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The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Aarhus
Showing times and prices for Nov 07
Cheapest price
$127
Average price
$132
Fastest journey
9 h 38 m
Average duration
9 h 58 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
593 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Aarhus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Aarhus will cost around $132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $127.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Aarhus without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 616 · EC 394 · ICL 5908:34AM10h08
Düsseldorf Hbf06:42PMAarhus Hovedbanegård
$1271One-way
2 transfers
IC 2310 · EC 392 · IC 46509:28AM10h44
Düsseldorf Hbf08:12PMAarhus Hovedbanegård
$1271One-way
2 transfers
ICE 616 · EC 394 · R 3955 · IC 5015708:34AM9h38
Düsseldorf Hbf06:12PMAarhus Hovedbanegård
$1271One-way
3 transfers
IC 2310 · RE 11168 · IC 5760 · IC 46109:28AM9h44
Düsseldorf Hbf07:12PMAarhus Hovedbanegård
$1391One-way
3 transfers
ICE 1022 · ICE 614 · EC 392 · IC 46510:34AM9h38
Düsseldorf Hbf08:12PMAarhus Hovedbanegård
$1411One-way
3 transfers
ICE 616 · EC 394 · R 3955 · IC 5015708:34AM9h38
Düsseldorf Hbf06:12PMAarhus Hovedbanegård
$1271One-way
3 transfers
ICE 1022 · ICE 614 · EC 392 · IC 46510:34AM9h38
Düsseldorf Hbf08:12PMAarhus Hovedbanegård
$1411One-way
3 transfers
IC 2310 · RE 11168 · IC 5760 · IC 46109:28AM9h44
Düsseldorf Hbf07:12PMAarhus Hovedbanegård
$1391One-way
3 transfers
ICE 616 · EC 394 · ICL 5908:34AM10h08
Düsseldorf Hbf06:42PMAarhus Hovedbanegård
$1271One-way
2 transfers
IC 2310 · EC 392 · IC 46509:28AM10h44
Düsseldorf Hbf08:12PMAarhus Hovedbanegård
$1271One-way
2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Aarhus
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Aarhus among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €164.
Distance: 368 miles (593 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€105 Average price | €67 Average price Cheapest | €306 Average price |
8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 24m Average total duration 10h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Aarhus train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Aarhus trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:25 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:41 AM Düsseldorf | 9h01 | 1:42 PM Aarhus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:28 AM Düsseldorf | 9h44 | 5:12 PM Aarhus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:34 AM Düsseldorf | 9h08 | 4:42 PM Aarhus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:12 AM Düsseldorf | 9h00 | 5:12 PM Aarhus | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Aarhus
Germany
Denmark
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 $38 (€31)
Distance 368 miles (593 km) |
Average train duration 8h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 8h 27m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:35 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Düsseldorf to Aarhus start from as low as $54 (€44) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $129 (€105) depending on the train type and class.
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 $38 (€31)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Düsseldorf to Aarhus trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Aarhus from $38 (€31). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 27m
Cheapest Price
$46 (€38)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Aarhus
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Aarhus 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 Aarhus, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Three days are ideal to explore Aarhus, allowing time to visit the ARoS Art Museum, Den Gamle By, and the Moesgaard Museum, along with enjoying the local cafes and vibrant city life.
The distance by train from Düsseldorf to Aarhus is 368 miles (593 km).
In Aarhus, you can stroll through the Aarhus Botanical Garden, explore the Latin Quarter with its charming streets and cafes, and savor international cuisines at the Aarhus Street Food market. Enjoy a bike ride along the Aarhus River or catch a performance at the Musikhuset Aarhus. Visit the ARoS Aarhus Art Museum for contemporary art and panoramic views, explore Danish history at Den Gamle By and Moesgaard Museum, admire the Gothic architecture of Aarhus Cathedral, or wander the gardens of Marselisborg Palace when the royals are not in residence.
The first train from Düsseldorf to Aarhus leaves at 12:15 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Düsseldorf to Aarhus.
A day trip from Düsseldorf to Aarhus is not feasible as the journey takes 8h 27m. The distance is 368 miles (593 km), and there are 8 train trips available per day.
The last train from Düsseldorf to Aarhus leaves at 11:35 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Düsseldorf to Aarhus.
The train journey from Düsseldorf to Aarhus offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, including views of the Rhine River region and the lush countryside of northern Germany and Denmark, making it a relatively scenic route.
Train ticket prices from Düsseldorf to Aarhus can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $54 (€44), while the average price is around $129 (€105).
The cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf to Aarhus is by bus, with a cost of around $38 (€31).
The train from Düsseldorf to Aarhus takes 8h 27m and runs 8 per day.
The train station in Düsseldorf that goes to Aarhus is Düsseldorf Hbf, which connects to Aarhus Hovedbanegård.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Düsseldorf to Aarhus.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Aarhus
Düsseldorf
Aarhus
The major train station for departures in Düsseldorf is Düsseldorf Flughafen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Düsseldorf Flughafen for your trip from Düsseldorf to Aarhus.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
Hotel
- Novotel
- Ibis
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
Hotel
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- L'Osteria
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Luxor Grill
- McDonald's
Hotel
- Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Maritim
The major train station for arrivals in Aarhus is Aarhus Hovedbanegård. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Aarhus Hovedbanegård for your journey to Aarhus from Düsseldorf.
Aarhus Hovedbanegård
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 4:00 AM - 2:00 AM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
5Wifi
- Free
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
- McDonald's
- Sunset Boulevard
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps.
WC
- DKK 5
Hotel
- Hotel Ritz Aarhus City
- Scandic Aarhus City
- Comwell Aarhus
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
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
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