How many people use the Copenhagen Metro, and which station is busiest?
Record numbers in 2025
Short answer
In 2025 the Copenhagen Metro had about 135 million passengers, 9 million more than in 2024 and a record for the third year in a row. M1 and M2 carried 71.2 million passengers and M3 and M4 64 million. On M1 and M2 the busiest station was Nørreport, with about 35,900 passengers on an average weekday, followed by Kongens Nytorv. On M3 and M4 Kongens Nytorv was the busiest, with about 29,890 a weekday.
Why
- About 135 million passengers in 2025.
- Third record year in a row.
- Nørreport and Kongens Nytorv are the busiest.
Details
July is the quietest month on the metro and November among the busiest.
Tip
If you can, avoid Nørreport and Kongens Nytorv in rush hour, 07.00–09.00 and 14.00–18.00.
What may differ
A new counting system was introduced in 2017, so figures from before and after are not directly comparable.
Common misconception
Many think København H is the busiest metro station.
What actually happens
In 2025 Nørreport and Kongens Nytorv had more metro passengers on a weekday than København H.
People also ask
- Is the Copenhagen Metro crowded in rush hour?
- When did the Copenhagen Metro open?
- How often does the Copenhagen Metro run?
Sources
- Metroselskabet: Passenger numbers on the MetroChecked at:
- Metroselskabet: About the MetroChecked at:
- The Copenhagen Metro: M1 Vanløse - VestamagerChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. Timetables, routes and fares change, so check the operator before you travel.
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