There are 3 ways to get from Copenhagen to Ærø by train, ferry or bus
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended
Train, ferry
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Take the train from København H to Odense St.
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Take the train from Odense St. to Svendborg St.
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Take the ferry from Svendborg Færgehavn to Ærøskøbing Havn
Cheapest
Bus, ferry
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Take the bus from Copenhagen central train station to Svendborg Vest
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Take the ferry from Svendborg Færgehavn to Ærøskøbing Havn
Train, line 930 bus, ferry
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Take the train from København H to Nyborg St.
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Take the line 930 bus from Nyborg Station to Svendborg Plads B
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Take the ferry from Svendborg Færgehavn to Ærøskøbing Havn
Travel safe during COVID-19
Rules to follow in Denmark
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Recommended
Travel within Denmark
There are no current restrictions
COVID-19 help in Denmark
If you need help, visit the national COVID-19 website or call the COVID-19 Helpline 072 22 74 59
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, travel within Denmark is currently allowed.
Explore travel optionsDomestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply
- Face masks are recommended
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1 metre
- There are no current restrictions
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Ærø is 072 22 74 59.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Ærø is recommended.
The social distance requirement in Ærø is 1 metre.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 072 22 74 59.
Last updated: 28 Jul 2022
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Copenhagen to Ærø is to bus and ferry which costs 790 kr - 820 kr and takes 5h 19m.
The quickest way to get from Copenhagen to Ærø is to train and line 930 bus and ferry which costs 800 kr - 950 kr and takes 4h 45m.
The distance between Copenhagen and Ærø is 167 km.
The best way to get from Copenhagen to Ærø without a car is to train and ferry which takes 4h 32m and costs .
It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Copenhagen to Ærø, including transfers.
There are 15+ hotels available in Ærø. Prices start at 750 kr DKK per night.

- Distance: 166.6 km
- Duration: 4h 32m
What companies run services between Copenhagen, Denmark and Ærø, Denmark?
There is no direct connection from Copenhagen to Ærø. However, you can take the train to Odense St., take the train to Svendborg St., take the walk to Svendborg Færgehavn, then take the ferry to Ærøskøbing Havn. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Copenhagen to Ærøskøbing via Nyborg St., Nyborg Station, Svendborg Plads B, and Svendborg Færgehavn in around 4h 45m.

- Phone
- 70 13 14 15
- Website
- dsb.dk
Train from København H to Odense St.
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 11m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- 130 kr - 180 kr
- Website
- Danish Railways (DSB)
Train from København H to Nyborg St.
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 110 kr - 160 kr
- Website
- Danish Railways (DSB)

- Phone
- +45 70 80 44 44
- kundeservice@arriva.dk
- Website
- arriva.dk
Train from Odense St. to Svendborg St.
- Ave. Duration
- 45 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- Arriva DK

- fynbus@fynbus.dk
- Website
- fynbus.dk
Bus from Nyborg Station to Svendborg Plads B
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- 35 kr - 55 kr
- Website
- Fynbus

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Copenhagen central train station to Svendborg Vest
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- 90 kr - 110 kr
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions

- Phone
- +45 62524000
- info@aeroe-ferry.dk
- Website
- aeroe-ferry.com
Ferry from Svendborg Færgehavn to Ærøskøbing Havn
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- 693 kr
- Website
- Aeroe Ferry
- Price with car
- 693 kr
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