- Must visit
ARoS Aarhus Art Museum
One of Northern Europe’s largest art museums, known for major Danish and international exhibitions and the rooftop artwork Your Rainbow Panorama.
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
43
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Horsens to Aarhus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Horsens to Aarhus will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 43 trains that leave Horsens for Aarhus on Fri, Jun 19, 43 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 40 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 28 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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50051Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horsens to Aarhus among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a bus costs an average of $17.
Distance: 24 miles (40 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Horsens to Aarhus:
A train is $18 (€15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Horsens to Aarhus costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Aarhus take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 8m.
The journey is about 13m faster (33m by train vs 46m by car) and roughly $1 (€1) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($10 (€8) vs $11 (€9)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Intercity, Regional, DSB, Danish Railways (DSB).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Horsens to Aarhus trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
60181 | 12:03 AM Horsens station | 0h30 | 12:33 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
485 | 12:49 AM Horsens station | 0h31 | 1:20 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
70191 | 1:57 AM Horsens station | 0h30 | 2:27 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
70101 | 3:44 AM Horsens station | 0h28 | 4:12 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
70107 | 5:37 AM Horsens station | 0h28 | 6:05 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
2909 | 5:52 AM Horsens station | 0h31 | 6:23 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50011 | 6:10 AM Horsens station | 0h28 | 6:38 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
413 | 6:40 AM Horsens station | 0h28 | 7:08 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
2913 | 6:55 AM Horsens station | 0h31 | 7:26 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50015 | 7:07 AM Horsens station | 0h28 | 7:35 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
3915 | 7:19 AM Horsens station | 0h30 | 7:49 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50417 | 7:39 AM Horsens station | 0h28 | 8:07 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
52917 | 8:04 AM Horsens station | 0h35 | 8:39 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50019 | 8:10 AM Horsens station | 0h33 | 8:43 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
52921 | 9:04 AM Horsens station | 0h35 | 9:39 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50023 | 9:10 AM Horsens station | 0h33 | 9:43 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
52925 | 10:04 AM Horsens station | 0h35 | 10:39 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50027 | 10:10 AM Horsens station | 0h33 | 10:43 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
52929 | 11:04 AM Horsens station | 0h35 | 11:39 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50031 | 11:10 AM Horsens station | 0h33 | 11:43 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
52933 | 12:04 PM Horsens station | 0h35 | 12:39 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50035 | 12:10 PM Horsens station | 0h33 | 12:43 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
52937 | 1:04 PM Horsens station | 0h35 | 1:39 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50039 | 1:10 PM Horsens station | 0h33 | 1:43 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50051 | 4:10 PM Horsens station | 0h28 | 4:38 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
3951 | 4:19 PM Horsens station | 0h30 | 4:49 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
453 | 4:40 PM Horsens station | 0h28 | 5:08 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
2953 | 4:52 PM Horsens station | 0h31 | 5:23 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
50055 | 5:10 PM Horsens station | 0h28 | 5:38 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Horsens to Aarhus run on average 11 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
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One of Northern Europe’s largest art museums, known for major Danish and international exhibitions and the rooftop artwork Your Rainbow Panorama.
Open-air museum recreating Danish urban life across centuries with historic houses, workshops, and costumed interpreters.
Acclaimed archaeology and ethnography museum south of the city, famous for immersive exhibitions and the Grauballe Man.
Aarhus’s oldest neighborhood, loved for cobbled lanes, independent shops, colorful facades, and relaxed city atmosphere.
Charming narrow street lined with small colorful houses, one of the city’s most photographed local spots.
Modern waterfront district with contemporary architecture, harbor promenades, and popular social-media photo locations.
Open-faced rye bread sandwiches topped with ingredients like herring, roast beef, eggs, or potatoes. A Danish classic found across Aarhus and central to everyday lunch culture.
Crispy fried pork belly served with boiled potatoes and parsley sauce. Often called Denmark’s national dish and a traditional comfort meal locals know well.
Danish pan-fried meatballs, usually made from pork or mixed meats, commonly served with potatoes, gravy, and pickled sides. A staple of classic Danish home cooking.
One of Aarhus’s best-known luxury dining destinations, offering elegant tasting menus and high-end Danish gastronomy in a calm setting.
Well-regarded fine dining restaurant focused on seasonal Danish ingredients and a refined New Nordic approach in an intimate setting.
Popular Aarhus restaurant and wine bar with modern Scandinavian cooking, seasonal produce, and a stylish yet relaxed atmosphere.
Prices are high by European standards, especially for dining and hotels, though public transport and coffee are manageable.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not expected, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated. No tip is needed for cafés, bars, or taxis.
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Aarhus Hovedbanegård, Aarhus -> Aarhus City Center, Aarhus
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