Copenhagen to Munich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

522.7 miles 841.2 km · straight line
773.4 miles actual route 1244.7 km · driving distance
12h 36min estimated drive time
DKK 1011 - DKK 1245 estimated fuel cost
~1h 33min flight time
185° S bearing direction

How far is Copenhagen from Munich?

The distance from Copenhagen to Munich is 522.7 miles (841.2 km) as the crow flies. Munich is located S of Copenhagen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 773.4 miles, taking about 12h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Copenhagen is in Denmark, while Munich is in Germany.

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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. 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 Munich. 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 Munich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 36min DKK 1011 - DKK 1245 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 7min $62–$116* Budget
Train ~16h 23min $93–$271* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Copenhagen & Munich

Quick Facts

Copenhagen
55.68°N, 12.57°E
Europe/Copenhagen
9m elevation
Munich
48.14°N, 11.58°E
Europe/Berlin
519m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 174 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM