Copenhagen to Frankfurt: Road Trip Guide & Distance

417.1 miles 671.2 km · straight line
588.8 miles actual route 947.6 km · driving distance
9h 43min estimated drive time
DKK 770 - DKK 948 estimated fuel cost
~1h 20min flight time
204° SSW bearing direction

How far is Copenhagen from Frankfurt?

The distance from Copenhagen to Frankfurt is 417.1 miles (671.2 km) as the crow flies. Frankfurt is located SSW of Copenhagen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 588.8 miles, taking about 9h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Copenhagen is in Denmark, while Frankfurt is in Germany.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Copenhagen and Frankfurt. 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 Copenhagen to Frankfurt

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 43min DKK 770 - DKK 948 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 40min $47–$88* Budget
Train ~9h 14min $71–$206* Comfort

Quick Facts

Copenhagen
55.68°N, 12.57°E
Europe/Copenhagen
9m elevation
Frankfurt
50.11°N, 8.68°E
Europe/Berlin
112m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 139 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 59.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM