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Train Köln → Kopenhagen

Schedule & travel time

7h 10m 837 km 7 trains/day
ICE IC

Route overview

7h 10m

Fastest time

8h 36m

Avg. duration

837

Kilometers

7

Trains per day

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By train from Köln to Kopenhagen

One of the most important long-distance routes: The train connection from Köln to Kopenhagen is one of the regularly operated rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 7h 10m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 837 kilometers and is served by about 7 trains every day. The schedule supports reliable trip planning.

Route overview

Infrastructure: Fernverkehr (ICE/IC)

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Available train types

This route is served by ICE, IC.

The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.

The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.

Travel sustainably

Taking the train from Köln to Kopenhagen saves you about 93 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Versus flying you save as much as 187 kg of CO₂. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train journey from Köln to Kopenhagen?

The fastest connection from Köln to Kopenhagen takes 7h 10m. The average travel time is 8h 36m.

How many trains run daily from Köln to Kopenhagen?

About 7 trains run daily on the Köln - Kopenhagen route. Train types include ICE, IC.

What is the route from Köln to Kopenhagen?

The direct connection covers 837 km.

More interesting connections

Köln → Düsseldorf
0h 21m33 km
Köln → Bonn
0h 19m25 km
Berlin → Kopenhagen
5h 30m638 km
München → Kopenhagen
5h 18m667 km
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Return journey

Kopenhagen Köln

More connections

Köln → Düsseldorf0h 21mKöln → Bonn0h 19mKöln → Amsterdam2h 38mKöln → Aachen0h 33mBerlin → Kopenhagen5h 30mMünchen → Kopenhagen5h 18mFrankfurt → Kopenhagen6h 17m
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Schedule data last updated: 13/05/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time

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Last update: April 2026

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