Car Rental at Copenhagen Central Train Station - Exploring the Danish Capital

Serving dozens of domestic routes every day throughout the year, Copenhagen Central Train Station (known locally as Københavns Hovedbanegård) provides the Danish capital with regular Intercity and Express trains to and from a comprehensive range of destinations across the country, as well as services to a number of international cities. Intercity trains run half-hourly from Copenhagen during daytime and serve as a link between the major cities and towns in Denmark, including Odense, Aarhus, Aalborg, Esbjerg, Thisted and Sønderborg, while direct international trains connect with Malmö and Stockholm in Sweden and Hamburg in Germany several times a day.

Idyllically located on the pristine east coast of Zealand, Copenhagen's self-proclaimed 'capital of cool' label seems appropriate for a city blessed with so much cultural appeal. Visitors can immerse themselves in a refined dining experience before discovering some of Europe's best museums, such as the amazing National Museum of Denmark where the country's unique history is portrayed in grand style. Not far from there lies the famed Tivoli Gardens, a dream come true for kids and the place that inspired Walt Disney to dedicate himself to creating the world's greatest theme park (both attractions are in very close proximity to Copenhagen Central Train Station).

Visitors opting for an affordable car rental in Copenhagen have the opportunity to enjoy all the fun and sightseeing possiblities of this wonderful place before exploring the city's outlying areas in total comfort and at their own pace. There's much to see and do in the capital's environs and a wealth of road-trip itineraries with the chance to stop for lunch beside the sea or in the heart of Denmark's enchanting interior. The whole area abounds in royal history and it's an absolute delight to be able to soak up the scenery in variety of stunning settings, such as Kronborg Castle (the make-believe home of Shakespeare's Hamlet) and Frederiksborg Castle which comprises a magnificent garden and the Museum of National History.

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Station Information

Officially inaugurated on the 30th of November 1911 by Crown Prince Christian, Copenhagen's central train station is based on a practical design with the main hall at street level and directly above the tracks with stairs, escalators and a lift down to each pair of platforms. Currently with seven platforms and thirteen tracks, it was completely overhauled, extended and improved in 1980 and today ranks as one of the busiest and most modern railway hubs in the whole of Scandinavia. Another major advantage os the fact that the station is located very close to the city's famous Tivoli Gardens (one of Europe's top theme parks) and several other key attractions in the heart of Copehagen.

Where to pick up a car rental at Copenhagen Central Train Station

People looking to rent a car at Copenhagen Central Train Station have plenty of choice. Due to its central location, many top-branded vehicle suppliers can be found in very close proximity to the main entrance, such as Sixt, Hertz and Avis, for instance. Before arriving to collect your car, it's important to make sure that you have all the required documents to hand in order to speed up the process, including your credit card (in the name of the main driver), passport, a valid driving licence, coverage details and your Auto Europe booking voucher.

	Avis at Copenhagen Central Train Station Kampmannsgade 1 Copenhagen, Denmark 1604 +45 7024 7707	Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-6pm (Sat & Sun 7.30am-3pm)
	Europcar at Copenhagen Central Train Station Gammel Kongevej 13 Copenhagen, Denmark 1610 +45 3355 99 00	Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 7.30am-5pm (Sat & Sun 8am-2pm)
	Sixt at Copenhagen Central Train Station Ved Vesterport 3 Copenhagen, Denmark 1612 +45 32 46 29 32	Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-6pm (Sat & Sun 8am-2pm)

Station facilities

Copenhagen Central Train Station is a major hub for visitors looking to pick up their vehicle and start discovering the city's attractions quickly and easily. There's a whole host of on-site services and amenities available to passengers, including left-luggage lockers in the main station hall, toilets with baby-changing facilities, showers (for an additional fee) and nu,erous fast-food outlets, also in the main hall comprising a 7-11 mini-market, Starbucks, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, a sushi outlet, bakery and several sit-down eateries. There's also a post office, large shopping centre close by and a lost-and-found office. The concourse sometimes operates as a marketplace with sellers of fresh fruit, vegetables and other essential commodities. Prior to their journey, travellers can make purchases at newsstands, pick up money at ATMs, change money at currency exchange offices and enjoy a refreshing drink in the bars and pubs located at the station. There is also a travel centre where you'll be able to get up-to-date with all the latest tourist information, a police station (in case of theft, etc.) and ticket booths offering a more personalised service for those who don't want to use the machines. The station is also equipped with an upmarket first-class lounge where you'll be able to relax with complimentary tea, coffee, water, chocolate and free Wi-fi.

How to get to and from Copenhagen Central Train Station

Located right next door to the city's world-famous Tivoli Gardens and just a five-minute stroll from the city's main centre shopping area, Copenhagen Central Train Station is very conveniently situated in the heart of the Danish capital. It is reachable by Metro (via lines M3 and M4) which means that passengers using the station to collect their car rental will find it very simple to collect their vehicle and get around as soon as they arrive. The main taxi rank is at the side of the station hall, to the side of platform 1. Trains also leave every few minutes for Copenhagen Airport throughout the day and long into the night with a journey time of only 15 minutes.

Parking tips

Copenhagen is relatively small for its size and the roads can get quite busy at certain times of the day, namely the morning and evening rush-hours. Similarly, it is a thriving tourism destination so it is very well prepared for tourists looking to park their car rental at Copenhagen Central Train Station either on the street or in underground/multi-storey car parks in and around the city centre. Although it’s quite easy to get around Copenhagen by car, there’s always a great demand for parking spaces, especially in the busy downtown area. Located in close proximity to the station, try the excellent Q-Park Vesterport car park which is on two levels and a very convenient place to park if you intened to visit Tivoli Gardens and other top-rated attractions. The centre of Copenhagen is divided into parking zones where some time restrictions might apply, and generally speaking the further you park away you park the less you will pay. Parking is completely free of charge on weekends (from 5pm Saturdays until 8am Mondays as well as public holidays). Outside the designated pay zones, there's no parking tariff but please be aware that there may still be time restrictions, so it's always best to check the street signs before leaving your vehicle in order to avoid paying a hefty fine.

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Copenhagen Central Train Station