How to travel from Odense to Esbjerg, Denmark

The distance between Odense and Esbjerg is around 137km (85 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 Odense to Esbjerg 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 EsbjergOdense if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Esbjerg St..

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

Take the bus to Esbjerg.

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

Drive to Esbjerg.

  • Duration1h 20m
  • Distance137km (85 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Odense and Esbjerg

There are several options for getting from Odense to Esbjerg 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 Odense and Esbjerg is around 137km (85 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 122km (76 miles)

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

The quickest way to get from Odense to Esbjerg 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 Odense and Esbjerg, 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 Odense and Esbjerg. It typically takes around 1h 20m and departs hourly.

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

Danish Railways run train services between Odense and Esbjerg. 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 Odense and Esbjerg. It typically takes around 2hrs and departs 5 times a week.

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

FlixBus run regular bus services between Odense and Esbjerg. 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 Odense to Esbjerg. We recommend that you take the train to Esbjerg St.. instead which will take 1h 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 Odense and Esbjerg. The distance is around 137km (85 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 Odense to Esbjerg is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 20m and will usually cost around DKK 165 ($22).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Odense and Esbjerg

Transport options from Odense to Esbjerg
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 demand137km (85 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