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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Aarhus
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
$110
Average price
$110
Fastest journey
8 h 54 m
Average duration
8 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
554 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Aarhus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Aarhus will cost around $110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $110.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Leipzig for Aarhus on Wed, Nov 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 554 km distance in an average of 8 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 54 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 8 h 54 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.
06:18AM8h54
Leipzig03:12PMAarhus
$1101One-way
0 transfers
06:18AM8h54
Leipzig03:12PMAarhus
$1101One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leipzig to Aarhus
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Aarhus among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a train costs an average of €57.
Distance: 344 miles (554 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€102 Average price | €62 Average price Cheapest |
8h 10m Average total duration Fastest 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 40m Average total duration 11h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leipzig to Aarhus train times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Aarhus trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 7:57 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:18 AM Leipzig | 8h54 | 3:12 PM Aarhus | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Aarhus
Germany
Denmark
Trains from Leipzig to Aarhus run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€57) but you can travel from only $45 (€36) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:37, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 344 miles (554 km) distance in 8h 54m.
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 $45 (€36)
Distance 344 miles (554 km) |
Average train duration 7h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€57) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 8h 54m |
First train 00:37 |
Last train 23:38 |
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 $45 (€36)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Leipzig to Aarhus trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Leipzig and Aarhus from $45 (€36). 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
7h 56m
Cheapest Price
$70 (€57)
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 Leipzig to Aarhus
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig 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.
Yes, you can take the train from Leipzig to Aarhus.
The distance by train from Leipzig to Aarhus is 344 miles (554 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 Leipzig to Aarhus leaves at 12:37 AM.
Train ticket prices from Leipzig to Aarhus can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $70 (€57), while the average price is around $125 (€102).
The last train from Leipzig to Aarhus leaves at 11:38 PM.
The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Aarhus is by bus, with a cost of around $45 (€36).
There is no direct train service currently available from Leipzig to Aarhus.
The train from Leipzig to Aarhus takes 8h 54m and runs 7 per day.
The train journey from Leipzig to Aarhus offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through picturesque landscapes in northern Germany and southern Denmark, including stretches of countryside, forests, and charming small towns.
The train station in Leipzig that goes to Aarhus is Leipzig Hbf, which connects to Aarhus Hovedbanegård.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Leipzig to Aarhus.
A day trip from Leipzig to Aarhus is not feasible as the journey takes 8h 54m each way. There are 7 train connections available per day, covering a distance of 344 miles (554 km).
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leipzig to Aarhus
Leipzig
Aarhus
The major train station for departures in Leipzig is Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof for your trip from Leipzig to Aarhus.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
23Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
Dining
- Restaurant Zchocolat
- Vapiano Leipzig
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-13 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 14-23
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
Public transit options for Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- Tram: Lines 1, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
- Bus: Several lines available
Leipzig Olbrichtstraße
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Zur Feldschänke
- Softeis
- Bistro Bürger
- Allegretto
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
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 Leipzig.
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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