Denmark / What to See

An Introduction to Denmark

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Rail Travel

The connections listed below are only a sample of the available routes.

Domestic Rail Connections

DSB (Danish State Railways) and a few private railway companies cover the country with a dense network of train services supplemented by buses on quieter stretches. Hourly services on modern InterCity and "Lyntog" (high-speed diesels) connect Copenhagen and Sealand with the main towns of Jutland and Fyn (Funen). Train passengers cross the Great Belt with their train on large modern ferries where they can enjoy refreshments in the ferry's restaurant or cafeteria. Seat reservations are required on the major part of the "Lyntog" and InterCity routes, in couchette/sleeping cars, on night connections and on other trains crossing the Great Belt.

Bookings can be made through:

Danish State Railways (DSB)
Pladsbestilling indland
Københavns Hovedbanegârd
Bernstorffsgrade 18
DK-1577 Copenhagen V
Tel.: 33 14 88 00

Europe-Denmark Rail Connections

A number of international trains with sleeping, couchette, and dining cars connect Britain and the European continent with Copenhagen.

Denmark - (D), Belgium - (B), Germany - (G), Great Britain - (GB)
The Netherlands - (NL), France - (F)

Route	Duration
Amsterdam (NL) - Copenhagen (D)	11 hrs.
Brussels (B) - Copenhagen (D)	13 1/2 hrs.
Hamburg (G) - Copenhagen (D)	5 hrs.
London (GB) - Copenhagen (D)	18-26 hrs.
Paris (F) - Copenhagen (D)	16 hrs.

Scandinavia-Denmark Rail Connections
Denmark - (D), Norway - (N), Sweden - (S)

Route	Duration
Bergen (N) - Copenhagen (D)	(Bergen-Oslo 6 1/2-8 hrs.)
Gothenburg (S) - Copenhagen (D)	5-6 hrs.
Norrköping (S) - Copenhagen (D) (Via Linköping)	7 hrs.
Oslo (N) - Copenhagen (D)	9 1/2 hrs.
Stockholm (S) - Copenhagen (D)	8-9 hrs.
Stavanger (N) - Copenhagen (D)	Stavanger - Oslo 7-9 hrs.
Trondheim (N) - Copenhagen (D)	Trondheim - Oslo 7-9 hrs.

Rail Discount Programs

Danish State Railways discounts fares for groups of ten or more adults travelling together and offers discount tickets to senior citizens over 65. Senior citizens are offered further discount on 2nd class tickets on Mondays-Thursdays and Saturdays ("inexpensive days"). 10-Ride Passes are available for specific distances in 1st and 2nd class at about 20% discount. Children under 4 travel free of charge unless a separate seat is required; children between ages 4 and 11 at about half adult fare. For information and bookings, contact:

Danish State Railways (DSB)
Pladsbestilling indland
Københavns Hovedbanegârd
Bernstorffsgrade 18
DK-1577 Copenhagen V
Tel.: 33 14 88 00

Eurail Drive Pass

Combine first class rail travel with car rental. 4 days by rail/3 days by car. Prices are per person, based on two people travelling together. Included: unlimited mileage, basic insurance, taxes and free drop-off in the country of rental. Also available are up to five additional rail days plus unlimited additional days with rental car, car upgrades and more. Price: 7 days from USD 339 (in 1996).

Eurail Pass

This ticket, available to North American travelers through European railway company representatives in North America, is issued only to non-European residents. It is good for unlimited first class travel in 17 European countries, including Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Children under 4 travel free. Children 4-11 receive a 50% discount.

Eurail Saverpass

Rates are per adult when two to five people travel together in first class. Children under 4 travel free. Children 4-11 receive a 50% discount.

Eurail Tariff/Ticket

Regular point-to-point tickets are fine when all you want is one or two short rail trips. As a general rule of thumb, if your plans call for at least 700 miles of travel within a two-week period, then a pass is your best buy: otherwise, consider regular tickets. If purchased in North America they include most fast train surcharges levied in Europe. However, neither rail passes nor regular tickets cover supplements for City Express of X2000 high speed trains in Sweden. Group reductions: 10 to 24 paying adults: 20% reduction. 25 and more paying adults: 40% reduction.

Eurail Youth Flexipass

A Youth Flexipass for second class travel, available to travelers who are under 26 years of age on their first day of travel.

Eurail Youth Pass

Available to travelers who are under 26 years of age on their first day of travel. Good for second class travel.

Scanrail Pass

This pass can be purchased only in North America and should not be confused with the Scanrail Pass offered in Scandinavia. Children under 4 years travel free. Children 4-11 receive a 50% discount.

Scanrail Pass

The Scanrail Pass is good for unlimited train travel in Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. The pass also provides discounts on certain ferry crossings and private rail roads. The pass is sold at train stations in Scandinavia and is not to be confused with the Scanrail Pass sold in North America. The Scanrail Pass does not cover the surcharge on high-speed Swedish X-2000 trains. Youth ticket, for ages 12-25 years, is 25% less. Children between 4-11 receive a 50% discount.

For information and bookings, contact:

Danish State Railways (DSB)
Pladsbestilling indland
Københavns Hovedbanegârd
Bernstorffsgrade 18
DK-1577 Copenhagen V
Tel.: 33 14 88 00

Scanrail Pass 55+

For travelers 55 years of age or older. Proof of age may be required. This pass may be purchased only in North America.

Scanrail Youth Pass

Available only if the passenger is under 26 years of age on the first date of travel. Can be purchased only in North America.

Scanrail 'n Drive Pass

The Scanrail 'n Drive comes in three categories: A) Economy, B) Compact, and C) Intermediate. On the 8 days within 15 days pass, you travel 5 days by rail and 3 days by car. On the 12 days within 21 days pass, you travel 9 days by rail and 3 days by car. The pass can be purchased only in North America.