The cheapest and fastest trains from Sønderborg to Aarhus
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sønderborg to Aarhus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sønderborg to Aarhus will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 3 trains that leave Sønderborg for Aarhus every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 141 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 27 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sønderborg to Aarhus
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sønderborg to Aarhus among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 141 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£38 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sønderborg to Aarhus train times
The table below shows live departures for Sønderborg to Aarhus trains for tomorrow, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:45 Sønderborg | 2h57 | 11:42 Aarhus | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Sønderborg to Aarhus by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sønderborg to Aarhus
Trains from Sønderborg to Aarhus run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 141 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 141 km |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 22:45 |
Train companies: Danish Railways (DSB) from Sønderborg to Aarhus trainsDanish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Sønderborg and Aarhus from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sønderborg to Aarhus train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sønderborg 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 Sønderborg and Aarhus
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Jernbanegade.
- Restaurant Colosseum
- Bella Italia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Sønderborg Strand
- Scandic Sønderborg
- Hotel 6400
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and intercity trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the main entrance
- 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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