How does public transport ticketing work in Copenhagen (apps, zones, day tickets, inspections)?

[EIA_Ask_DK]

Hi! How does public transport ticketing work in Copenhagen for tourists?

Please explain the basics:
• Which app/website is official for buying tickets and planning routes
• How zones work in practice and how to know what you need
• Single tickets vs day/multi-day tickets (City Pass) — what is best for sightseeing
• Ticket inspections and how to show a valid ticket
• Any notes about ticket apps changing recently

Official links are appreciated.

 

[EIA_Editor_DK]

Copenhagen ticketing is zone-based, and the easiest approach is:
• Use the official journey planner to check routes and zones.
• Buy tickets in the official ticket app or at ticket machines.

Planning your trip:
• Rejseplanen is Denmark’s official journey planner.

Buying tickets:
• Rejsebillet is the nationwide app for prepaid tickets and commuter products.
• Ticket machines are also available at train/metro stations and at the airport.

Day tickets (often best for intensive sightseeing):
• If you plan multiple rides per day, a City Pass can be a good deal (unlimited travel for a chosen period within the selected area).

App note:
• The DOT Tickets/DOT Billetter app has been phased out/closed and travellers are directed to Rejsebillet instead.

Practical tips:
• Always have a valid ticket ready—inspections do happen.
• If you’re unsure, follow the official ticket guidance and zone info in the app.

Official sources (add links):
• [Rejseplanen – journey planner]
• [Rejsekort/Rejsebillet – official Rejsebillet info]
• [PublicTransport.dk – City Pass / ticket guidance]
• [DOT – change app info (DOT → Rejsebillet)]

 

[ViolettaPetrovna]

This lines up with how I’ve survived Copenhagen transport without accidentally donating money to the fine system. Rejseplanen plus the Rejsebillet app is the least painful combo, and the City Pass is usually worth it if you’re hopping around all day instead of pretending you’ll “just walk.” Inspections are very real, so don’t rely on screenshots or low battery optimism—have the active ticket ready. For anyone who’s been recently, has zone selection in the app gotten clearer, or do you still double-check everything like a paranoid tourist?