How to travel from Roskilde to Svendborg, Denmark

The distance between Roskilde and Svendborg is around 132km (82 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 40m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Roskilde to Svendborg 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 SvendborgRoskilde if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Odense St. and then to Svendborg St..

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    DKK 195($26)
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Train and Bus

Take the train to Nyborg St. then take the bus to Vestergade.

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    DKK 225($30)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Svendborg.

  • Duration1h 40m
  • Distance132km (82 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Roskilde and Svendborg

There are several options for getting from Roskilde to Svendborg by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around DKK 180 ($24) and will take around 2h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately DKK 140 ($19).

The distance between Roskilde and Svendborg is around 132km (82 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 113km (70 miles)

It takes around 1h 55m to get from Roskilde and Svendborg by train and bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Roskilde to Svendborg is to drive which takes around 1h 40m and will set you back approx DKK 140 ($19).

The cheapest way to travel between Roskilde and Svendborg, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around DKK 180 ($24) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Roskilde and Svendborg. It typically takes around 2hrs and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Roskilde to Svendborg. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Ringsted St. and Odense St.. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2hrs.

Danish Railways and Arriva DK run train services between Roskilde and Svendborg. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Roskilde and Svendborg. We recommend that you drive to Svendborg. instead which will take 1h 40m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Roskilde to Svendborg. We recommend that you take the train to Nyborg St. then take the bus to Vestergade. instead which will take 1h 55m.

The closest major airport to Svendborg is Sonderborg Airport (SGD) (SGD) which is approximately 53km (33 miles) from Svendborg. 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 Roskilde and Svendborg. The distance is around 132km (82 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Roskilde to Svendborg is to take the train and then take the bus which takes, on average, 1h 55m and will usually cost around DKK 225 ($30).

How do I get from Roskilde to Svendborg

Compare travel optionsbetween Roskilde and Svendborg

Transport options from Roskilde to Svendborg
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2hrs
DKK 195($26)
hourly176km (109 miles)
Train and Bus + 2 similar
1h 55m
DKK 225($30)
hourly136km (85 miles)
Bus and Train2h 5m
DKK 210($28)
hourly145km (90 miles)
Bus to Ringsted St., train2h 25m
DKK 180($24)
hourly137km (85 miles)
Drive
1h 40m
DKK 140($19)
on demand132km (82 miles)

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Airports near Svendborg

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

SGD
Sonderborg Airport (SGD)
Domestic Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Svendborg
BLL
Billund Airport (BLL)
International Airport
Distance
119km (74 miles) from Svendborg
CPH
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
International Airport
Distance
144km (89 miles) from Svendborg