Transportation: Getting Around Denmark

Denmark is not considered an international transportation hub; however, there are plenty of major connections to most European cities, so it is not hard getting to Denmark. The major airport is Kastrup, which is located just outside Copenhagen. The next largest airport is Billund located in central Jutland.

So if you are not in Denmark now, learn how to Get to Denmark .

And once you are in Denmark, you have an assortment of options for getting around Denmark.

For most people their first experience with the Danish Public Transportation System will be at the airport. All the major airports provide some sort of public transport: bus, train or metro.

Before buying your train ticket from Copenhagen airport, you want to read this money saving tip on airport transfer .

In Denmark the most popular form of transportation is the bicycle and cycling is also the easiest, quickest and cheapest way for most people to get around Denmark.

Walking is also popular and you will be amazed (especially if you come from America) how much pedestrian traffic there is in Denmark. Walking is a way of life and the pedestrian has rights over any motorized vehicle. So remember, if you are driving, you must watch out for pedestrians at all times.

Eventually, you will have to take some form of public transportation (or at least you should try it) and the options are the bus, train or metro. And in Copenhagen you can also take the harbor bus, which is a water bus service. Learn more about each of these below.

Another way to get around is by taxi, which there are plenty of in most cities. The only time you can't find a taxi is when the bars close in the early morning hours. Then they are all busy and you can wait hours trying to find one.

There is also the novelty option of taking one of the new bicycle taxis similar to the rickshaw. Available only in Copenhagen at this time.

Remember when taking public transportation you will need a ticket or you will get a fine if caught. Taking the risk is not worth it. Learn more about buying tickets.

The final major option to get around by car and there are lots of car rental agencies at the airports and city centers. Let me warn you that it takes some nerve to drive in the city with all the pedestrian and bicycle traffic. Think twice about it if you are a tourist.

Below you will find links to more informaion about using various methods of getting around Denmark. As Dale Evans liked to say, "Happy Trails"!

Bicycling in Denmark
Driving a Car in Denmark
Bus, Metro, Havnbus
Train Travel
Ferries