The cheapest and fastest trains from Aarhus to Kolding
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
1 h 14 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aarhus to Kolding is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aarhus to Kolding will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 26 trains that leave Aarhus for Kolding on Fri, Jun 19, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 14 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
50038 · 94312:14 PM1h38Aarhus Hovedbanegård1:52 PMKolding Station$301One-way1 transfer
50046 · 509512:14 PM1h38Aarhus Hovedbanegård3:52 PMKolding Station$301One-way1 transfer
4564:50 PM1h14Aarhus Hovedbanegård6:04 PMKolding Station$301One-way0 transfers
4605:50 PM1h14Aarhus Hovedbanegård7:04 PMKolding Station$301One-way0 transfers
50054 · 509594:20 PM1h32Aarhus Hovedbanegård5:52 PMKolding Station$301One-way1 transfer
4564:50 PM1h14Aarhus Hovedbanegård6:04 PMKolding Station$301One-way0 transfers
4605:50 PM1h14Aarhus Hovedbanegård7:04 PMKolding Station$301One-way0 transfers
4748:50 PM1h14Aarhus Hovedbanegård10:04 PMKolding Station$301One-way0 transfers
4687:50 PM1h14Aarhus Hovedbanegård9:04 PMKolding Station$301One-way0 transfers
4166:50 AM1h14Aarhus Hovedbanegård8:04 AMKolding Station$301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Aarhus to Kolding
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aarhus to Kolding among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Aarhus to Kolding:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aarhus to Kolding costing on average $31 (€25).
Other travel options to Kolding take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 22m.
Tickets start at around $31 (€25) compared to roughly $23 (€19) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-7.83 (€-6.41). The journey takes 1h 22m versus 1h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Aarhus to Kolding train times
The table below shows live departures for Aarhus to Kolding trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
70070 · 975 | 8:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h32 | 9:52 PM Kolding Station | 1 transfer | |
70474 | 8:50 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h39 | 10:29 PM Kolding Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
70074+ 2974 | 9:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h19 | 10:39 PM Kolding Station | 1 transfer | |
70176+ 983 | 9:50 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 2h17 | 12:07 AM Kolding Station | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
50014 · 50919 | 6:20 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h32 | 7:52 AM Kolding Station | 1 transfer | |
416 | 6:50 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h14 | 8:04 AM Kolding Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50018 · 5755 | 7:20 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h20 | 8:40 AM Kolding Station | 1 transfer | |
2920 | 7:38 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h26 | 9:04 AM Kolding Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50022 · 50927 | 8:14 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h38 | 9:52 AM Kolding Station | 1 transfer | |
50026 · 5757 | 9:14 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h26 | 10:40 AM Kolding Station | 1 transfer | |
50030 · 935 | 10:14 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h38 | 11:52 AM Kolding Station | 1 transfer | |
50034 · 5759 | 11:14 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h26 | 12:40 PM Kolding Station | 1 transfer | |
50038 · 943 | 12:14 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h38 | 1:52 PM Kolding Station | 1 transfer | |
50042 · 5761 | 1:14 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h26 | 2:40 PM Kolding Station | 1 transfer | |
50046 · 50951 | 2:14 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h38 | 3:52 PM Kolding Station | 1 transfer | |
50050 · 5763 | 3:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h20 | 4:40 PM Kolding Station | 1 transfer | |
2952 | 3:38 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h26 | 5:04 PM Kolding Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50054 · 50959 | 4:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h32 | 5:52 PM Kolding Station | 1 transfer | |
456 | 4:50 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h14 | 6:04 PM Kolding Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50058 · 5765 | 5:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h20 | 6:40 PM Kolding Station | 1 transfer | |
460 | 5:50 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h14 | 7:04 PM Kolding Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50062 · 967 | 6:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h32 | 7:52 PM Kolding Station | 1 transfer | |
464 | 6:50 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h14 | 8:04 PM Kolding Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50066 · 5767 | 7:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h20 | 8:40 PM Kolding Station | 1 transfer | |
468 | 7:50 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1h14 | 9:04 PM Kolding Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aarhus to Kolding
Trains from Aarhus to Kolding run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Regional, DSB, Intercity, Danish Railways (DSB) from Aarhus to Kolding trainsRegional, DSB, Intercity, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Aarhus and Kolding from $8 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Aarhus to Kolding
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aarhus to Kolding by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kolding, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Aarhus to Kolding
- 4:00 AM - 2:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Banegårdspladsen
- McDonald's
- Sunset Boulevard
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- DKK 5
- Hotel Ritz Aarhus City
- Scandic Aarhus City
- Comwell Aarhus
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Light Rail: Line L1, L2
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Banegårdspladsen
- Restaurant Valdemar
- Stay Café
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- DKK 5
- Scandic Kolding
- Hotel Koldingfjord
- Comwell Kolding
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to regional and intercity destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
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