Brussels to Copenhagen: Road Trip Guide & Distance

475.3 miles 764.9 km · straight line
659.6 miles actual route 1061.5 km · driving distance
11h 0min estimated drive time
€114 - €140 estimated fuel cost
~1h 27min flight time
42° NE bearing direction

How far is Brussels from Copenhagen?

The distance from Brussels to Copenhagen is 475.3 miles (764.9 km) as the crow flies. Copenhagen is located NE of Brussels. By car, the driving distance is approximately 659.6 miles, taking about 11h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Brussels is in Belgium, while Copenhagen is in Denmark.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Brussels 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 Brussels to Copenhagen

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 0min €114 - €140 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 12min $53–$99* Budget
Train ~10h 27min $79–$231* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Brussels & Copenhagen

Quick Facts

Brussels
50.85°N, 4.35°E
Europe/Brussels
13m 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 158 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 52.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM