Information about Copenhagen S trains
Copenhagen is served by two train systems: the S-train and the Metro. Copenhagen S-trains, a very popular branch of public transport in Copenhagen, is the urban train system that serves residents in and around Copenhagen, Denmark. The S-trains start in the city centre and take passengers through the inner and outer districts of Copenhagen. The S trains serve a total of 85 stations and the first S train line was opened in 1934. Today, the S-trains are the heart of the city’s public transport system, carrying 357,000 passengers every day. The trains are owned and operated by DSB A/S. The S-train system is the backbone of public transport in the city and the trains are clean, modern and comfortable. Most S-train lines are single track, so passengers may have to wait a few minutes for the trains to arrive. Information on the S train is available in both Danish and English.
Map of Copenhagen S trains
Map of S-trains in Copenhagen with different lines and stations. Click on the map to enlarge it or download the S-trains in Copenhagen map in PDF format.
Copenhagen S train lines
Copenhagen’s S-trains have 6 main lines and a support line for peak periods. All lines use the same route through the city. Most of the trains have been converted from steam to electric power. Each line can be identified by its colour and the letters of the alphabet. The total length of the line is 170 km.
Running times of the Copenhagen S-trains
The S-trains run every day from early morning to late evening, from about 5 a.m. to 1 a.m. During the day, trains run every 10 minutes on each line. In the early morning and late evening, trains run every 20 minutes. At weekends, night trains run every hour. Night trains run twice an hour on the F line and trains run every 20 minutes all day on the H line. The Bx line only runs during rush hour on weekdays.
Ticket prices on the Copenhagen S trains
All public transport in Copenhagen operates on a zone system and the cheapest ticket is 24 kr for a two-zone journey. You can buy tickets from ticket machines or at ticket offices. Children under 11 travel free. 2- and 3-zone tickets are valid for 1 hour after first use. Zone tickets cost between DKK 24 and DKK 108. A title card costs DKK 150 and a 24-hour ticket costs DKK 130. For more information on ticket prices, click here.
Parking facilities around S-Bahn stations
Passengers can park their cars at most S-Bahn stations. There are usually plenty of parking spaces outside the stations.
Rules and tips for the Copenhagen S trains
Passengers can take bicycles and prams with them at no extra charge. Small animals and guide dogs also travel free on S-trains. Larger animals must have their own ticket and are not allowed in the seats. Passengers must validate their ticket before entering the station. Free WI-FI is available at S-Bahn stations for all passengers.