How to travel from Hjørring to Esbjerg, Denmark

The distance between Hjørring and Esbjerg is around 327km (203 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Hjørring 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 EsbjergHjørring 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..

  • Duration4h 35m
  • Departshourly
  • 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..

  • Duration4h 55m
  • 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 25m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    DKK 195($26)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Esbjerg.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Distance327km (203 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hjørring and Esbjerg

There are several options for getting from Hjørring to Esbjerg by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around DKK 195 ($26) and will take around 5h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately DKK 355 ($48).

The distance between Hjørring and Esbjerg is around 327km (203 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 241km (149 miles)

It takes around 4h 35m to get from Hjørring and Esbjerg by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Hjørring to Esbjerg is to drive which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx DKK 355 ($48).

The cheapest way to travel between Hjørring and Esbjerg, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around DKK 195 ($26) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Hjørring and Esbjerg. It typically takes around 4h 35m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Hjørring to Esbjerg. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Aalborg St. and Aarhus H. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 4h 35m.

North Jutland Transport Company and Danish Railways run train services between Hjørring and Esbjerg. Trains depart hourly and will take around 4h 35m, 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 Hjørring and Esbjerg. It typically takes around 5h 25m and departs 5 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Hjørring to Esbjerg. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Aalborg Busterminal and Kolding bus station. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 5h 25m.

North Jutland Transport Company and FlixBus run regular bus services between Hjørring and Esbjerg. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 5h 25m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Hjørring 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 4h 55m.

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 Hjørring and Esbjerg. The distance is around 327km (203 miles) by road and it will take around 3hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hjørring to Esbjerg is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 35m and will usually cost around DKK 340 ($46).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Hjørring and Esbjerg

Transport options from Hjørring to Esbjerg
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
4h 35m
DKK 340($46)
hourly381km (237 miles)
Train and Plane
4h 55m
DKK 890($120)
hourly593km (369 miles)
Bus
5h 25m
DKK 195($26)
5 times a week357km (222 miles)
Drive
3hrs
DKK 355($48)
on demand327km (203 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