Route guide

Paris → Copenhagen

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

How to travel from Paris to Copenhagen

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

🚄Train

€77–225

Duration: 8h 33m

via SNCF (TGV), Intercités, DSB

~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, Air France, SAS

~160 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€123–226

Duration: 11h 24m

~175 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Paris and Copenhagen 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 France 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.

Paris to Copenhagen — every option in detail

Paris to Copenhagen by train

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

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

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.

Paris to Copenhagen by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Paris and Copenhagen 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.

Paris to Copenhagen by flight

Flights between Paris and Copenhagen 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, Air France, SAS.

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.

Paris to Copenhagen by car

The driving distance from Paris to Copenhagen 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 France–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 175 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Paris and Copenhagen 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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