Amsterdam, Netherlands to Copenhagen: Road Trip Guide & Distance

385.7 miles 620.7 km · straight line
573.4 miles actual route 922.8 km · driving distance
9h 48min estimated drive time
€117 - €144 estimated fuel cost
~1h 17min flight time
51° NE bearing direction

How far is Amsterdam, Netherlands from Copenhagen?

The distance from Amsterdam, Netherlands to Copenhagen is 385.7 miles (620.7 km) as the crow flies. Copenhagen is located NE of Amsterdam, Netherlands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 573.4 miles, taking about 9h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Amsterdam, Netherlands is in Netherlands, while Copenhagen is in Denmark.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Amsterdam, Netherlands and Copenhagen. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Amsterdam, Netherlands to Copenhagen

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 48min €117 - €144 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 46min $46–$86* Budget
Train ~9h 19min $69–$201* Comfort

Quick Facts

Amsterdam, Netherlands
52.37°N, 4.90°E
Europe/Amsterdam
-2m elevation
Copenhagen
55.68°N, 12.57°E
Europe/Copenhagen
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 129 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 32 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 64.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM