How to travel from Aalborg to Skagen, Denmark

The distance between Aalborg and Skagen is around 107km (67 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 15m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Aalborg to Skagen by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out SkagenAalborg if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Frederikshavn St. and then to Skagen St..

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    DKK 59($8)
Operated by

North Jutland Transport Company

💰 Cheapest
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Train

Take the train to Skagen St..

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departshourly
Operated by

North Jutland Transport Company

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Drive

Drive to Skagen.

  • Duration1h 15m
  • Distance107km (67 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Aalborg and Skagen

There are several options for getting from Aalborg to Skagen by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around and will take around 2hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately DKK 120 ($16).

The distance between Aalborg and Skagen is around 107km (67 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 85km (53 miles)

It takes around 2hrs to get from Aalborg and Skagen by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Aalborg to Skagen is to drive which takes around 1h 15m and will set you back approx DKK 120 ($16).

The cheapest way to travel between Aalborg and Skagen, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Aalborg and Skagen. It typically takes around 2hrs and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Aalborg and Skagen with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 2hrs.

North Jutland Transport Company run train services between Aalborg and Skagen. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Aalborg and Skagen. It typically takes around 1h 55m and departs twice a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Aalborg to Skagen. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Frederikshavn St.. These services run twice a week and will take a minimum of 1h 55m.

North Jutland Transport Company run regular bus services between Aalborg and Skagen. Buses run twice a week and take around 1h 55m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Aalborg to Skagen. We recommend that you take the train to Skagen St.. instead which will take 2hrs.

The closest major airport to Skagen is Aalborg Airport (AAL) (AAL) which is approximately 83km (52 miles) from Skagen. Billund Airport (BLL) (BLL) and Copenhagen Airport (CPH) (CPH) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Aalborg and Skagen. The distance is around 107km (67 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Aalborg to Skagen is to take the train which takes, on average, 2hrs and will usually cost around .

How do I get from Aalborg to Skagen

Compare travel optionsbetween Aalborg and Skagen

Transport options from Aalborg to Skagen
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
1h 55m
DKK 59($8)
twice a week110km (68 miles)
Train
2hrs
hourly123km (77 miles)
Drive
1h 15m
DKK 120($16)
on demand107km (67 miles)

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Airports near Skagen

The following major airports near Skagen offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Denmark and internationally.

AAL
Aalborg Airport (AAL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
83km (52 miles) from Skagen
BLL
Billund Airport (BLL)
International Airport
Distance
237km (147 miles) from Skagen
CPH
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
International Airport
Distance
265km (165 miles) from Skagen