How to travel from Ribe to Frederikshavn, Denmark

The distance between Ribe and Frederikshavn is around 325km (202 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 Ribe to Frederikshavn 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 FrederikshavnRibe if you're planning a return trip.

💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Vejle Trafikcenter then Aalborg and then to Havnepladsen.

  • Duration5h 10m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    DKK 200($27)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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3 x train
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Train

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

  • Duration5h 15m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    DKK 325($44)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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bus
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plane
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train
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Bus, Plane and Train

Take the bus to Billund Lufthavn / Billund Airport then fly from Billund (BLL) to Aalborg (AAL) then take the train to Frederikshavn St..

  • Duration5h 20m
  • Flight time2h 30m
  • Typical cost
    DKK 1,560($210)
Operated by

Multiple operators

🚀 Fastest
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car
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Drive

Drive to Frederikshavn.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Distance325km (202 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ribe and Frederikshavn

There are several options for getting from Ribe to Frederikshavn by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around DKK 200 ($27) and will take around 5h 10m. 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 350 ($47).

The distance between Ribe and Frederikshavn is around 325km (202 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 259km (161 miles)

It takes around 5h 15m to get from Ribe and Frederikshavn by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Ribe to Frederikshavn is to drive which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx DKK 350 ($47).

The cheapest way to travel between Ribe and Frederikshavn, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around DKK 200 ($27) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Ribe and Frederikshavn. It typically takes around 5h 15m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Ribe to Frederikshavn. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Bramming St., Aarhus H and Aalborg St.. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 5h 15m.

Danish Railways and North Jutland Transport Company run train services between Ribe and Frederikshavn. Trains depart hourly and will take around 5h 15m, 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 Ribe and Frederikshavn. It typically takes around 5h 10m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Ribe to Frederikshavn. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Vejen Rutebilstation, Vejle Trafikcenter and Aalborg. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 5h 10m.

Sydtrafik, FlixBus and North Jutland Transport Company run regular bus services between Ribe and Frederikshavn. Buses run twice daily and take around 5h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Ribe to Frederikshavn. We recommend that you take the bus to Billund Lufthavn / Billund Airport then fly from Billund (BLL) to Aalborg (AAL) then take the train to Frederikshavn St.. instead which will take 5h 20m.

The closest major airport to Frederikshavn is Aalborg Airport (AAL) (AAL) which is approximately 56km (35 miles) from Frederikshavn. 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 Ribe and Frederikshavn. The distance is around 325km (202 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 Ribe to Frederikshavn is to take the train which takes, on average, 5h 15m and will usually cost around DKK 325 ($44).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Ribe and Frederikshavn

Transport options from Ribe to Frederikshavn
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
5h 10m
DKK 200($27)
twice daily338km (210 miles)
Train
5h 15m
DKK 325($44)
hourly418km (260 miles)
Bus, Plane and Train
5h 20m
DKK 1,560($210)
hourly1,281km (796 miles)
Drive
3h 10m
DKK 350($47)
on demand325km (202 miles)

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Airports near Frederikshavn

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

AAL
Aalborg Airport (AAL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
56km (35 miles) from Frederikshavn
BLL
Billund Airport (BLL)
International Airport
Distance
207km (128 miles) from Frederikshavn
CPH
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
International Airport
Distance
240km (149 miles) from Frederikshavn