How to travel from Sønderborg to Esbjerg, Denmark

The distance between Sønderborg and Esbjerg is around 158km (98 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 30m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Sønderborg to Esbjerg 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 EsbjergSønderborg if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

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

  • Duration1h 50m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    DKK 230($31)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Kolding Busterminal and then to Esbjerg.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    DKK 140($19)
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Drive

Drive to Esbjerg.

  • Duration1h 30m
  • Distance162km (101 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Sønderborg and Esbjerg

There are several options for getting from Sønderborg to Esbjerg by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around DKK 140 ($19) and will take around 2h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately DKK 180 ($24).

The distance between Sønderborg and Esbjerg is around 158km (98 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 105km (65 miles)

It takes around 1h 50m to get from Sønderborg and Esbjerg by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Sønderborg to Esbjerg is to drive which takes around 1h 30m and will set you back approx DKK 180 ($24).

The cheapest way to travel between Sønderborg and Esbjerg, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around DKK 140 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Sønderborg and Esbjerg. It typically takes around 1h 50m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Sønderborg to Esbjerg. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Lunderskov St.. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 1h 50m.

Danish Railways run train services between Sønderborg and Esbjerg. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 1h 50m, 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 Sønderborg and Esbjerg. It typically takes around 2h 50m and departs 5 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Sønderborg to Esbjerg. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Kolding Busterminal. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 2h 50m.

Sydtrafik and FlixBus run regular bus services between Sønderborg and Esbjerg. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 2h 50m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Sønderborg to Esbjerg. We recommend that you take the train to Lunderskov St. and then to Esbjerg St.. instead which will take 1h 50m.

The closest major airport to Esbjerg is Esbjerg Airport (EBJ) (EBJ) which is approximately 9km (5 miles) from Esbjerg. Billund Airport (BLL) (BLL) and Midtjyllands Airport (KRP) (KRP) 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 Sønderborg and Esbjerg. The distance is around 162km (101 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Sønderborg to Esbjerg is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 50m and will usually cost around DKK 230 ($31).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Sønderborg and Esbjerg

Transport options from Sønderborg to Esbjerg
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 50m
DKK 230($31)
every 3 hours158km (98 miles)
Bus
2h 50m
DKK 140($19)
5 times a week173km (107 miles)
Drive
1h 30m
DKK 180($24)
on demand162km (101 miles)

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Airports near Esbjerg

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

EBJ
Esbjerg Airport (EBJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
9km (5 miles) from Esbjerg
BLL
Billund Airport (BLL)
International Airport
Distance
54km (33 miles) from Esbjerg
KRP
Midtjyllands Airport (KRP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
102km (63 miles) from Esbjerg