The cheapest and fastest trains from Horsens to Aarhus
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Horsens to Aarhus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Horsens to Aarhus will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 5 trains that leave Horsens for Aarhus every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 42 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.










Live departures
Horsens to Aarhus train times
The table below shows live departures for Horsens to Aarhus trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
421 | 07:40 Horsens station | 0h32 | 08:12 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
2921 · 5318 | 07:49 Horsens station | 0h42 | 08:31 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 change | |
23 | 08:10 Horsens station | 0h32 | 08:42 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
125 | 08:40 Horsens station | 0h32 | 09:12 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
2925 · 5324 | 08:51 Horsens station | 0h40 | 09:31 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 change | |
27 | 09:10 Horsens station | 0h32 | 09:42 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
429 | 09:40 Horsens station | 0h32 | 10:12 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
2929 · 5328 | 09:49 Horsens station | 0h42 | 10:31 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 change | |
31 | 10:10 Horsens station | 0h32 | 10:42 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
433 | 10:40 Horsens station | 0h32 | 11:12 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
2933 · 5334 | 10:49 Horsens station | 0h42 | 11:31 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 change | |
35 | 11:10 Horsens station | 0h32 | 11:42 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
437 | 11:40 Horsens station | 0h32 | 12:12 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
2937 · 5340 | 11:49 Horsens station | 0h42 | 12:31 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 change | |
39 | 12:10 Horsens station | 0h32 | 12:42 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
441 | 12:40 Horsens station | 0h32 | 13:12 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
2941 · 5346 | 12:49 Horsens station | 0h42 | 13:31 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 change | |
43 | 13:10 Horsens station | 0h32 | 13:42 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
445 | 13:40 Horsens station | 0h32 | 14:12 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
2945 · 5348 | 13:49 Horsens station | 0h42 | 14:31 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 change | |
47 | 14:10 Horsens station | 0h32 | 14:42 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
449 | 14:40 Horsens station | 0h32 | 15:12 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
2949 · 5352 | 14:49 Horsens station | 0h42 | 15:31 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 change | |
51 | 15:10 Horsens station | 0h32 | 15:42 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
453 | 15:40 Horsens station | 0h32 | 16:12 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
2953 · 5356 | 15:49 Horsens station | 0h42 | 16:31 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 change | |
55 | 16:10 Horsens station | 0h32 | 16:42 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
157 | 16:40 Horsens station | 0h32 | 17:12 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
2957 · 5360 | 16:51 Horsens station | 0h40 | 17:31 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 change | |
59 | 17:10 Horsens station | 0h32 | 17:42 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
461 | 17:40 Horsens station | 0h32 | 18:12 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
2961 · 5364 | 17:49 Horsens station | 0h42 | 18:31 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 change | |
63 | 18:10 Horsens station | 0h32 | 18:42 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
70465 | 18:41 Horsens station | 0h31 | 19:12 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
67 | 19:10 Horsens station | 0h32 | 19:42 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
469 | 19:40 Horsens station | 0h32 | 20:12 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
70471 | 20:58 Horsens station | 0h41 | 21:39 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Horsens to Aarhus
Trains from Horsens to Aarhus run on average 11 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 27m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 00:16 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: PKP Intercity, Regional, Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) from Horsens to Aarhus trainsPKP Intercity, Regional, Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Horsens and Aarhus from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
PKP Intercity
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Regional
Danish Railways (DSB)
FAQs: Horsens to Aarhus train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horsens 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Horsens and Aarhus
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Stationsvej.
- Dollys
- Restaurant Flammen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Scandic Bygholm Park
- Jørgensens Hotel
- Zleep Hotel Horsens
- Located in the main hall
- 496 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional trains to Aarhus and 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
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