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ARoS Aarhus Art Museum
A major contemporary art museum known for its large-scale exhibitions and the rooftop rainbow panorama walkway with city views.
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
2 h 46 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Aarhus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Aarhus will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 35 trains that leave Copenhagen for Aarhus on Sun, May 31, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 156 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 2 h 46 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.
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50165 · 465
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50169 · 469
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50075Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Aarhus among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $147.
Distance: 96 miles (156 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$80 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $327 Average price | $71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Aarhus:
A bus is $40 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Aarhus costing on average $80 (€64).
A bus is $288 (€232) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Aarhus costing on average $327 (€263).
Other travel options to Aarhus take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 15m.
Bus takes on average 3h 19m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (3h 15m by train vs 3h 28m by car). Tickets start at around $80 (€64) compared to roughly $71 (€57) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with DSB, Intercity, Danish Railways (DSB).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Aarhus trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
50145 · 445 | 11:45 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h23 | 3:08 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
50043 | 11:52 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2h51 | 2:43 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50149 · 449 | 12:45 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h23 | 4:08 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
50047 | 12:52 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 2h46 | 3:38 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50153 · 453 | 1:45 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h23 | 5:08 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
50051 | 1:52 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 2h46 | 4:38 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50157 | 2:45 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h23 | 6:08 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50055 | 2:52 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 2h46 | 5:38 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50161 · 461 | 3:45 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h23 | 7:08 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
50059 | 3:52 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 2h46 | 6:38 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50165 · 465 | 4:45 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h23 | 8:08 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
50063 | 4:52 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 2h46 | 7:38 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50169 · 469 | 5:45 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h23 | 9:08 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
50067 | 5:52 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 2h46 | 8:38 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50173 · 471 | 6:45 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h23 | 10:08 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
50071 | 6:52 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 2h46 | 9:38 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50177 · 477 | 7:45 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h35 | 11:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
50075 | 7:52 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 2h46 | 10:38 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50181 | 8:45 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h33 | 12:18 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50079 | 8:52 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 2h46 | 11:38 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50185 | 9:45 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h33 | 1:18 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
50103 | 12:45 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h23 | 4:08 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50109 | 2:45 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h23 | 6:08 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50121+ 52921 | 5:45 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h54 | 9:39 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
50125+ 52925 | 6:45 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h54 | 10:39 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
50023 | 6:52 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2h51 | 9:43 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50129+ 52929 | 7:45 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h54 | 11:39 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
50027 | 7:52 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2h51 | 10:43 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50133+ 52933 | 8:45 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h54 | 12:39 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
50031 | 8:52 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2h51 | 11:43 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50137+ 52937 | 9:45 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h54 | 1:39 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
50035 | 9:52 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2h51 | 12:43 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50141+ 52941 | 10:45 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 3h54 | 2:39 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
50039 | 10:52 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 2h51 | 1:43 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Copenhagen to Aarhus run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€60) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (156 km) distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 96 miles (156 km) |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€60) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Aarhus — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Aarhus trip today.
A major contemporary art museum known for its large-scale exhibitions and the rooftop rainbow panorama walkway with city views.
Award-winning archaeology and ethnography museum south of the city, famous for immersive displays and the Grauballe Man.
Open-air museum recreating Danish urban life across different eras with historic houses, shops, and costumed interpretation.
A charming central area of cobbled lanes, independent shops, and historic atmosphere, ideal for strolling and photography.
The new waterfront district with striking modern architecture, harbor promenades, and highly shareable urban views.
Large park and woodland area where visitors can walk among deer, popular for nature breaks close to the city.
Open-faced rye bread topped with classics like pickled herring, roast beef, egg, or potatoes. It is one of Denmark’s most iconic everyday lunch traditions.
A traditional Danish fish dish with bread topped with steamed and fried plaice, shrimp, asparagus, and dressing. Popular in coastal Denmark and common in Aarhus seafood spots.
Crispy fried pork belly served with boiled potatoes and parsley sauce. Often called Denmark’s national dish and a classic hearty meal.
Acclaimed Michelin-starred restaurant offering ambitious modern Danish cuisine with high-quality produce and elegant service.
Well-regarded Aarhus restaurant focused on seasonal Danish ingredients and refined local cooking in an intimate fine-dining setting.
Long-running bistro-style restaurant popular for French cooking, good wine, and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Prices are high by European standards, especially for dining and hotels, but transport and coffee remain manageable.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not expected, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated in restaurants. Round up taxis if desired.
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Aarhus Hovedbanegård, Aarhus -> Aarhus City Center, Aarhus
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