Cost to drive from Copenhagen to Hamburg
Driving from Copenhagen to Hamburg covers 470 km (292 miles) and takes about 5h 5min without stops. At Denmark's current fuel prices (week of 2026-07-20), the fuel for the trip costs about €80.90 in a typical petrol car — here's the full breakdown for petrol, diesel and electric.
| Location | Petrol/L | Diesel/L |
|---|---|---|
| Copenhagen | €2.46 | €2.18 |
| Hamburg | €2.19 | €2.16 |
Enter your fuel economy and see stops along the way.
How this cost is calculated
We take the real driving distance between Copenhagen and Hamburg (470 km) from OpenStreetMap routing, then multiply by a typical car's fuel use and Denmark's current average pump price. The petrol figure assumes 7 L/100km · 34 MPG; diesel and EV use 6 L/100km · 39 MPG and 18 kWh/100km. Your real cost depends on your car, traffic, driving style and the stations you pick — use the planner for your exact numbers, and check live prices on the Denmark fuel prices page.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to drive from Copenhagen to Hamburg?
The drive is 470 km (292 miles) and takes about 5h 5min without stops. Fuel costs roughly €80.90 in an average petrol car, €61.56 in a diesel, and €28.76 in an electric car, using Denmark's current fuel prices.
How far is it from Copenhagen to Hamburg in miles and km?
About 292 miles or 470 kilometres by road — roughly 5h 5min of driving.
Is it cheaper to fill up in Copenhagen or Hamburg?
Petrol is cheaper in Germany (€2.19/L) than in Denmark (€2.46/L), so wait to fill up when you arrive.
How do I get the exact cost for my car?
Open the FuelWide route planner, enter your car's fuel economy, and it prices the trip on live data — and shows fuel or charging stops along the way.
Driving distance via OSRM / OpenStreetMap. Fuel prices are Denmark's current official averages; efficiency and electricity rate are typical estimates. Your figure will vary — use the planner for an exact result.