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ARoS Aarhus Art Museum
One of Northern Europe's leading art museums, famous for its rooftop rainbow panorama and strong Danish and international collections.
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€8
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Randers to Aarhus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Randers to Aarhus will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 20 trains that leave Randers for Aarhus on Tue, Aug 04, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 30 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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4018Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Randers to Aarhus among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a bus costs an average of €14.
Distance: 22 miles (36 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €14 Average price | €8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Randers to Aarhus:
A train is €6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Randers to Aarhus costing on average €14.
Other travel options to Aarhus take longer:
Bus takes on average 54m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (34m by train vs 45m by car). Tickets start at around €8 compared to roughly €8 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 Intercity, 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 Randers to Aarhus trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4054 | 3:43 PM Randers Station | 0h30 | 4:13 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
4192 | 1:07 AM Randers Station | 0h36 | 1:43 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
4116 | 6:07 AM Randers Station | 0h36 | 6:43 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
4018 | 6:43 AM Randers Station | 0h30 | 7:13 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
4120 | 7:07 AM Randers Station | 0h36 | 7:43 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
4022 | 7:43 AM Randers Station | 0h30 | 8:13 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
4124 | 8:07 AM Randers Station | 0h36 | 8:43 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
4026 | 8:43 AM Randers Station | 0h30 | 9:13 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
4128 | 9:07 AM Randers Station | 0h36 | 9:43 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
4030 | 9:43 AM Randers Station | 0h30 | 10:13 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
4132 | 10:07 AM Randers Station | 0h36 | 10:43 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
4034 | 10:43 AM Randers Station | 0h30 | 11:13 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
4136 | 11:07 AM Randers Station | 0h36 | 11:43 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
4038 | 11:43 AM Randers Station | 0h30 | 12:13 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Randers to Aarhus run on average 10 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (36 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 22 miles (36 km) |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:52 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.
One of Northern Europe's leading art museums, famous for its rooftop rainbow panorama and strong Danish and international collections.
A major open-air history museum presenting Danish town life across centuries with historic houses, gardens, and costumed interpretation.
An acclaimed archaeology and ethnography museum south of Aarhus, known for prehistory exhibitions and the famous Grauballe Man.
A picturesque cobbled lane in the Latin Quarter lined with colorful historic houses. It is one of Aarhus's most charming walking streets.
The city's oldest neighborhood mixes medieval streets, boutiques, and historic houses. It is one of the best areas for a relaxed walk.
A large public forest stretching south of the city with beaches, trails, and viewpoints. It is a favorite place for nature walks near downtown.
Open-faced rye bread topped with pickled herring, shrimp, roast beef, or egg. A classic Danish lunch tradition found across Aarhus.
Crisp fried pork belly served with parsley sauce and potatoes. Often called Denmark’s national dish and a beloved comfort food.
Pork meatballs with potatoes, gravy, and red cabbage. A traditional home-style Danish dish common in Jutland and local inns.
Refined fine dining with seasonal local ingredients and elegant tasting menus. One of Aarhus’s most acclaimed restaurants.
Well-regarded seafood restaurant by the harbor, specializing in fresh fish, shellfish, and polished Nordic cooking.
Historic restaurant in an old merchant’s house, known for classic Danish cuisine, smørrebrød, and a warm traditional atmosphere.
Very costly versus most European cities. Hotels, dining, and drinks are pricey; public transport is good but not cheap for tourists.
Service is usually included. Rounding up is enough in restaurants and taxis for great service; tipping in cafes is optional and uncommon.
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Aarhus Hovedbanegård -> DOKK1, Aarhus
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Randers 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.

Most Randers to Aarhus trains use the Randers St. to Aarhus Hovedbanegård station pair, with some services arriving at Aarhus, Banegårdspladsen (togbus). Use this guide to compare Randers and Aarhus train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Randers St. is 1 km from Randers city centre. Public transport options include:
Randers St. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Randers Street Food, Café K
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Randers St.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Randers St.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Randers St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Randers St.: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Randers St..
Nearby hotels include Best Western Plus Hotel Kronjylland, Hotel Randers, Motel X.
Aarhus Hovedbanegård has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: McDonald's, Sunset Boulevard
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ritz Aarhus City, Scandic Aarhus City, Comwell Aarhus.
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