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Trip Overview

The average train between Altona and Copenhagen takes 4h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Altona to Copenhagen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 40m
Duration
489 km
Distance
kr 420
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Altona to Copenhagen train times

Trains run twice daily between Altona and Copenhagen. The earliest departure is at 1:08 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Altona is at 4:57 PM which arrives into Copenhagen at 9:55 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 4h 58m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 4h 30m • Direct
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    train train 4h 46m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 4h 30m • Direct
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    train train 4h 46m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 4h 30m • Direct
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    train train 4h 55m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 4h 30m • Direct
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    train train 4h 55m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 4h 30m • Direct
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    train train 4h 55m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 4h 30m • Direct
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    train train 4h 41m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Altona to Copenhagen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Altona to Copenhagen.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 488.6 km
  • Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Altona, Germany and Copenhagen, Denmark?

České dráhy (ČD) operates a train from Hamburg-Altona to Koebenhavn H 4 times a day. Tickets cost kr 340–490 and the journey takes 4h 39m. Danish Railways (DSB) also services this route twice daily.

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