Odense train station is one of the largest railway stations in Denmark. The station is located on the Copenhagen–Fredericia route and serves all long-distance and international trains from Copenhagen. It is also a terminus also the terminus for local trains between Odense and Svendborg. Railway station in Odense is modern, clean and well-maintained.
The first station building was opened in 1865. It was designed by the Danish architect Niels Peder Christian Holsøe who designed many railway stations in Denmark. In the 1880s, the railway station had become too small for the rapidly growing traffic volume – in 1885 the extension was built. The first station building was severely damaged in fire in 1957 and demolished.
The second station building was inaugurated in 1914 and designed in neo-baroque style by Heinrich Wenck. It was located 200 meters east of the first building. The building still exists and houses railway offices.
The third and present station building is Odense was opened on 15 September 1995. It is known as the Odense Banegård Center. The currrent building has three wings.
The station is located in the city centre, within walking distance from the major tourist attractions.
There are bus and light rail stops in front of the station. Flixbus stop in Odense, located 6.5 km far away, is connected with train station by light rail.
On the opposite side of the railway station is situated Danish Railway Museum.
The station has 3 platforms and 6 tracks. Tracks are covered and the station is equipped with lifts and escalators.
There are many hotels and accomodation facilities close to the station.
Odense train station – facilities
– waiting room
– ticket offices
– ticket vending machines
– toilet
– electronic displays
– DSB 1′ Lounge
– luggage lockers
– bicycle parking
– parking (33 places)
– taxi rank
– supermarket and shops
– fast food (kebab and McDonald’s)
– pharmacy
It is forbidden to bring animals into the station, except for guide dogs and small animals placed in hand luggage
Address: Østre Stationsvej 27, 5000 Odense C
Odense train station – useful websites
DSB – journey planner and online shop
Train travel in Denmark – a comprehensive guide
Narrow-gauge railways in Denmark
Heritage railways in Denmark
Trains between Denmark and Germany – a comprehensive guide
Odense – tourist attractions
Odense is Denmark’s third-largest city and the main urban center on the island of Funen. Odense is one of the oldest cities in Denmark, with its history stretching back over a thousand years. The city’s historical significance is evident in its well-preserved medieval architecture and numerous historical landmarks. The city is famously known as the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen. The city center features charming cobblestone streets and half-timbered houses. Odense hosts the Hans Christian Andersen Festival is a week-long celebration of the author’s life and works, featuring theater performances, street art, and literary events.
In my opinion Odense is worth visit and a perfect destination for one-day train trip from Copenhagen.
Tourist attractions
– Hans Christian Andersen House
– Hans Christian Andersen Museum
– St Alban’s Church
– Saint Canute’s Cathedral
– Odense Palace
– Odense ZOO
– Odense City Museum
– Odense Bunker Museum
– Funen Village – open-air museum
– Fairy Tale Garden
– Munke Mose Park
– Danish Railway Museum
– Iron Age Village of Odin’s Odense
– Botanical Garden
– Museum of Everyday Life in the 20th Century
