Route guide

Bologna → Copenhagen

1246 km · Italy to Denmark · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €40+ by bus

How to travel from Bologna to Copenhagen

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

🚄Train

€90–264

Duration: 10h 23m

via Trenitalia (Frecciarossa), Italo, DSB

~17 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€40–107

Duration: 17h 48m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~35 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€85–270

Duration: 4h 10m

via Ryanair, easyJet, ITA Airways, SAS

~194 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€150–274

Duration: 13h 51m

~212 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1246 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 Italy into Denmark. 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.

Bologna to Copenhagen — every option in detail

Bologna to Copenhagen by train

Trains link Bologna (Italy) and Copenhagen (Denmark) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 10h 23m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Trenitalia (Frecciarossa), Italo, DSB.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €90 to €264. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 17 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 194 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~177 kg on this distance.

Bologna to Copenhagen by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Bologna and Copenhagen with a typical journey of 17h 48m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €40 when booked in advance, rising to €107 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.

Bologna to Copenhagen by flight

Flights between Bologna and Copenhagen take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 10m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, ITA Airways, SAS.

Typical fare range is €85–270. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 194 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Bologna to Copenhagen by car

The driving distance from Bologna to Copenhagen is approximately 1433 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 13h 51m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €150–274 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Italy–Denmark 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 212 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Bologna and Copenhagen is approximately 1246 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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