How to travel from Copenhagen to Aarhus, Denmark

The distance between Copenhagen and Aarhus is around 302km (188 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 45m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Copenhagen to Aarhus 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 Aarhus H.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    DKK 295($40)
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Bus

Take the bus to Aarhus C FlixBus stop.

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    DKK 140($19)
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Drive

Drive to Århus.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Distance302km (188 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Copenhagen and Aarhus

There are several options for getting from Copenhagen to Aarhus by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around DKK 140 ($19) and will take around 3h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately DKK 295 ($40).

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

It takes around 2h 45m to get from Copenhagen and Aarhus by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Copenhagen to Aarhus is to take the train which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx DKK 295 ($40).

The cheapest way to travel between Copenhagen and Aarhus, 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 Copenhagen and Aarhus. It typically takes around 2h 45m and departs every 30 mins.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Copenhagen and Aarhus with no changeovers required. The train runs every 30 mins and takes 2h 45m.

Danish Railways run train services between Copenhagen and Aarhus. Trains depart every 30 mins and will take around 2h 45m, 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 Copenhagen and Aarhus. It typically takes around 3h 35m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Copenhagen and Aarhus with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 3h 35m.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Copenhagen and Aarhus. Buses run hourly and take around 3h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Copenhagen to Aarhus. We recommend that you take the train to Aarhus H. instead which will take 2h 45m.

The closest major airport to Aarhus is Aarhus Airport (AAR) (AAR) which is approximately 31km (19 miles) from Aarhus. Midtjyllands Airport (KRP) (KRP) and Billund Airport (BLL) (BLL) 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 Copenhagen and Aarhus. The distance is around 302km (188 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Copenhagen to Aarhus is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 45m and will usually cost around DKK 295 ($40).

How do I get from Copenhagen to Aarhus

Compare travel optionsbetween Copenhagen and Aarhus

Transport options from Copenhagen to Aarhus
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 45m
DKK 295($40)
every 30 mins324km (202 miles)
Bus
3h 35m
DKK 140($19)
hourly309km (192 miles)
Drive
2h 55m
DKK 325($44)
on demand302km (188 miles)

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Airports near Aarhus

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

AAR
Aarhus Airport (AAR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
31km (19 miles) from Aarhus
KRP
Midtjyllands Airport (KRP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
70km (43 miles) from Aarhus
BLL
Billund Airport (BLL)
International Airport
Distance
80km (50 miles) from Aarhus