£ Tolls & Prices
The standard toll booth price for a passenger car is 520 DKK per single trip (as of May 2026). With an online ticket purchased in advance, the price is 465 DKK. With the ØresundGO discount agreement (annual fee 370 DKK), the price drops to 182 DKK per trip — a saving of 60%.
The toll can be paid in Danish kroner (DKK), Swedish kronor (SEK), or euros (EUR). Credit and debit cards are widely accepted. The toll is officially priced in DKK, and exchange rates apply when paying in other currencies.
Yes. The ØresundGO agreement offers 60% off every crossing for an annual fee of 370 DKK. For daily commuters, the ØresundCOMMUTER program offers even greater savings for those crossing 8 or more times per month. Businesses can use ØresundBUSINESS for fleet management and consolidated billing.
Motorcycles pay a lower toll than cars. The standard toll booth price is 265 DKK. With an online ticket, it is 235 DKK. With ØresundGO, the price is 94 DKK per crossing.
🚗 Driving & Rules
The bridge crossing itself takes approximately 10–15 minutes at the 90 km/h speed limit. Including the toll plaza and any traffic, allow around 20–30 minutes for the full crossing. During peak hours, queues at the toll plaza can add additional time.
The speed limit on the bridge is 90 km/h. This applies to the bridge section. On the approach roads and in the tunnel, standard Danish and Swedish motorway rules apply. Speed limits are strictly enforced.
In rare cases of extreme wind conditions, the bridge may be closed to high-sided vehicles such as lorries and campervans. In very exceptional circumstances, the bridge may close to all traffic. Such closures are uncommon and are announced via the Øresundsbron website and app. The bridge is designed to withstand wind speeds of up to 61 m/s.
No. The Øresund Bridge does not have pedestrian or cycling lanes. The only ways to cross are by car, motorcycle, or train. Cyclists must take the train with their bicycle. There is no pedestrian access to the bridge.
🚆 Train Travel
The Øresund Line train journey from Copenhagen Central Station (København H) to Malmö Central Station (Malmö C) takes approximately 35 minutes. The train also stops at Copenhagen Airport (Kastrup), which is about 13 minutes from Copenhagen Central.
During the day, trains run approximately every 20 minutes in each direction. During late night hours, the frequency reduces to roughly once per hour. The service runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Yes. Bicycles are permitted on the Øresund Line trains. There is usually a small additional fee for transporting a bicycle. Space is limited, so it is advisable to check availability during peak hours. Folding bicycles that fit in a bag are generally treated as luggage and carried free of charge.
🛂 Border Crossing
Both Denmark and Sweden are members of the Schengen Area, so passport checks are not normally required. However, both countries have introduced temporary border controls at various times. It is always advisable to carry valid ID or a passport. Non-EU/EEA citizens should always carry their passport and any relevant visas.
You will need your driving licence, vehicle registration documents, and proof of insurance valid in both Denmark and Sweden. EU driving licences are valid in both countries. If driving a rental car, ensure the rental agreement permits cross-border travel.
🌉 Bridge Facts
The Øresund Bridge officially opened on 1 July 2000. It was inaugurated jointly by Queen Margrethe II of Denmark and King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden, who met in the middle of the bridge in a historic ceremony. Construction had begun in 1995 and was completed in 1999.
The bridge section itself is 7,845 metres (7.845 km) long. The full Øresund Link — including the Drogden Tunnel (4.05 km) and the artificial island of Peberholm — is approximately 15.9 km in total. The bridge pylons rise 204 metres above the water.
The 4 km Drogden Tunnel was built instead of a continuation of the bridge for three reasons: to avoid interfering with flight paths at Copenhagen Airport (Kastrup), to maintain a clear shipping channel in all weather conditions, and to prevent ice floes from blocking the Drogden channel in winter.