Yes, Uber works in Copenhagen again. It returned in January 2025 through a partnership with a licensed Danish operator, and in 2025 Uber bought Dantaxi, one of Denmark’s largest taxi companies. But every Uber ride in Denmark is driven by a licensed taxi driver in a registered taxi, so there is no cheap UberX-style option. Expect taxi-level prices, the same as Bolt, Viggo and TAXA 4×35.
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If you last visited Copenhagen before 2025, you probably remember that Uber didn’t exist here. The company pulled out of Denmark in 2017 after a new taxi law required every commercial driver to be licensed. It came back by playing by the Danish rules instead of changing them. For visitors that is mostly good news: your usual app works. Just don’t expect it to be the budget option.
A short history: why Uber left Denmark and came back
- 2014–2017: Uber operated UberPOP in Copenhagen with private drivers. Danish courts found the service violated taxi rules, and drivers were fined.
- 2017: Uber withdrew from Denmark ahead of a stricter taxi law.
- 2018: The new Danish Taxi Act took effect: every car carrying paying passengers needs a licence, a taxi meter or approved app pricing, and a licensed driver. It covers taxis, limousines and similar services alike, as Færdselsstyrelsen explains.
- January 2025: Uber relaunched in Copenhagen in partnership with the licensed operator Drivr, as reported by The Copenhagen Post.
- May 2025: Uber acquired Dantaxi and expanded the app to Aarhus, Odense, Aalborg and dozens of other Danish municipalities, according to The Local Denmark.
How ride-hailing works in Copenhagen in 2026
| App / service | Who drives | Pricing | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uber | Licensed taxi drivers via Uber’s Danish partners | Taxi-level; upfront price shown in app | Visitors who already use Uber |
| Bolt | Licensed taxi drivers | Taxi-level; upfront price | Comparing prices at busy times |
| Viggo | Licensed drivers, all-electric fleet | Upfront price in app | Eco-conscious city rides |
| TAXA 4×35 / Dantaxi | Classic Copenhagen taxi companies | Metered or fixed in app | Phone bookings, estate cars, maxi taxis |
| Private chauffeur (e.g. Copenhagen Services) | Licensed professional chauffeurs | Fixed per car, agreed in advance | Airport meet & greet, business, groups, full days |
Because every provider must use licensed drivers and follow the same rules, prices converge. The cross-town rides visitors typically take cost about DKK 120–250, and the airport to the centre about DKK 250–350. The differences come down to availability, car type and whether the price is fixed up front. See taxi from Copenhagen Airport for a detailed fare table.
Uber from Copenhagen Airport
You can order an Uber at CPH, and the app will direct you to a designated pickup point outside the terminal. It works, with three catches. First, the driver waits outside, not in the arrivals hall, so you coordinate by message while collecting bags. Second, at peak arrival times availability can be thin and prices higher. Third, large vehicles for families or heavy luggage aren’t always available on demand. If you need someone waiting with your name when you walk out of customs, a meet and greet transfer is the better fit.
When a pre-booked chauffeur beats an app
- Arrivals: a named chauffeur tracks your flight and waits inside the terminal. No pickup-zone confusion.
- Early flights: a car booked for 05:00 will be there at 05:00. Apps can’t promise that.
- Groups and families: guaranteed 7-seat vehicles and free child seats.
- Business days: one car and driver for the whole day, waiting between meetings. See hourly chauffeur hire.
- Company expenses: VAT invoices and monthly billing through a corporate account.
- Special occasions: weddings, anniversary dinners and VIP guests, when the car itself matters.
Is Uber safe in Copenhagen?
Yes. Under the Danish Taxi Act, every Uber driver is a licensed professional with a background check, and every car is registered and insured for passenger transport. The same applies to our chauffeurs. The difference between an app and a chauffeur company is not safety but service: who waits for you, what car arrives, and whether the price is agreed before you go. Curious about the rules? We explain them in Denmark’s taxi and limousine rules.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there Uber in Copenhagen in 2026?
Yes. Uber returned to Copenhagen in January 2025 through a licensed Danish partner and acquired Dantaxi in 2025. All rides are driven by licensed taxi drivers.
Is Uber cheaper than a taxi in Copenhagen?
Generally no. Because Uber uses licensed taxi drivers in Denmark, prices are similar to regular taxis, and there is no low-cost UberX tier.
Does Bolt work in Copenhagen?
Yes. Bolt operates in Copenhagen with licensed drivers and taxi-level pricing, alongside Viggo, TAXA 4×35 and Dantaxi.
Can I get an Uber from Copenhagen Airport?
Yes. The app directs you to a pickup point outside the terminal. For someone waiting inside arrivals with a name board, book a meet and greet chauffeur transfer instead.
Why did Uber leave Denmark?
Uber withdrew in 2017 after Danish courts ruled its UberPOP service with private drivers illegal and a stricter taxi law was passed requiring all commercial drivers to be licensed.
Header photo: Kødbyen at night, Copenhagen. Photo: Terragio67 / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0, cropped
Photo: Rådhuspladsen, Copenhagen. Photo: Susanne Nilsson / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0
