Tickets Prices in Copenhagen | Danhostel (2024)

To understand the public transport system in Copenhagen, we first have to talk a bit about zones.Copenhagen is divided into zones and each zone has a colour and number. At each bus stop or train station, look fora map showing allthe zones and the oneyou are currently in. Central Copenhagen is zone 1. As you get further away from the city centre the numbers get higher. Are you still with us? Good. Yourfare is determined by counting from the zone in which you start,the onesyou will pass through and yourdestination zone. Remember,you will always pay for at least two zones, which cost 24 DKK.Do not get confused by the different zones, even Copenhageners get stumped at some point!

Where do I buy tickets?

There are multiple ticket options in Copenhagen depending on how long youstay and how much youuse public transport. There are ticket machines at mosttrain stations that accept Danish kronerand credit cards. You can also buy tickets at 7-elevens located by the train stations. Buying your tickets this way is the most expensive method, but isokay if you only needa one-way ticket.

Youhave the option of buying your ticket from the bus driver;however, they usuallyaccept only small change. When you buy a ticket youhave access to buses, trains,metro and harbour buses as long as your ticket is valid. Always haveyour ticket on you in case a conductor wants to check if it is valid. Lack of avalid ticketwill cost you a hefty fine of 750 DKK.

Single trip tickets

With a single trip ticket, also called a regular ticket, you have to buy the number of zones needed to get you to your destination. The expiration time on tickets depends on which zones you purchase.Within this timeframe, you can use the sameticket onbuses, trains, metros and harbour buses. Keep in mind that you arenot allowed to travel further than the zones purchased and the time allowed on the ticket.

Can I buy tickets on my Phone?

Yes, you certainly can! If you own an iPhone or any Android device,find an app called 'Mobilbilletter' in the app store, which lets you buy tickets by entering your destination. The app uses your phone'sGPSto get your current location,then calculates what kind of ticket you need. Click on “Indstillinger” (settings) in the right-hand corner of the screen and select English under “Sprog” (language).

24-hour ticket for all Zones

There are many things you can see and do in the eastern part of Denmark, so if youtravel beyond Central Copenhagen you have the possibility tobuy a ticket which providesunlimited access tobuses, trains, Metro and harbour buses in the capital region, including North Zealand. The ticketcosts only 130 DKK for adults and 65 DKK for children under the age of 16. Children under theage of 12 travelling with you ride free of charge.

City Passes

If you need unlimited access to public transport to and from the airport andaroundcentralCopenhagen, purchasea City Pass. Unlike the all-zone 24-hour ticket, this ticket is validonly in zones 1 - 4and is also available as a72-hour ticket. The24-hour and 72-hour City Pass cost 80 DKK and 200 DKK respectively.Children below the age of 16pay 40 DKK for a 24-hour pass and 100 DKK for a 72-hour pass.

7-day FlexCard

If 72 hours are not enough foryour travelling needs,youhave the option of getting a FlexCard. A FlexCard gives you access toallpublic transport as much as you want for7 days or longer and you cancustomise your travel days. Choosethe number ofzones you need. The card is transferableas long as it is valid. Your FlexCard is valid for anyone16 years and older, andtwo children under the age of 16 can ride witha FlexCard holderfree of charge.

Copenhagen Card

A Copenhagen Card works just like a City Pass andgives you full access to all public transport in the capital region. In addition,the cardprovidesfree entrance to 72 major attractions,museums andprovides a host ofotherdiscounts.