How to travel from Düsseldorf to Aarhus

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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 an average ticket price of $132 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $132, while a flight costs an average of $611.

Distance: 368 miles (593 km)

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$140

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$611

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$132

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$167

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8h 50m

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8h 20m

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4h 38m

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8h 7m

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1.8 - 3.6kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Aarhus is a bus with an average price of $132.

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Aarhus:

A bus is $8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Aarhus costing on average $140.

A bus is $479 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Aarhus costing on average $611.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Aarhus is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 38m.

Other travel options to Aarhus take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 50m.

Bus takes on average 13h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Aarhus including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Düsseldorf to Aarhus among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $140 compared to roughly $167 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $28. The journey takes 8h 20m versus 8h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Düsseldorf to Aarhus

How to get from Düsseldorf to Aarhus by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Düsseldorf to Aarhus is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:40 PM21h20
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    7:00 PMAarhus, Rutebilstationen
    $511One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:40 PM21h20
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    7:00 PMAarhus, Rutebilstationen
    $511One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Sas AirwaysSK1622 · SK1259
    3:20 PM2h45
    Dusseldorf Airport
    6:05 PMAarhus Airport
    $5891One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 202 · 11172 · IC 5762 · ICL 67
    11:34 AM9h04
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    8:38 PMAarhus Hovedbanegård
    $1211One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 206 · 11164 · IC 5758 · ICL 51
    7:34 AM9h04
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    4:38 PMAarhus Hovedbanegård
    $1391One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 204 · 11168 · IC 5760 · ICL 59
    9:34 AM9h04
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    6:38 PMAarhus Hovedbanegård
    $1591One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    4:38 PM15h02
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    7:40 AMAarhus, Rutebilstationen
    $541One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:10 PM19h30
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    7:40 AMAarhus, Rutebilstationen
    $541One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    12:35 AM18h00
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    6:35 PMAarhus, Rutebilstationen
    $1101One-way
    2 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK628 · SK1273
    7:20 PM4h30
    Dusseldorf Airport
    11:50 PMAarhus Airport
    $3161One-way
    1 transfer
  • Sas AirwaysSK817 · SK1465 · SK1273
    1:45 PM10h05
    Dusseldorf Airport
    11:50 PMAarhus Airport
    $4191One-way
    2 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK817 · SK1475 · SK1273
    1:45 PM10h05
    Dusseldorf Airport
    11:50 PMAarhus Airport
    $4191One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Düsseldorf to Aarhus

Travel to Aarhus easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Düsseldorf to Aarhus.

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There are 3 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Aarhus including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Aarhus is a train with an average price of $97.

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Aarhus:

A train is $35 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Düsseldorf to Aarhus costing on average $132.

A train is $514 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Aarhus costing on average $611.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Aarhus is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 38m.

Other travel options to Aarhus take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 37m.

Bus takes on average 13h 50m.

The distance from Düsseldorf to Aarhus is approximately 368 miles (593 km).
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Aarhus is:
  • Around 13 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Düsseldorf and Aarhus as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Düsseldorf to Aarhus:
  • Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Aarhus Hovedbanegård.
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Aarhus Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Aarhus, Rutebilstationen.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Aarhus, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Aarhus by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Aarhus by train.
  • Travel with regional jet, Sas Airways to go to Aarhus by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Düsseldorf to Aarhus:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf to Aarhus often also extend their vacation to go to Copenhagen, Hamburg, Berlin, Copenhagen Airport, Amsterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Aarhus and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Aarhus to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
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.
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.

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