How to travel from Ribe to Sønderborg, Denmark

The distance between Ribe and Sønderborg is around 95km (59 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 10m.

3 routes found

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

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

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Train

Take the train to Lunderskov St. and then to Sønderborg St..

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    DKK 210($28)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Aabenraa Busstation and then to Sønderborg Busstation.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    DKK 89($12)
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Sydtrafik

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Drive

Drive to Sønderborg.

  • Duration1h 10m
  • Distance95km (59 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ribe and Sønderborg

There are several options for getting from Ribe to Sønderborg by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around DKK 89 ($12) and will take around 2h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately DKK 105 ($14).

The distance between Ribe and Sønderborg is around 95km (59 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 80km (50 miles)

It takes around 2h 10m to get from Ribe and Sønderborg by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Ribe to Sønderborg is to drive which takes around 1h 10m and will set you back approx DKK 105 ($14).

The cheapest way to travel between Ribe and Sønderborg, 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

Yes there is a train service that runs between Ribe and Sønderborg. It typically takes around 1h 55m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Ribe to Sønderborg. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Bramming St. and Lunderskov St.. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 1h 55m.

Danish Railways run train services between Ribe and Sønderborg. Trains depart hourly and will take around 1h 55m, 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 Sønderborg. It typically takes around 2h 10m and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Ribe to Sønderborg. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Aabenraa Busstation. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 10m.

Sydtrafik run regular bus services between Ribe and Sønderborg. Buses run hourly and take around 2h 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 Sønderborg. We recommend that you take the bus to Aabenraa Busstation and then to Sønderborg Busstation. instead which will take 2h 10m.

The closest major airport to Sønderborg is Sonderborg Airport (SGD) (SGD) which is approximately 6km (4 miles) from Sønderborg. 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 Sønderborg. The distance is around 95km (59 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ribe to Sønderborg is to take the bus which takes, on average, 2h 10m and will usually cost around DKK 89 ($12).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Ribe and Sønderborg

Transport options from Ribe to Sønderborg
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 55m
DKK 210($28)
hourly158km (98 miles)
Bus
2h 10m
DKK 89($12)
hourly106km (66 miles)
Drive
1h 10m
DKK 105($14)
on demand95km (59 miles)

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Airports near Sønderborg

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

SGD
Sonderborg Airport (SGD)
Domestic Airport
Distance
6km (4 miles) from Sønderborg
BLL
Billund Airport (BLL)
International Airport
Distance
102km (63 miles) from Sønderborg
EBJ
Esbjerg Airport (EBJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
104km (65 miles) from Sønderborg