Route guide

Brussels → Copenhagen

765 km · Belgium to Denmark · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €28+ by bus

How to travel from Brussels to Copenhagen

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

🚄Train

€61–178

Duration: 6h 22m

via SNCB, DSB

~11 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€28–74

Duration: 10h 56m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~21 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€66–212

Duration: 3h 31m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Brussels Airlines, SAS

~119 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€92–168

Duration: 8h 30m

~130 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 765 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 Belgium 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.

Brussels to Copenhagen — every option in detail

Brussels to Copenhagen by train

Trains link Brussels (Belgium) and Copenhagen (Denmark) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 6h 22m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include SNCB, DSB.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €61 to €178. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 11 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 119 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~108 kg on this distance.

Brussels to Copenhagen by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Brussels and Copenhagen with a typical journey of 10h 56m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €28 when booked in advance, rising to €74 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.

Brussels to Copenhagen by flight

Flights between Brussels and Copenhagen take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 31m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Brussels Airlines, SAS.

Typical fare range is €66–212. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 119 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Brussels to Copenhagen by car

The driving distance from Brussels to Copenhagen is approximately 880 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 8h 30m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €92–168 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Belgium–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 130 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Brussels and Copenhagen is approximately 765 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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