How to travel from Hirtshals to Esbjerg, Denmark

The distance between Hirtshals and Esbjerg is around 341km (212 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 10m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Hirtshals to Esbjerg by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out EsbjergHirtshals if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Aalborg St. then Aarhus H and then to Esbjerg St..

  • Duration5hrs
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    DKK 340($46)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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plane
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Train and Plane

Take the train to Lindholm St. then fly from Aalborg (AAL) to Copenhagen (CPH) then take the train to Esbjerg St..

  • Duration5h 20m
  • Flight time50min
  • Typical cost
    DKK 890($120)
Operated by

Multiple operators

💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Aalborg Busterminal then Kolding bus station and then to Esbjerg FlixBus stop.

  • Duration5h 60m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    DKK 215($29)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Esbjerg.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Distance341km (212 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hirtshals and Esbjerg

There are several options for getting from Hirtshals to Esbjerg by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around DKK 215 ($29) and will take around 5h 60m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately DKK 370 ($50).

The distance between Hirtshals and Esbjerg is around 341km (212 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 254km (158 miles)

It takes around 5hrs to get from Hirtshals and Esbjerg by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Hirtshals to Esbjerg is to drive which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx DKK 370 ($50).

The cheapest way to travel between Hirtshals and Esbjerg, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around DKK 215 ($29) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Hirtshals and Esbjerg. It typically takes around 5hrs and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Hirtshals to Esbjerg. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Aalborg St. and Aarhus H. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 5hrs.

North Jutland Transport Company and Danish Railways run train services between Hirtshals and Esbjerg. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 5hrs, 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 Hirtshals and Esbjerg. It typically takes around 5h 60m and departs 5 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Hirtshals to Esbjerg. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Løkken Busterminal, Aalborg Busterminal and Kolding bus station. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 5h 60m.

North Jutland Transport Company and FlixBus run regular bus services between Hirtshals and Esbjerg. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 5h 60m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Hirtshals to Esbjerg. We recommend that you take the train to Lindholm St. then fly from Aalborg (AAL) to Copenhagen (CPH) then take the train to Esbjerg St.. instead which will take 5h 20m.

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 Hirtshals and Esbjerg. The distance is around 341km (212 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hirtshals to Esbjerg is to take the train which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around DKK 340 ($46).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Hirtshals and Esbjerg

Transport options from Hirtshals to Esbjerg
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
5hrs
DKK 340($46)
every 3 hours398km (247 miles)
Train and Plane
5h 20m
DKK 890($120)
every 3 hours610km (379 miles)
Bus
5h 60m
DKK 215($29)
5 times a week380km (236 miles)
Drive
3h 10m
DKK 370($50)
on demand341km (212 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