The cheapest and fastest trains from Aarhus to Copenhagen
Cheapest price
€60
Average price
€60
Fastest journey
3 h 33 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aarhus to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aarhus to Copenhagen will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
Of the 21 trains that leave Aarhus for Copenhagen on Fri, Jun 19, 19 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 156 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 33 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 39 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.
5003411:14 AM3h45Aarhus Hovedbanegård2:59 PMCopenhagen Central Station€601One-way0 transfers
500146:20 AM3h39Aarhus Hovedbanegård9:59 AMCopenhagen Central Station€601One-way0 transfers
500105:20 AM3h33Aarhus Hovedbanegård8:53 AMCopenhagen Central Station€601One-way0 transfers
50010 · 576105:20 AM3h50Aarhus Hovedbanegård9:10 AMCopenhagen Central Station€601One-way1 transfer
70006 · 576063:54 AM4h16Aarhus Hovedbanegård8:10 AMCopenhagen Central Station€601One-way1 transfer
500105:20 AM3h33Aarhus Hovedbanegård8:53 AMCopenhagen Central Station€601One-way0 transfers
500708:20 PM3h38Aarhus Hovedbanegård11:58 PMCopenhagen Central Station€601One-way0 transfers
500667:20 PM3h38Aarhus Hovedbanegård10:58 PMCopenhagen Central Station€601One-way0 transfers
500146:20 AM3h39Aarhus Hovedbanegård9:59 AMCopenhagen Central Station€601One-way0 transfers
500585:20 PM3h39Aarhus Hovedbanegård8:59 PMCopenhagen Central Station€601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Aarhus to Copenhagen
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Aarhus to Copenhagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €161.
Distance: 156 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€64 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest | €288 Average price |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Aarhus to Copenhagen train times
The table below shows live departures for Aarhus to Copenhagen trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
50062 | 6:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h39 | 9:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
70066 | 7:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h41 | 11:01 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
70190 | 12:40 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h52 | 4:32 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
70006 · 57606 | 3:54 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 4h16 | 8:10 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 1 transfer | |
70006 | 3:54 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h59 | 7:53 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50010 | 5:20 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h33 | 8:53 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50010 · 57610 | 5:20 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h50 | 9:10 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 1 transfer | |
50014 | 6:20 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h39 | 9:59 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50018 | 7:20 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h39 | 10:59 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50022 | 8:14 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h45 | 11:59 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50026 | 9:14 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h45 | 12:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50030 | 10:14 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h45 | 1:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50034 | 11:14 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h45 | 2:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50038 | 12:14 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h45 | 3:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50042 | 1:14 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h45 | 4:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50046 | 2:14 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h45 | 5:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50050 | 3:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h39 | 6:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50054 | 4:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h39 | 7:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50058 | 5:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h39 | 8:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aarhus to Copenhagen
Trains from Aarhus to Copenhagen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €60 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 156 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 156 km |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €60 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: DSB, Intercity, Regional, Danish Railways (DSB) from Aarhus to Copenhagen trainsDSB, Intercity, Regional, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Aarhus and Copenhagen from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Aarhus to Copenhagen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aarhus to Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Aarhus to Copenhagen
- 4:00 AM - 2:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- 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
- McDonald's
- Sunset Boulevard
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- DKK 5
- Hotel Ritz Aarhus City
- Scandic Aarhus City
- Comwell Aarhus
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Light Rail: Line L1, L2
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- 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 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
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