How to travel from Ribe to Holstebro, Denmark

The distance between Ribe and Holstebro is around 126km (78 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 50m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Ribe to Holstebro 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 HolstebroRibe if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Skjern St. and then to Holstebro St..

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
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Bus

Take the bus to Esbjerg Bybusterminal then Grindsted Rutebilstation and then to Herning Station Bus.

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    DKK 125($17)
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Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Holstebro.

  • Duration1h 50m
  • Distance126km (78 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ribe and Holstebro

There are several options for getting from Ribe to Holstebro by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around and will take around 2h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately DKK 140 ($19).

The distance between Ribe and Holstebro is around 126km (78 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 115km (71 miles)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Ribe and Holstebro by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Ribe to Holstebro is to drive which takes around 1h 50m and will set you back approx DKK 140 ($19).

The cheapest way to travel between Ribe and Holstebro, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Ribe and Holstebro. It typically takes around 2h 40m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Ribe to Holstebro. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Esbjerg St. and Skjern St.. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 40m.

Arriva DK and Midttrafik run train services between Ribe and Holstebro. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 2h 40m, 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 Holstebro. It typically takes around 3h 25m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Ribe to Holstebro. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Esbjerg Bybusterminal, Grindsted Rutebilstation and Herning Station Bus. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 3h 25m.

Sydtrafik and Midttrafik run regular bus services between Ribe and Holstebro. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 3h 25m 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 Holstebro. We recommend that you take the train to Skjern St. and then to Holstebro St.. instead which will take 2h 40m.

The closest major airport to Holstebro is Midtjyllands Airport (KRP) (KRP) which is approximately 32km (20 miles) from Holstebro. Billund Airport (BLL) (BLL) and Esbjerg Airport (EBJ) (EBJ) 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 Holstebro. The distance is around 126km (78 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ribe to Holstebro is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around .

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Compare travel optionsbetween Ribe and Holstebro

Transport options from Ribe to Holstebro
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 40m
every 3 hours163km (101 miles)
Bus
3h 25m
DKK 125($17)
5 times a week173km (108 miles)
Drive
1h 50m
DKK 140($19)
on demand126km (78 miles)

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Airports near Holstebro

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

KRP
Midtjyllands Airport (KRP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
32km (20 miles) from Holstebro
BLL
Billund Airport (BLL)
International Airport
Distance
76km (47 miles) from Holstebro
EBJ
Esbjerg Airport (EBJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
93km (58 miles) from Holstebro