Destination guide · Denmark · Updated 18 October 2026 · Services are subject to change.
Why choose Copenhagen for a European rail trip?
Copenhagen is one of the rewarding stops to consider in Denmark. Discover Nyhavn, spend time around Tivoli Gardens and include Christiansborg Palace if your visit allows. The Interrail Global Pass can help link this stop with other participating rail destinations when the chosen train is eligible.
Denmark links stylish Copenhagen with lively regional cities, harbours and islands. Rail makes the country straightforward to combine with Germany and Sweden. If you have a flexible pass, decide whether Copenhagen is a daytime sightseeing stop or a place to spend the night; using an extra travel day for a short transfer is not always the best value.
What to see and do in Copenhagen
Nyhavn
Nyhavn is an important part of a visit to Copenhagen. Check opening hours, ticket policies and the location relative to København H. Plan a route that leaves time for the surrounding neighbourhood, rather than rushing straight back to the platform.
Tivoli Gardens
Tivoli Gardens is an important part of a visit to Copenhagen. Check opening hours, ticket policies and the location relative to København H. Plan a route that leaves time for the surrounding neighbourhood, rather than rushing straight back to the platform.
Christiansborg Palace
Christiansborg Palace is an important part of a visit to Copenhagen. Check opening hours, ticket policies and the location relative to København H. Plan a route that leaves time for the surrounding neighbourhood, rather than rushing straight back to the platform.
Arriving in Copenhagen by train
Main rail gateway: København H. The actual station for your journey depends on the train and route. Verify whether the pass covers your operator, and inspect the platform and service information shortly before departure.
From station to sightseeing
The city metro and buses normally require their own fares. A pass does not generally include city metros, trams, sightseeing buses or attraction admissions unless a specific benefit says otherwise.
A practical one- or two-day sightseeing plan
On arrival, leave luggage at your accommodation or a suitable station facility if available, then prioritise Nyhavn. Continue towards Tivoli Gardens at a comfortable pace, leaving time for a meal and unplanned exploration. For an overnight stay, visit Christiansborg Palace the following day and check onward rail departures before you commit to a timed booking.
Staying overnight can make sense if the city has several attractions or if your next connection leaves early. For a shorter stopover, verify luggage storage, opening hours and how far the sights are from the station.
Using the Interrail Global Pass for Copenhagen
DSB serves core routes and regional links. Check connections across Zealand, Funen and Jutland, and the border to Sweden.
International and selected busy trains may require or recommend reservations; verify operator-specific rules. Add each required journey to the mobile pass in accordance with the current instructions and keep seat reservation documents separately available when necessary. Pass validity is not a guarantee of a seat.
Where to go after Copenhagen
Continue your Denmark adventure with Aarhus . These are suggested next places, not guaranteed direct or daily trains; check running services and travel times for your date. Cross-border options should also be checked against current network availability.
Read the complete Denmark Interrail rail guide or browse all 33 Global Pass countries to build a longer European itinerary.
Tours and activities in Copenhagen
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Hotels and practical onward transport
Compare hotels and accommodation near København H or closer to the sights, depending on luggage and walking preferences. For places beyond participating rail lines, check separately priced ferry, regional ticket and onward travel options .
Explore Copenhagen by rail
Compare Global Pass options before choosing your travel days and reservations.