How to travel from Svendborg to Roskilde, Denmark

The distance between Svendborg and Roskilde is around 136km (84 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 Svendborg to Roskilde by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

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

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    DKK 140($19)
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Nyborg Station then take the train to Roskilde St..

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    DKK 170($23)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Roskilde.

  • Duration1h 40m
  • Distance158km (98 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Svendborg and Roskilde

There are several options for getting from Svendborg to Roskilde by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around DKK 140 ($19) and will take around 2hrs. 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 170 ($23).

The distance between Svendborg and Roskilde is around 136km (84 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 113km (70 miles)

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

The quickest way to get from Svendborg to Roskilde is to drive which takes around 1h 40m and will set you back approx DKK 170 ($23).

The cheapest way to travel between Svendborg and Roskilde, if you exclude driving, is to take the train 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 Svendborg and Roskilde. It typically takes around 2hrs and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Svendborg to Roskilde. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Odense St.. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 2hrs.

Arriva DK and Danish Railways run train services between Svendborg and Roskilde. Trains depart every 4 hours 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 Svendborg and Roskilde. We recommend that you drive to Roskilde. instead which will take 1h 40m.

Flights and Airlines

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

The closest major airport to Roskilde is Copenhagen Airport (CPH) (CPH) which is approximately 36km (22 miles) from Roskilde. Aarhus Airport (AAR) (AAR) and Sonderborg Airport (SGD) (SGD) 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 Svendborg and Roskilde. The distance is around 158km (98 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 Svendborg to Roskilde is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 1h 55m and will usually cost around DKK 170 ($23).

How do I get from Svendborg to Roskilde

Compare travel optionsbetween Svendborg and Roskilde

Transport options from Svendborg to Roskilde
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2hrs
DKK 140($19)
every 4 hours176km (109 miles)
Bus and Train + 2 similar
1h 55m
DKK 170($23)
every 4 hours136km (84 miles)
Bus to Nyborg Station, train2h 10m
DKK 210($28)
hourly146km (90 miles)
Bus to Nyborg Station, train2h 30m
DKK 180($24)
hourly137km (85 miles)
Drive
1h 40m
DKK 170($23)
on demand158km (98 miles)

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Airports near Roskilde

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

CPH
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
International Airport
Distance
36km (22 miles) from Roskilde
AAR
Aarhus Airport (AAR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
117km (73 miles) from Roskilde
SGD
Sonderborg Airport (SGD)
Domestic Airport
Distance
163km (102 miles) from Roskilde