How to travel from Hamburg to Aarhus, Denmark

The distance between Hamburg and Aarhus is around 337km (209 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Hamburg to Aarhus 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 AarhusHamburg if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Aarhus H.

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    DKK 335($45)

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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Aarhus C FlixBus stop.

  • Duration5h 10m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    DKK 170($23)
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Århus.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Distance337km (209 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hamburg and Aarhus

There are several options for getting from Hamburg to Aarhus by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around DKK 170 ($23) and will take around 5h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately DKK 520 ($70).

The distance between Hamburg and Aarhus is around 337km (209 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 289km (180 miles)

It takes around 4h 20m to get from Hamburg and Aarhus by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Hamburg to Aarhus is to drive which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx DKK 520 ($70).

The cheapest way to travel between Hamburg and Aarhus, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around DKK 170 ($23) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Hamburg and Aarhus. It typically takes around 4h 20m and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Hamburg and Aarhus with no changeovers required. The train runs twice daily and takes 4h 20m.

Danish Railways and Swedish Railways run train services between Hamburg and Aarhus. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 4h 20m, 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 Hamburg and Aarhus. It typically takes around 5h 10m and departs 5 times a day.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Hamburg and Aarhus with no changeovers required. The bus runs 5 times a day and takes 5h 10m.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Hamburg and Aarhus. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 5h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Hamburg to Aarhus. We recommend that you take the train to Aarhus H. instead which will take 4h 20m.

The closest major airport to Aarhus is Aarhus Airport (AAR) (AAR) which is approximately 31km (19 miles) from Aarhus. Midtjyllands Airport (KRP) (KRP) and Billund Airport (BLL) (BLL) 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 Hamburg and Aarhus. The distance is around 337km (209 miles) by road and it will take around 3hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hamburg to Aarhus is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 20m and will usually cost around DKK 335 ($45).

How do I get from Hamburg to Aarhus

Compare travel optionsbetween Hamburg and Aarhus

Transport options from Hamburg to Aarhus
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
4h 20m
DKK 335($45)
4 times a day400km (249 miles)
Train via Odense6h 15m
DKK 470($63)
twice daily503km (313 miles)
Bus
5h 10m
DKK 170($23)
5 times a day377km (234 miles)
Drive
3hrs
DKK 520($70)
on demand337km (209 miles)

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Airports near Aarhus

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

AAR
Aarhus Airport (AAR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
31km (19 miles) from Aarhus
KRP
Midtjyllands Airport (KRP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
70km (43 miles) from Aarhus
BLL
Billund Airport (BLL)
International Airport
Distance
80km (50 miles) from Aarhus