How to travel from Ribe to Grenå, Denmark

The distance between Ribe and Grenå is around 214km (133 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 25m.

3 routes found

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

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

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Bus

Take the bus to Esbjerg Bybusterminal, Billund Lufthavn / Billund Airport, Aarhus Rutebilstation then Rønde Busterminal and then to Grenaa Trafikterminal.

  • Duration5h 10m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    DKK 89($12)
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Train and Tram

Take the train to Aarhus H then take a tram to Grenaa.

  • Duration3h 40m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    DKK 180($24)
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Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Grenaa.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Distance214km (133 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ribe and Grenå

There are several options for getting from Ribe to Grenå by train, tram, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around DKK 89 ($12) and will take around 5h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately DKK 230 ($31).

The distance between Ribe and Grenå is around 214km (133 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 179km (111 miles)

It takes around 3h 40m to get from Ribe and Grenå by train and tram. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Ribe to Grenå is to drive which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx DKK 230 ($31).

The cheapest way to travel between Ribe and Grenå, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around DKK 89 ($12) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Ribe and Grenå. We recommend that you drive to Grenaa. instead which will take 2h 25m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Ribe and Grenå. It typically takes around 5h 10m and departs every 2 hours.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Ribe to Grenå. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Esbjerg Bybusterminal, Billund Lufthavn / Billund Airport, Aarhus Rutebilstation and Rønde Busterminal. These services run every 2 hours and will take a minimum of 5h 10m.

Sydtrafik and Midttrafik run regular bus services between Ribe and Grenå. Buses run every 2 hours 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 Grenå. We recommend that you take the train to Aarhus H then take a tram to Grenaa. instead which will take 3h 40m.

The closest major airport to Grenå is Aarhus Airport (AAR) (AAR) which is approximately 19km (12 miles) from Grenå. 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 Grenå. The distance is around 214km (133 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ribe to Grenå is to take the train and then take a tram which takes, on average, 3h 40m and will usually cost around DKK 180 ($24).

How do I get from Ribe to Grenå

Compare travel optionsbetween Ribe and Grenå

Transport options from Ribe to Grenå
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
5h 10m
DKK 89($12)
every 2 hours263km (164 miles)
Train and Tram
3h 40m
DKK 180($24)
hourly263km (163 miles)
Drive
2h 25m
DKK 230($31)
on demand214km (133 miles)

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Airports near Grenå

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

AAR
Aarhus Airport (AAR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
19km (12 miles) from Grenå
BLL
Billund Airport (BLL)
International Airport
Distance
130km (81 miles) from Grenå
CPH
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
International Airport
Distance
140km (87 miles) from Grenå