The average train between Essen and Aarhus takes 10h 46m and the fastest train takes 9h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Aarhus. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Essen and Aarhus. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:00 PM which arrives into Aarhus at 12:38 PM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 10h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Essen to Aarhus? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Essen to Aarhus. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Aarhus station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 46m.
Essen to Aarhus train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Aarhus train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Aarhus H station.
Book your Essen to Aarhus train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Danish Railways (DSB) and Snälltåget.
The distance between Essen and Aarhus is 563.1 km. The road distance is 878 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Aarhus H via Hamburg Hbf and Odense St. in around 9h 37m.