Route guide

Copenhagen → Innsbruck

938 km · Denmark to Austria · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €32+ by bus

How to travel from Copenhagen to Innsbruck

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

🚄Train

€71–209

Duration: 7h 49m

via DSB, ÖBB (Railjet)

~13 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€32–86

Duration: 13h 24m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~26 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€73–233

Duration: 3h 45m

via Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, Austrian Airlines

~146 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€113–206

Duration: 10h 25m

~160 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 938 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
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 Denmark into Austria. 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.

Copenhagen to Innsbruck — every option in detail

Copenhagen to Innsbruck by train

Trains link Copenhagen (Denmark) and Innsbruck (Austria) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 7h 49m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include DSB, ÖBB (Railjet).

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €71 to €209. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 13 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 146 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~133 kg on this distance.

Copenhagen to Innsbruck by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Copenhagen and Innsbruck with a typical journey of 13h 24m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €32 when booked in advance, rising to €86 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.

Copenhagen to Innsbruck by flight

Flights between Copenhagen and Innsbruck take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 45m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

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

Typical fare range is €73–233. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 146 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Copenhagen to Innsbruck by car

The driving distance from Copenhagen to Innsbruck is approximately 1079 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 10h 25m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €113–206 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Denmark–Austria 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 160 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Copenhagen and Innsbruck is approximately 938 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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