Elmshorn to Copenhagen by train

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Overview: trains from Elmshorn to Copenhagen

Find the key information for travelling by train from Elmshorn to Copenhagen, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:11 View journey
Last train 23:14 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 24m View journey
Distance (km) 285
Trains / day 20 View all
Cheapest journey CA$52.00 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 54m
Train operators 27

Travelling from Elmshorn to Copenhagen by train

Want to know how to get from Elmshorn to Copenhagen by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Elmshorn to Copenhagen take around 4 hours and 24 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 285 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Elmshorn is scheduled to depart at around  00:11. The last departure is usually at around 23:07 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Elmshorn at around 00:11, with the last train leaving at around 23:14. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 20 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 56 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$52.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Copenhagen, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Copenhagen.

Is there a direct train from Elmshorn to Copenhagen?

The journey between Elmshorn and Copenhagen usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Elmshorn to Copenhagen every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

How long does it take to travel from Elmshorn to Copenhagen?

The Elmshorn to Copenhagen train travel takes about 4 hours and 24 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Elmshorn to Copenhagen train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Copenhagen leaving Elmshorn at around 00:11 and the last train leaving at around 23:07 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Elmshorn at around 00:11, with the final departure at 23:14.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.