	10:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station	4 transfers
ICE 74 · 11172 · IC 5762 · IC 50164	On time 11:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	10h28	10:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station	3 transfers
ICE 74 · RJ 382	On time 11:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	9h52	9:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station	1 transfer
S9 · ICE 770 · 11174 · RJ 382	On time 12:15 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	9h23	9:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station	3 transfers
ICE 770 · 11174 · RJ 382	On time 12:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	8h52	9:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station	2 transfers
ICE 770 · 11174 · RJ 382 · S B	On time 12:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	9h02	9:48 PM Vesterport st	3 transfers
ICE 610 · ECE 392	1:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	10h27	11:37 PM Copenhagen Central Station	1 transfer
ICE 610 · ECE 392	1:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	10h37	11:47 PM Copenhagen Central Station	1 transfer
ICE 15 · ICE 6 · 11176 · IC 5764	On time 1:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	10h59	12:14 AM Copenhagen Central Station	4 transfers
ICE 15 · ICE 6 · 11176 · IC 5764	On time 1:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	11h19	12:34 AM Copenhagen Central Station	4 transfers
ICE 6 · 11176 · IC 5764 · IC 50172	1:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	10h28	12:14 AM Copenhagen Central Station	3 transfers
ICE 6 · 11176 · IC 5764 · IC 70172	1:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	10h48	12:34 AM Copenhagen Central Station	3 transfers
ICE 123 · ICE 578 · ECE 392	On time 2:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	9h22	11:37 PM Copenhagen Central Station	2 transfers
ICE 123 · ICE 578 · ECE 392	On time 2:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	9h32	11:47 PM Copenhagen Central Station	2 transfers
ICE 578 · ECE 392	2:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	8h51	11:37 PM Copenhagen Central Station	1 transfer
ICE 578 · ECE 392	2:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	9h01	11:47 PM Copenhagen Central Station	1 transfer
ICE 578 · ECE 392 · S A	2:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	9h10	11:56 PM Vesterport st	2 transfers
ICE 315 · ICE 72 · 11180 · IC 5766	On time 3:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	11h11	2:26 AM Copenhagen Central Station	4 transfers
ICE 315 · ICE 72 · 11180 · IC 5766	On time 3:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	11h42	2:57 AM Copenhagen Central Station	4 transfers
ICE 72 · 11180 · IC 5766 · IC 50182	On time 3:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	10h40	2:26 AM Copenhagen Central Station	3 transfers
ICE 72 · 11180 · IC 5766 · IC 70182	On time 3:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	11h11	2:57 AM Copenhagen Central Station	3 transfers
ICE 72 · 11180 · IC 5766 · IC 70182	On time 3:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	13h00	4:46 AM Vesterport st	4 transfers
ICE 129 · ICE 572 · 11152 · IC 5752	On time 8:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	15h51	12:06 PM Copenhagen Central Station	4 transfers
ICE 572 · 11152 · IC 5752 · ICL 26	On time 8:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	15h28	12:14 PM Vesterport st	4 transfers
ICE 572 · 11152 · IC 5752 · ICL 50026	On time 8:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	15h20	12:06 PM Copenhagen Central Station	3 transfers
ICE 274 · 82848+81604+11152	Delayed 7:30 PM 8:46 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station	15h20	12:06 PM Copenhagen Central Station	6 transfers
ICE 274 · 82848+81604+11152	Delayed 7:30 PM 8:46 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station	15h28	12:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station	6 transfers
ICE 274 · 82848+81604+11152	On time 9:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	14h59	12:14 PM Vesterport st	6 transfers
ICE 274 · 82848+81604+11152	On time 9:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	15h07	12:22 PM Vesterport st	6 transfers
ICE 274 · 82848+81604+11152	On time 9:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	14h51	12:06 PM Copenhagen Central Station	5 transfers
ICE 274 · 82848+81604+11152	On time 9:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	14h59	12:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station	5 transfers
ICE 920 · BUS 11981 · IC 50830	On time 11:23 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	14h05	1:28 PM Copenhagen Central Station	2 transfers
ICE 1272 · ICE 1080 · BUS 11981 · IC 50830	On time 11:35 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	13h53	1:28 PM Copenhagen Central Station	3 transfers
ICE 920 · BUS 11981 · IC 50830	Delayed 9:40 PM 11:37 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station	13h51	1:28 PM Copenhagen Central Station	2 transfers
Wednesday, September 30
ICE 78 · ECE 396	On time 5:23 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	10h15	3:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station	1 transfer
ICE 776 · ECE 396	On time 6:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	8h52	3:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station	1 transfer
ICE 76 · 11164 · IC 5758 · IC 50148	On time 7:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	10h28	6:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station	3 transfers
ICE 76 · RJ 384	On time 7:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	9h52	5:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station	1 transfer
4295 · ICE 774 · 11166 · RJ 384	On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	9h16	5:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station	3 transfers
ICE 774 · 11166 · RJ 384	On time 8:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	8h52	5:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station	2 transfers
ICE 11 · ECE 8 · 11168 · IC 5760	On time 9:15 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	10h59	8:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station	4 transfers
ICE 1074 · ECE 394	On time 9:38 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	10h00	7:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station	1 transfer
ECE 8 · 11168 · IC 5760 · IC 50156	On time 9:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	10h28	8:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station	3 transfers

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen?

The best time to book your train from Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen is 42 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen 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 Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen.

Trains

from €56

Buses

from €39

Flights

from €126

Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen

Germany

Denmark

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen run on average 12 times per day, taking around 9h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 671 km distance in 8h 9m.

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

Distance

671 km

Average train duration

9h 39m

Cheapest ticket price

€18

Trains per day

Fastest train

8h 9m

First train

12:02 AM

Last train

11:57 PM

Cheapest Month

Jan

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Fri

Least Busy Day

Sun

Best time to book

42 days

Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, metronom from Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen trainsDeutsche Bahn, metronom trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Copenhagen from €18. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration

8h 9m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price

€18

Deutsche Bahn frequency

12 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.

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.

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.

Quiet zone

Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

metronom

About

Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH is a German railway company that has been connecting Northern Germany since 2003. Based in Uelzen, it focuses exclusively on passenger transport, operating services from Hamburg to Bremen, Lüneburg, Uelzen, Hanover, and Göttingen. The company also runs services under the brand Enno from Wolfsburg to Hanover and Hildesheim. Metronom is partly state-owned, with its trains, which can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h, being rented from the state transport company Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen mbH (LNVG). They are known for their yellow and blue double-decker trains, offering amenities like extra legroom and refreshments.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average metronom Duration

10h 18m

Cheapest metronom Price

€68

metronom frequency

4 a day

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to fare conditions

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled by operator

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Seat reservation

Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket and muzzle

Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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.

Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen can start from as little as €18 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen is €107; 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 Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen is 8h 9m to travel the 671 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen leaves at 12:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen leaves at 11:57 PM.

There are 12 trains a day from Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen which require at least one change with metronom, Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen, you can count on metronom, Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Copenhagen. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Frankfurt am Main and Copenhagen and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A trip to Copenhagen from Frankfurt am Main is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 9m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Copenhagen including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen

Most Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to København Hovedb. station pair, with some services arriving at Vesterport st. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Copenhagen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Frankfurt am Main

Arrival train stations in Copenhagen

Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains to Copenhagen leave from?

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Copenhagen leave from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. The station is 2 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre at Im Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany.

Frankfurt (Main) HbfIm Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS9, S8, S6, S5, S4, S3, S2, S1 · 5m · €1 · every ~51 min

BusN5, N12, N4 · 5m · every ~1 min

Tram18, 14, 12, 11 · 6m · €3 · every ~38 min

SubwayU5, U4 · 4m · €3 · every ~39 min

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.

More about Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfFrankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany+49 69 2651055 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainIce · 11m · €2

Trn · 12m · €3

S8, S9 · 19m · €3 · every ~5 min

BusS8e · 28m · €6

X61, 61 · 41m · every ~13 min

61, X61 · 42m · every ~13 min

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.