How to travel from Hirtshals to Ringkøbing, Denmark

The distance between Hirtshals and Ringkøbing is around 246km (153 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 55m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Hirtshals to Ringkøbing by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train

Take the train to Aalborg St., Langå St. then Struer St. and then to Ringkøbing St..

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    DKK 120($16)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Aalborg Busterminal then Herning Station Bus and then to Ringkøbing Rtb..

  • Duration5h 15m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    DKK 45($6)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Ringkøbing.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Distance246km (153 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hirtshals and Ringkøbing

There are several options for getting from Hirtshals to Ringkøbing by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around DKK 45 ($6) and will take around 5h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately DKK 265 ($36).

The distance between Hirtshals and Ringkøbing is around 246km (153 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 197km (122 miles)

It takes around 5h 15m to get from Hirtshals and Ringkøbing by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Hirtshals to Ringkøbing is to drive which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx DKK 265 ($36).

The cheapest way to travel between Hirtshals and Ringkøbing, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around DKK 45 ($6) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Hirtshals and Ringkøbing. It typically takes around 4h 20m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Hirtshals to Ringkøbing. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Aalborg St., Langå St., Struer St. and Holstebro St.. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 4h 20m.

North Jutland Transport Company, Danish Railways, Arriva DK and Midttrafik run train services between Hirtshals and Ringkøbing. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 4h 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 Hirtshals and Ringkøbing. It typically takes around 5h 15m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Hirtshals to Ringkøbing. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Løkken Busterminal, Aalborg Busterminal and Herning Station Bus. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 5h 15m.

North Jutland Transport Company, Thinggaard Express and Midttrafik run regular bus services between Hirtshals and Ringkøbing. Buses run once daily and take around 5h 15m 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 Ringkøbing. We recommend that you take the bus to Aalborg Busterminal then Herning Station Bus and then to Ringkøbing Rtb.. instead which will take 5h 15m.

The closest major airport to Ringkøbing is Midtjyllands Airport (KRP) (KRP) which is approximately 58km (36 miles) from Ringkøbing. Esbjerg Airport (EBJ) (EBJ) 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 Hirtshals and Ringkøbing. The distance is around 246km (153 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 Hirtshals to Ringkøbing is to take the bus which takes, on average, 5h 15m and will usually cost around DKK 45 ($6).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Hirtshals and Ringkøbing

Transport options from Hirtshals to Ringkøbing
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
4h 20m
DKK 120($16)
every 3 hours321km (200 miles)
Bus
5h 15m
DKK 45($6)
once daily264km (164 miles)
Drive
2h 55m
DKK 265($36)
on demand246km (153 miles)

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Airports near Ringkøbing

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

KRP
Midtjyllands Airport (KRP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
58km (36 miles) from Ringkøbing
EBJ
Esbjerg Airport (EBJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
66km (41 miles) from Ringkøbing
BLL
Billund Airport (BLL)
International Airport
Distance
68km (42 miles) from Ringkøbing