How to travel from Esbjerg to Aalborg, Denmark

The distance between Esbjerg and Aalborg is around 275km (171 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 35m.

3 routes found

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

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Train

Take the train to Fredericia St. and then to Aalborg St..

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    DKK 385($52)
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Bus

Take the bus to Kolding bus station and then to Aalborg.

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    DKK 185($25)
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Drive

Drive to Aalborg.

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Distance275km (171 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Esbjerg and Aalborg

There are several options for getting from Esbjerg to Aalborg by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around DKK 185 ($25) and will take around 3h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately DKK 295 ($40).

The distance between Esbjerg and Aalborg is around 275km (171 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 198km (123 miles)

It takes around 3h 45m to get from Esbjerg and Aalborg by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Esbjerg to Aalborg is to drive which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx DKK 295 ($40).

The cheapest way to travel between Esbjerg and Aalborg, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around DKK 185 ($25) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Esbjerg and Aalborg. It typically takes around 3h 45m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Esbjerg to Aalborg. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Fredericia St.. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3h 45m.

Danish Railways run train services between Esbjerg and Aalborg. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3h 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 Esbjerg and Aalborg. It typically takes around 3h 55m and departs 5 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Esbjerg to Aalborg. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Kolding bus station. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 3h 55m.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Esbjerg and Aalborg. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 3h 55m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Esbjerg to Aalborg. We recommend that you take the train to Fredericia St. and then to Aalborg St.. instead which will take 3h 45m.

The closest major airport to Aalborg is Aalborg Airport (AAL) (AAL) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Aalborg. 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 Esbjerg and Aalborg. The distance is around 275km (171 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Esbjerg to Aalborg is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 45m and will usually cost around DKK 385 ($52).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Esbjerg and Aalborg

Transport options from Esbjerg to Aalborg
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
3h 45m
DKK 385($52)
hourly334km (207 miles)
Bus
3h 55m
DKK 185($25)
5 times a week290km (180 miles)
Drive
2h 35m
DKK 295($40)
on demand275km (171 miles)

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Airports near Aalborg

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

AAL
Aalborg Airport (AAL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
5km (3 miles) from Aalborg
BLL
Billund Airport (BLL)
International Airport
Distance
152km (94 miles) from Aalborg
CPH
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
International Airport
Distance
230km (143 miles) from Aalborg