If you are planning a trip to Copenhagen, you will need transportation to your hotel and back to the airport after your visit, unless you are visiting someone there who can provide transportation for you. You can take a taxi, but it is generally a cheaper option to hop on an airport shuttle. (As of August 2018, neither Uber nor Lyft were operating in Copenhagen.) In addition, some hotels in Copenhagen offer free shuttle service to and from the airport. Ask your hotel if it is available when you book your reservation.
You can also use a reliable, private transfer service so you don’t have to wait for another traveler and avoid delays. An English-speaking driver picks you up (waiting at the airport or at your hotel) throughout the day.
Transport services
Shuttle Direct transfers travelers between Copenhagen and Copenhagen Airport. You can book it one way in any direction or round trip for your return to the airport. If you are going from the airport to Copenhagen, the shuttle will take you directly to your hotel. You can book a minibus transportation service that will include other passengers and pick you up at a designated location or a private transfer that provides door-to-door service for your group exclusively.
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A luxury airport transfer service is also available in Copenhagen, provided by companies such as MyDriver and World Airport Transfer. The prices are higher as the service is aimed at business travelers and luxury travelers. These services provide minibuses and private cars.
Transport tips
When booking one of these private airport transfer services, please provide your flight details and hotel information for your visit to Copenhagen once you have the information available. This will ensure that the shuttle driver knows exactly when and where to pick you up.
Other transportation options
If you don’t want to take transportation, here are some other ways to get from the airport to Copenhagen:
- The Metro: You can access the Metro from the airport, above Terminal 3. If you have not traveled in Terminal 3, you can take a free shuttle service between the terminals. Trains run regularly all day and night; This is the best option if you are heading to central stations like Kongens Nytorv or Norreport. It takes less than 15 minutes to get from the airport to these stations.
- The train: this is the best option if you want to go to the city center. The train takes you from the airport to Copenhagen Central Station in less than 15 minutes. These trains also depart from Terminal 3.
- The Bus: Hop on bus 5A to travel to many popular destinations in the city, including City Hall Square and Copenhagen Central Station. It takes about 35 minutes to get from the airport to the central station.
- A Taxi: You will find taxis waiting at Terminals 1 and 3. A taxi will take you to the city center of Copenhagen in about 20 minutes (or more if traffic is heavy).
