Do you need a bike ticket on DSB regional trains in Denmark?
Only in weekday rush hour.
Short answer
On DSB regional trains you can bring your bike free on weekdays between 9.00 and 15.00 and between 18.00 and 6.00, and all day on Saturdays and Sundays. On weekdays from 6.00 to 8.59 and from 15.00 to 17.59 the bike needs a bike ticket. A place is not guaranteed on regional trains: the bike goes in the flex area if there is room. On InterCity and InterCityLyn trains other rules apply, with a seat ticket for the bike.
Why
- Free outside weekday rush hour.
- Free all day at weekends.
- A place is not guaranteed.
Details
Bike tickets from DSB and Arriva are not valid on Midttrafik buses and light rail, and the other way round.
Tip
Plan longer rides with the bike for weekends or the middle of the day, when the regional train is free for bikes.
What may differ
Rules for single lines, for example to Sweden, can differ from the general DSB rules.
Common misconception
Bikes always need a paid ticket on DSB trains outside Copenhagen.
What actually happens
On regional trains the bike goes free outside weekday rush hour and all weekend.
People also ask
- Do you need a bike reservation on InterCity trains?
- Can you take a bike on the S-train for free?
- Can you take a cargo bike on the train?
Sources
This answer is for reference only. Cycling rules and services can change, so check the official sources before you ride.
Transport and mobilityRelated questions
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Can you cycle around Bornholm?
Yes, national cycle route 10 is a 105 km loop around Bornholm and the shortest of Denmark's 11 national routes.
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Is Denmark good for a cycling holiday?
Yes, Denmark is well suited for a cycling holiday.
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How many kilometres do Copenhageners cycle a day?
On an average weekday in 2025, cyclists covered 2.48 million km in Copenhagen.
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How many Copenhageners cycle to work or school?
In 2025, 43 % of all trips to work or education in Copenhagen were made by bike, down from 46 % in 2024.