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How to travel from Copenhagen to Aarhus by train
Looking to travel from Copenhagen to Aarhus by train? You've come to the right place!
There are around 36 trains per day running between Copenhagen and Aarhus, which usually take 2h 56m to complete the 97 miles (156 km) journey. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won’t need to make any changes on your way to Aarhus. DSB, which is the main rail operator in Denmark, will take you from Copenhagen to Aarhus in just 2h 39m on the fastest services.
Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Copenhagen to Aarhus.
Keen to book your train tickets to Aarhus? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Copenhagen to Aarhus by train
| First train | 02:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:36 | |
| Departure station | Copenhagen | |
| Arrival station | Aarhus | |
| Journey time | From 3h 14m | |
| Distance | 97 miles (156 km) | |
| Frequency | 22 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
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FAQs about the train journey from Copenhagen to Aarhus
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Cheap train tickets from Copenhagen to Aarhus
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Copenhagen to Aarhus by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.