How to travel from Aarhus to Copenhagen, Denmark

The distance between Aarhus and Copenhagen is around 302km (188 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 50m.

3 routes found

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

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Train

Take the train to København H.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    DKK 295($40)
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Bus

Take the bus to Copenhagen central train station.

  • Duration3h 40m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    DKK 140($19)
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Drive

Drive to Copenhagen.

  • Duration2h 60m
  • Distance302km (188 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Aarhus and Copenhagen

There are several options for getting from Aarhus to Copenhagen by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around DKK 140 ($19) and will take around 3h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately DKK 295 ($40).

The distance between Aarhus and Copenhagen is around 302km (188 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 156km (97 miles)

It takes around 2h 50m to get from Aarhus and Copenhagen by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 60m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Aarhus to Copenhagen is to take the train which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx DKK 295 ($40).

The cheapest way to travel between Aarhus and Copenhagen, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around DKK 140 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Aarhus and Copenhagen. It typically takes around 2h 50m and departs every 30 mins.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Aarhus and Copenhagen with no changeovers required. The train runs every 30 mins and takes 2h 50m.

Danish Railways run train services between Aarhus and Copenhagen. Trains depart every 30 mins and will take around 2h 50m, 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 Aarhus and Copenhagen. It typically takes around 3h 40m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Aarhus and Copenhagen with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 3h 40m.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Aarhus and Copenhagen. Buses run hourly and take around 3h 40m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Aarhus to Copenhagen. We recommend that you take the train to København H. instead which will take 2h 50m.

The closest major airport to Copenhagen is Copenhagen Airport (CPH) (CPH) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Copenhagen. Aarhus Airport (AAR) (AAR) and Bornholm Airport (RNN) (RNN) 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 Aarhus and Copenhagen. The distance is around 302km (188 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 60m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Aarhus to Copenhagen is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 50m and will usually cost around DKK 295 ($40).

How do I get from Aarhus to Copenhagen

Compare travel optionsbetween Aarhus and Copenhagen

Transport options from Aarhus to Copenhagen
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 50m
DKK 295($40)
every 30 mins324km (202 miles)
Bus
3h 40m
DKK 140($19)
hourly310km (193 miles)
Drive
2h 60m
DKK 325($44)
on demand302km (188 miles)

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Airports near Copenhagen

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

CPH
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
International Airport
Distance
8km (5 miles) from Copenhagen
AAR
Aarhus Airport (AAR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
139km (87 miles) from Copenhagen
RNN
Bornholm Airport (RNN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
155km (96 miles) from Copenhagen