Route guide

Antwerp → Copenhagen

733 km · Belgium to Denmark · Fastest: 3h by flight · Cheapest: €27+ by bus

How to travel from Antwerp to Copenhagen

There are 4 ways to travel between Antwerp and Copenhagen — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€59–172

Duration: 6h 6m

via SNCB, DSB

~10 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€27–71

Duration: 10h 28m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~21 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€64–208

Duration: 3h 29m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Brussels Airlines, SAS

~114 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€88–161

Duration: 8h 8m

~125 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Antwerp and Copenhagen highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 733 km this is a comfortable weekend trip — train or flight both work.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Belgium into Denmark. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Antwerp to Copenhagen — every option in detail

Antwerp to Copenhagen by train

Trains link Antwerp (Belgium) and Copenhagen (Denmark) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 6h 6m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include SNCB, DSB.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €59 to €172. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 10 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 114 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~104 kg on this distance.

Antwerp to Copenhagen by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Antwerp and Copenhagen with a typical journey of 10h 28m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €27 when booked in advance, rising to €71 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Antwerp to Copenhagen by flight

Flights between Antwerp and Copenhagen take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 29m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Brussels Airlines, SAS.

Typical fare range is €64–208. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 114 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Antwerp to Copenhagen by car

The driving distance from Antwerp to Copenhagen is approximately 843 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 8h 8m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €88–161 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Belgium–Denmark border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 125 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Antwerp and Copenhagen is approximately 733 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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