Route guide

Copenhagen → Stockholm

522 km · Denmark to Sweden · Fastest: 3h by flight · Cheapest: €22+ by bus

How to travel from Copenhagen to Stockholm

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

🚄Train

€46–134

Duration: 4h 21m

via DSB, SJ

~7.0 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€22–57

Duration: 7h 28m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~15 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€56–183

Duration: 3h 12m

via Ryanair, easyJet, SAS

~81 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€63–115

Duration: 5h 48m

~89 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 522 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 Denmark into Sweden. 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 Stockholm — every option in detail

Copenhagen to Stockholm by train

Trains link Copenhagen (Denmark) and Stockholm (Sweden) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 4h 21m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include DSB, SJ.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €46 to €134. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

On routes under 600 km like this one, train often beats flight door-to-door once you factor in airport check-in and transfers.

Climate footprint: about 7.0 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 81 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~74 kg on this distance.

Copenhagen to Stockholm by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Copenhagen and Stockholm with a typical journey of 7h 28m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €22 when booked in advance, rising to €57 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 Stockholm by flight

Flights between Copenhagen and Stockholm take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 12m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, SAS.

Typical fare range is €56–183. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 81 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Copenhagen to Stockholm by car

The driving distance from Copenhagen to Stockholm is approximately 600 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 5h 48m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €63–115 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Denmark–Sweden 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 89 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Copenhagen and Stockholm is approximately 522 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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