Aarhus to Kolding train with Regional

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Aarhus to Kolding

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast trains

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.

  • DSB50038 · 943
    12:14 PM1h38
    Aarhus Hovedbanegård
    1:52 PMKolding Station
    $301One-way
    1 transfer
  • DSB50046 · 50951
    2:14 PM1h38
    Aarhus Hovedbanegård
    3:52 PMKolding Station
    $301One-way
    1 transfer
  • DSB456
    4:50 PM1h14
    Aarhus Hovedbanegård
    6:04 PMKolding Station
    $301One-way
    0 transfers
  • DSB460
    5:50 PM1h14
    Aarhus Hovedbanegård
    7:04 PMKolding Station
    $301One-way
    0 transfers
  • DSB50054 · 50959
    4:20 PM1h32
    Aarhus Hovedbanegård
    5:52 PMKolding Station
    $301One-way
    1 transfer

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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Driving

$31

Average price

$11

Average price

Cheapest

$23

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 52m

Average total duration

1h 22m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 46m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 16m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 12m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Regional

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Aarhus to Kolding is a bus with an average price of $11 (€9).

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).

The fastest way to travel from Aarhus to Kolding is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 16m.

Other travel options to Kolding take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Aarhus and Kolding including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Aarhus to Kolding among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

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.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
DSB70070 · 9758:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h32
9:52 PM Kolding Station1 transfer
DSB704748:50 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h39
10:29 PM Kolding Station0 transfersDirect
DSB70074+Regional29749:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h19
10:39 PM Kolding Station1 transfer
DSB70176+Regional9839:50 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
2h17
12:07 AM Kolding Station1 transfer
Friday, June 19
DSB50014 · 509196:20 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h32
7:52 AM Kolding Station1 transfer
DSB4166:50 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h14
8:04 AM Kolding Station0 transfersDirect
DSB50018 · 57557:20 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h20
8:40 AM Kolding Station1 transfer
Regional29207:38 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h26
9:04 AM Kolding Station0 transfersDirect
DSB50022 · 509278:14 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h38
9:52 AM Kolding Station1 transfer
DSB50026 · 57579:14 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h26
10:40 AM Kolding Station1 transfer
DSB50030 · 93510:14 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h38
11:52 AM Kolding Station1 transfer
DSB50034 · 575911:14 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h26
12:40 PM Kolding Station1 transfer
DSB50038 · 94312:14 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h38
1:52 PM Kolding Station1 transfer
DSB50042 · 57611:14 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h26
2:40 PM Kolding Station1 transfer
DSB50046 · 509512:14 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h38
3:52 PM Kolding Station1 transfer
DSB50050 · 57633:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h20
4:40 PM Kolding Station1 transfer
Regional29523:38 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h26
5:04 PM Kolding Station0 transfersDirect
DSB50054 · 509594:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h32
5:52 PM Kolding Station1 transfer
DSB4564:50 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h14
6:04 PM Kolding Station0 transfersDirect
DSB50058 · 57655:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h20
6:40 PM Kolding Station1 transfer
DSB4605:50 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h14
7:04 PM Kolding Station0 transfersDirect
DSB50062 · 9676:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h32
7:52 PM Kolding Station1 transfer
DSB4646:50 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h14
8:04 PM Kolding Station0 transfersDirect
DSB50066 · 57677:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h20
8:40 PM Kolding Station1 transfer
DSB4687:50 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård
1h14
9:04 PM Kolding Station0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Aarhus to Kolding trains with Omio?

Regional as well as DSB, Intercity, Danish Railways (DSB) and more offer trains services from Aarhus to Kolding.
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Why book with Omio vs Regional?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Regional, but also compare tickets for the likes of DSB, Intercity or Danish Railways (DSB) to find the best option for your trip from Aarhus to Kolding.
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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Aarhus to Kolding.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Aarhus to Kolding

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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.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $8 (€6)
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
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $8 (€6)

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.

Intercity

About
Intercity is a broad classification for express train services that connect cities over longer distances than commuter or regional trains, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term "InterCity" originated with British Rail in 1966 for its electrified West Coast Main Line services.Today, "Intercity" or "IC" is a brand name used by various railway operators across Europe and other parts of the world, including PKP Intercity in Poland, Trenitalia in Italy, and services in countries like Sweden and Ukraine. These trains typically offer both Standard and First Class seating, with amenities such as power sockets and luggage space. While some Intercity services are modern and high-speed, others may use older rolling stock, with speeds generally up to 160 km/h (100 mph).
Luggage & cancellation policy
Intercity frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone

Regional

About
The term "Regional" can refer to different train companies and services depending on the country. In Germany, "Regionalbahn" (RB) is a type of local passenger train that typically stops at all stations on a given line, connecting cities to their surrounding areas. Many RB trains are operated by DB Regio, a division of Deutsche Bahn, but other companies also run these services.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 44m
Cheapest Price
$30 (€24)
Regional frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type and conditions
Refund
Full refund if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket

DSB

About
DSB is a train company based in Denmark. It offers a wide range of services, including InterCity, Regional, and InterCityLyn trains. InterCity trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 200 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more stops and are ideal for shorter trips. InterCityLyn trains are the most affordable option and are perfect for longer trips. DSB offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. The most popular routes for DSB are Copenhagen to Aarhus, Copenhagen to Odense, and Copenhagen to Aalborg. These routes offer travelers the chance to explore the beautiful Danish countryside and experience the unique culture of Denmark.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 28m
Cheapest Price
$30 (€24)
DSB frequency
8 a day

Danish Railways (DSB)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Price
$29 (€24)
Danish Railways (DSB) frequency
16 a day

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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Aarhus to Kolding can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $30 (€24), while the average price is around $31 (€25).
The train from Aarhus to Kolding takes 1h 28m and runs 7 per day.
The distance by train from Aarhus to Kolding is 54 miles (87 km).
The first train from Aarhus to Kolding leaves at 12:07 AM.
The last train from Aarhus to Kolding leaves at 11:34 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Aarhus to Kolding.
Yes, there is a direct train from Aarhus to Kolding. This service operates 3 times per day, provided by DSB, Intercity.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Aarhus to Kolding.
The train station in Aarhus that goes to Kolding is Aarhus Hovedbanegård, which connects to Kolding Station.
The cheapest way to get from Aarhus to Kolding is by bus, with a cost of around $8 (€6).
The train journey from Aarhus to Kolding offers scenic views of the Danish countryside, including rolling hills, lush fields, and charming villages, providing a pleasant and picturesque experience.
Yes, a day trip from Aarhus to Kolding is feasible as the journey takes 1h 28m each way, covers 54 miles (87 km), and there are 5 train trips available per day.
Two to three days in Kolding are sufficient to explore its historic sites, such as Koldinghus Castle, visit the art museums, and enjoy the local parks and gardens.
Yes, you can take the train from Aarhus to Kolding.
Since both Aarhus and Kolding are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Kolding include Esbjerg, Flensburg, Fredericia, Vejle, Odense.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Aarhus to Kolding among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Denmark uses the Danish krone (DKK) as its currency. Travelers generally find card payments more convenient and widely accepted across Denmark, especially in cities, though having some cash on hand is useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Kolding, travelers should be aware of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and public transport. Scams involving fake charity collectors or overpriced taxi rides can occasionally occur. It is advisable to use official transport services and keep personal belongings secure to ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Aarhus to Kolding

Aarhus
Kolding
The major train station for departures in Aarhus is Aarhus Hovedbanegård. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Aarhus Hovedbanegård for your trip from Aarhus to Kolding.
Aarhus HovedbanegårdWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 4:00 AM - 2:00 AM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
5
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • 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
Dining
Dining
  • McDonald's
  • Sunset Boulevard
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps
WC
WC
  • DKK 5
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Ritz Aarhus City
  • Scandic Aarhus City
  • Comwell Aarhus
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and international destinations
  • Hall 2: bus connections
Public transit options for Aarhus Hovedbanegård
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Light Rail: Line L1, L2
Aarhus, Banegårdspladsen (togbus)
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