Airport Train Connection Guide

Copenhagen Airport (CPH) Train Guide 2026

DSB Re train, Metro M2, and the cross-border Øresund train to Malmö — three trains connecting CPH with central Copenhagen and Sweden. Costs, journey times, 24-hour service.

Quick Answer

Copenhagen Airport (CPH) is 8 km southeast of central Copenhagen. DSB Re train goes direct to København H (main station) in 13 minutes for DKK 36. Metro M2 goes to Nørreport in 14 minutes for DKK 36 — best for inner-city hotels. Both run 24/7. Øresund train connects CPH direct to Malmö Sweden in 22 minutes for DKK 88 — the easiest international rail link from any European airport.

CPH airport trains — stops on the map

DSB Re goes via Ørestad to København H. Metro M2 goes via Tårnby to Nørreport. Øresund train continues to Malmö, Sweden.

All CPH → city train options

DSB Re train (regional)

DKK 36•13 min to København H

Direct from CPH airport station to København H (main station). Every 10-20 min, 24/7 service. The fastest gate-to-city option. Buy ticket from DSB app or yellow machine at the platform.

Metro M2 (yellow line)

DKK 36•14 min to Nørreport

Direct from CPH airport metro station to Nørreport (central Copenhagen). Every 4-6 min daytime, 7-15 min at night, runs 24/7. Best for hotels in inner-city Nørreport / Strøget area.

Øresund train to Malmö (Sweden)

SEK 95–100 / DKK 88•~22 min to Malmö Central

Direct from CPH airport, no border control normally. Runs every 20 min daytime. CPH is the easiest international airport for Malmö-bound passengers (often cheaper flights than to MMX).

Bus 5C (24-hour line)

DKK 24•~35 min to Rådhuspladsen

Cheapest option — runs 24/7, every 10 min daytime. Useful only as a backup; train is always faster.

Taxi (no fixed fare)

DKK 280–400 to central city•~20-25 min

Metered taxis from CPH — call DanTaxi or take Taxa 4×35. Uber is NOT operating in Denmark (regulatory). Bolt sometimes available. Train is ~10× cheaper.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the fastest way from Copenhagen Airport to the city?

DSB Re train direct to København H (Copenhagen Central) in 13 minutes for DKK 36. The train station is directly underneath Terminal 3, accessed via a 3-minute walk from arrivals. Trains run every 10-20 minutes, 24/7. For hotels in Nørreport / Strøget area, Metro M2 (also from the airport, same DKK 36, 14 min to Nørreport) is equally fast.

Should I take the train or metro from CPH?

Both depart from the same CPH airport area, both cost DKK 36, both take ~13-14 min. Difference: DSB train terminates at København H (main station — best for onward Danish + Swedish rail). Metro M2 terminates at Nørreport (central tourist area + Strøget shopping). Pick by where your hotel is. Both run 24/7 with frequent service.

Is there a single ticket that covers train + metro + bus in Copenhagen?

Yes — a single zone ticket (DKK 36, 2 zones) is valid for 60 minutes on DSB + Metro + Bus combined. So you ride DSB from CPH to København H, then change to Metro M1/M2/M3/M4 to your hotel — all on one ticket. The Rejsekort smart card is cheaper for multi-ride travellers. The Copenhagen City Pass (DKK 95/200/325 for 24/48/72h) covers all transport including the airport.

How do I pay for the train/metro from CPH?

Three options: (1) DSB ticket machine on the platform — credit cards accepted; (2) DSB or Rejsekort mobile app — easiest; (3) Tap-and-pay with Visa/MasterCard contactless at the metro gates (CPH Metro accepts since 2024). Apple Pay and Google Pay both work. NO physical paper tickets sold onboard.

Can I get from CPH to Malmö (Sweden) easily?

Yes — direct Øresund train from CPH airport to Malmö Central in 22 minutes for SEK 95–100 / DKK 88. Runs every 20 minutes daytime. CPH is the closest international airport to Malmö (closer than Malmö Airport itself for many connections). Border control: Swedish authorities can do spot-checks but most travellers cross without stopping. Carry passport.

Is the airport train running at night?

Yes — both DSB (10-20 min frequency until midnight, then every 30 min) and Metro M2 (every 7-15 min) run 24/7 from CPH to the city. The 24-hour metro is rare among European hubs and is a key feature of CPH for late-night arrivals from Asia/America. You can land at 03:00 and be in your central Copenhagen hotel by 03:30.

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