Public Transport in Denmark in 2025
Trains, buses, metro, and light rail connect the whole country. Pay by app or card, plan with Rejseplanen, and use discounts to save.
Overview
Cities
Copenhagen, Aarhus, Odense, Aalborg have dense networks.
Nationwide
Intercity trains reach most towns; buses cover the rest.
Pay smart
Apps, Rejsekort, and bank cards—cash is uncommon.
Transport Types
Trains
DSB (national), S-tog (CPH), plus regional lines.
Metro
Copenhagen’s 24/7 driverless metro.
Buses
Urban/suburban/regional coverage—even small villages.
Major Networks & Connections
Copenhagen area
Metro, S-tog, buses, harbor ferries (DOT/Movia).
Across Denmark
DSB, Arriva, regional buses, and light rail (Aarhus/Odense).
Airports
M2 to CPH; direct trains/buses to other airports.
Tickets & Payment
Contactless
Bank card/phone works widely.
Rejsekort
Tap in/out; discounts for frequent travel.
Passes
City Pass & monthly subscriptions for savings.
Discounts
Kids under 12 free with adults; youth/pensioner fares.
Mobile tickets
Buy via DOT/DSB/Midttrafik apps.
Zones
Same ticket within your zones (CPH area).
Apps & Journey Planning
Rejseplanen
Nationwide trip planner (English).
DOT Billetter
Tickets for Copenhagen area.
DSB App
Intercity & S-train tickets/reservations.
Midttrafik
Buses & light rail (Aarhus region).
Rejsekort
Manage/top-up your travel card.
Maps
Google/Apple Maps integrate Danish timetables.
Tips & Etiquette
Always valid
Inspections happen—carry a valid ticket.
Onboard comfort
Wi-Fi/outlets on many long-distance trains.
Quiet zones
Respect silence carriages when marked.
Useful Links
Frequently Asked Questions
🎫 One ticket for all?
In CPH zones, yes (metro/S-tog/bus). Intercity needs its own ticket.
💳 Card payments?
Yes—contactless widely accepted; Rejsekort for savings.
🇬🇧 English info?
Yes—apps, machines, and signs support English.
🌙 Late night?
CPH Metro 24/7; trains thin outside 01–05.
🚲 Bring a bike?
Usually yes (fee may apply); check operator rules.
📱 Best app?
Rejseplanen for planning; DOT/DSB for tickets.