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How long is a single ticket valid in Copenhagen?

Validity grows with the number of zones

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Short answer

A single ticket in Greater Copenhagen is valid for a set time that depends on the number of zones. A 2-zone ticket is valid for 1 hour and 15 minutes, and a 3-zone ticket, which covers the trip between the city centre and the airport, for 1 hour and 30 minutes. A 4-zone ticket gives 1 hour and 45 minutes, 5 zones 2 hours, and so on up to 2 hours and 45 minutes for 8 zones. Tickets for 9 zones or more are valid for the whole traffic day from 04.00 to 03.59, and at least 5 hours.

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Why

  1. A 3-zone ticket covers the airport trip.
  2. A metro ticket also works on buses and harbour buses.
  3. Longer trips get more time automatically.

Details

As of November 2026 a 2-zone ticket costs 24 kr. and a 3-zone ticket 30 kr. for an adult.

Tip

Buy the ticket just before you leave, not while you wait for a bus that is late.

What may differ

Validity times can change with new fare rules, so check the time shown on your ticket.

Common misconception

Some travellers think a single ticket is valid for one ride only.

What actually happens

A single ticket is valid for a set time within its zones, so you can change between bus, train and metro on the way.

People also ask

  • What happens if my ticket expires during the trip?
  • How do ticket zones work in Copenhagen?
  • Is a City Pass cheaper than single tickets?

Sources

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

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