How to travel from Gothenburg to Aarhus

There are 3 options to travel between Gothenburg and Aarhus including taking a train, bus, and ferry.

The cheapest way to travel from Gothenburg to Aarhus is a bus with an average price of CHF 62.

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

A bus is CHF 25 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Gothenburg to Aarhus costing on average CHF 86.

The fastest way to travel from Gothenburg to Aarhus is by ferry with an average journey time of 5h 35m.

Other travel options to Aarhus take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 37m.

The distance from Gothenburg to Aarhus is approximately 126 miles (203 km).

The average frequency per day from Gothenburg to Aarhus is:

• Around 5 buses per day.
• Around 1 ferries per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Gothenburg to Aarhus:

• Buses mostly depart from Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen and arrive in Aarhus, Rutebilstationen.
• Ferries mostly depart from Gothenburg (Emigrantvagen) and arrive in Port of Frederikshavn.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gothenburg to Aarhus, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Stena Line to go to Aarhus by ferry.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Aarhus by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Gothenburg to Aarhus:

• 1 direct ferries per day with Stena Line.

Omio customers who travel from Gothenburg 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.