How to travel from Copenhagen to Esbjerg, Denmark

The distance between Copenhagen and Esbjerg is around 294km (183 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 50m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Copenhagen to Esbjerg 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 EsbjergCopenhagen if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Esbjerg St..

  • Duration3h 5m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    DKK 260($35)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Esbjerg FlixBus stop.

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    DKK 140($19)
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Esbjerg.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Distance294km (183 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Copenhagen and Esbjerg

There are several options for getting from Copenhagen to Esbjerg by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around DKK 140 ($19) and will take around 3h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately DKK 320 ($43).

The distance between Copenhagen and Esbjerg is around 294km (183 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 260km (162 miles)

It takes around 3h 5m to get from Copenhagen and Esbjerg by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Copenhagen to Esbjerg is to drive which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx DKK 320 ($43).

The cheapest way to travel between Copenhagen and Esbjerg, 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 Esbjerg. It typically takes around 3h 5m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Copenhagen and Esbjerg with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 3h 5m.

Danish Railways run train services between Copenhagen and Esbjerg. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3h 5m, 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 Esbjerg. It typically takes around 3h 50m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Copenhagen and Esbjerg with no changeovers required. The bus runs once daily and takes 3h 50m.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Copenhagen and Esbjerg. Buses run once daily and take around 3h 50m 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 Esbjerg. We recommend that you take the train to Esbjerg St.. instead which will take 3h 5m.

The closest major airport to Esbjerg is Esbjerg Airport (EBJ) (EBJ) which is approximately 9km (5 miles) from Esbjerg. Billund Airport (BLL) (BLL) and Midtjyllands Airport (KRP) (KRP) 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 Esbjerg. The distance is around 294km (183 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Copenhagen to Esbjerg is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 5m and will usually cost around DKK 260 ($35).

How do I get from Copenhagen to Esbjerg

Compare travel optionsbetween Copenhagen and Esbjerg

Transport options from Copenhagen to Esbjerg
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
3h 5m
DKK 260($35)
hourly298km (185 miles)
Bus
3h 50m
DKK 140($19)
once daily309km (192 miles)
Drive
2h 50m
DKK 320($43)
on demand294km (183 miles)

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Airports near Esbjerg

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

EBJ
Esbjerg Airport (EBJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
9km (5 miles) from Esbjerg
BLL
Billund Airport (BLL)
International Airport
Distance
54km (33 miles) from Esbjerg
KRP
Midtjyllands Airport (KRP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
102km (63 miles) from Esbjerg