Route guide

Copenhagen → Paris

1027 km · Denmark to France · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €35+ by bus

How to travel from Copenhagen to Paris

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

🚄Train

€77–225

Duration: 8h 33m

via DSB, SNCF (TGV), Intercités

~14 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€35–92

Duration: 14h 40m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~29 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€76–243

Duration: 3h 52m

via Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, Air France

~160 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€123–226

Duration: 11h 24m

~175 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1027 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 Denmark into France. 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.

Copenhagen to Paris — every option in detail

Copenhagen to Paris by train

Trains link Copenhagen (Denmark) and Paris (France) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 8h 33m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include DSB, SNCF (TGV), Intercités.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €77 to €225. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 14 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 160 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~146 kg on this distance.

Copenhagen to Paris by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Copenhagen and Paris with a typical journey of 14h 40m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €35 when booked in advance, rising to €92 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.

Copenhagen to Paris by flight

Flights between Copenhagen and Paris take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 52m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, Air France.

Typical fare range is €76–243. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 160 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Copenhagen to Paris by car

The driving distance from Copenhagen to Paris is approximately 1181 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 11h 24m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €123–226 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Denmark–France 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 175 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Copenhagen and Paris is approximately 1027 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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