Route · Denmark · ~1000 km
Road charges Warsaw → Copenhagen
Route Warsaw → Copenhagen (Denmark): road charges - vignettes and tolls - apply in Germany and Denmark. Calculate the full set for this route: what you pay in each country and what to add.
Trip summary
- Distance
- ~1000 km
- Countries with charges
- 2
- Road charges from
- ~€58
Updated: July 2026
What you need on this route
Driving to Denmark: the practical guide
Two ways to reach Denmark by car
- •Ferry variant: drive across toll-free Germany to Puttgarden and take the 45-minute Scandlines ferry to Rødby - the shortest driving distance,
- •land variant: continue through Jutland and cross the Great Belt bridge (toll around 250-275 DKK) - longer, but no ferry timetable to catch.
The good news about fees
Neither Germany nor Denmark uses vignettes for cars - on this route you only pay for the ferry or the bridge. And since Denmark is in the EU, your Polish mobile plan roams like at home; you do not need a travel eSIM for this trip.
How far and how long?
Warsaw to Copenhagen is roughly 1,000-1,100 km depending on the variant - a long single day (10-12 h with the ferry) or a comfortable trip with an overnight stop around Berlin or Rostock.
Frequently asked questions about this route
Do I need a vignette to drive to Denmark?
No. Denmark does not sell vignettes - motorways are paid by toll, charged for the sections you actually drive, at toll gates.
How much are the road charges on the Warsaw - Copenhagen route?
The full set of official charges on this route starts from about 250 zł (vignettes and tolls for the transit countries). We calculate the exact amount from your departure date and chosen route variant - you pay the official operator price plus a transparent Roadence service fee, with no hidden costs.
Is there a toll on the route to Denmark?
Yes. A toll is charged for the motorway sections you actually drive in: Denmark. There is no single flat amount, so we calculate it from the distance in each country and show an estimate before you buy. Roadence pays the actual toll on your behalf.
From when is the vignette valid after purchase?
Electronic vignettes bought through Roadence are valid from the start date you choose (usually straight away). We send confirmations with your registration number by email, normally within a few hours - in good time before your trip. Travelling today? Email kontakt@roadence.com and we will prioritise it.
Where to sleep on the way
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