The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Copenhagen
Cheapest price
€41
Average price
€54
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
21
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Copenhagen will cost around €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
Of the 21 trains that leave Gothenburg for Copenhagen on Sat, May 16, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct trains cover the 229 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest trains will take 3 h 33 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.
495 SJ 3000+
1125 Öresundstågen4:19 PM3h54Gothenburg Centralstation8:13 PMCopenhagen Central Station€411One-way1 transfer
481 X 2000+
1045 Öresundstågen6:24 AM3h49Gothenburg Centralstation10:13 AMCopenhagen Central Station€521One-way1 transfer
1119 Öresundstågen3:55 PM3h33Gothenburg Centralstation7:28 PMCopenhagen Central Station€541One-way0 transfers
11159 Öresundstågen · 1165 Öresundstågen8:55 PM4h30Gothenburg Centralstation1:25 AMCopenhagen Central Station€541One-way1 transfer
1055 Öresundstågen7:55 AM3h33Gothenburg Centralstation11:28 AMCopenhagen Central Station€541One-way0 transfers
1151 Öresundstågen7:55 PM3h30Gothenburg Centralstation11:25 PMCopenhagen Central Station€541One-way0 transfers
1119 Öresundstågen3:55 PM3h33Gothenburg Centralstation7:28 PMCopenhagen Central Station€541One-way0 transfers
1055 Öresundstågen7:55 AM3h33Gothenburg Centralstation11:28 AMCopenhagen Central Station€541One-way0 transfers
1111 Öresundstågen2:55 PM3h33Gothenburg Centralstation6:28 PMCopenhagen Central Station€541One-way0 transfers
1047 Öresundstågen6:55 AM3h33Gothenburg Centralstation10:28 AMCopenhagen Central Station€541One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, 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 bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 34m. 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 bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €143.
Distance: 229 km
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€53 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest | €249 Average price |
4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m 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, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1087 Öresundstågen | 11:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 3:28 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1095 Öresundstågen | 12:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 4:28 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
491 SJ 3000+ 1099 Öresundstågen | 1:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h34 | 4:58 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1103 Öresundstågen | 1:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 5:28 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1111 Öresundstågen | 2:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 6:28 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1119 Öresundstågen | 3:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 7:28 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
495 SJ 3000+ 1125 Öresundstågen | 4:19 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h54 | 8:13 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1127 Öresundstågen | 4:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 8:28 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
497 SJ 3000+ 1133 Öresundstågen | 5:19 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h54 | 9:13 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1135 Öresundstågen | 5:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 9:28 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1143 Öresundstågen | 6:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 10:28 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
499 X 2000+ 1149 Öresundstågen | 7:19 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h54 | 11:13 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1151 Öresundstågen | 7:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h30 | 11:25 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
11159 Öresundstågen · 1165 Öresundstågen | 8:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h30 | 1:25 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, May 16 | |||||
481 X 2000+ 1045 Öresundstågen | 6:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h49 | 10:13 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1047 Öresundstågen | 6:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 10:28 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1055 Öresundstågen | 7:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 11:28 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
485 SJ 3000+ 1059 Öresundstågen | 8:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h34 | 11:58 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1063 Öresundstågen | 8:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 12:28 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1071 Öresundstågen | 9:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 1:28 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
489 SJ 3000+ 1075 Öresundstågen | 10:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h34 | 1:58 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1079 Öresundstågen | 10:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 2:28 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Copenhagen
Trains from Gothenburg to Copenhagen run on average 24 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 229 km distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 229 km |
Average train duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Oresundstag, SJ, Snälltåget, vy, Västtrafik from Gothenburg to Copenhagen trainsOresundstag, SJ, Snälltåget, vy, Västtrafik trains will get you between Gothenburg and Copenhagen from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Gothenburg to Copenhagen
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gothenburg to 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
- 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 - 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
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