How to travel from Esbjerg to Odense, Denmark

The distance between Esbjerg and Odense is around 135km (84 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 1h 20m.

3 routes found

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

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Train

Take the train to Odense St..

  • Duration1h 20m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    DKK 165($22)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Odense Ørbækvej.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    DKK 95($13)
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Drive

Drive to Odense.

  • Duration1h 20m
  • Distance135km (84 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Esbjerg and Odense

There are several options for getting from Esbjerg to Odense by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around DKK 95 ($13) and will take around 2hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 1h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately DKK 165 ($22).

The distance between Esbjerg and Odense is around 135km (84 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 122km (76 miles)

It takes around 1h 20m to get from Esbjerg and Odense by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Esbjerg to Odense is to take the train which takes around 1h 20m and will set you back approx DKK 165 ($22).

The cheapest way to travel between Esbjerg and Odense, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around DKK 95 ($13) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Esbjerg and Odense. It typically takes around 1h 20m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Esbjerg and Odense with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 1h 20m.

Danish Railways run train services between Esbjerg and Odense. Trains depart hourly and will take around 1h 20m, 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 Odense. It typically takes around 2hrs and departs 5 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Esbjerg and Odense with no changeovers required. The bus runs 5 times a week and takes 2hrs.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Esbjerg and Odense. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 2hrs 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 Odense. We recommend that you take the train to Odense St.. instead which will take 1h 20m.

The closest major airport to Odense is Sonderborg Airport (SGD) (SGD) which is approximately 61km (38 miles) from Odense. 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 Odense. The distance is around 135km (84 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Esbjerg to Odense is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 20m and will usually cost around DKK 165 ($22).

How do I get from Esbjerg to Odense

Compare travel optionsbetween Esbjerg and Odense

Transport options from Esbjerg to Odense
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 20m
DKK 165($22)
hourly141km (88 miles)
Bus
2hrs
DKK 95($13)
5 times a week148km (92 miles)
Drive
1h 20m
DKK 150($20)
on demand135km (84 miles)

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Airports near Odense

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

SGD
Sonderborg Airport (SGD)
Domestic Airport
Distance
61km (38 miles) from Odense
BLL
Billund Airport (BLL)
International Airport
Distance
87km (54 miles) from Odense
CPH
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
International Airport
Distance
145km (90 miles) from Odense