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How long does the train take from Copenhagen to Odense?

Across the Great Belt to Funen

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Short answer

The fastest trains from Copenhagen to Odense take about 1 hour 10 minutes in the 2026 timetable, on the InterCityLyn (Lyntog). The InterCity takes under 1 hour 30 minutes. There are more than 50 departures a day, so you rarely wait long. As of November 2026 Orange tickets on this route start at 89 kr.

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Why

  1. Trains run more than 50 times a day.
  2. The train crosses the Great Belt on the way.
  3. InterCity takes under 1 hour 30 minutes.

Details

Youth tickets (Ungdomsbillet) for students aged 16–25 always give 30 % off when you cross the Great Belt.

Tip

Pick an InterCityLyn departure in the journey search if you want the shortest trip.

What may differ

Travel times and the number of departures can change with each new timetable.

Common misconception

Many think cheap Orange tickets are only for long trips to Jutland.

What actually happens

Orange tickets are also sold from Copenhagen to Odense, from 89 kr. as of November 2026.

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Sources

This answer is for reference only. Timetables, routes and fares change, so check the operator before you travel.

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