There are 8 ways to get from Darmstadt to Ærø by train, ferry, night train, bus or plane
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Recommended option
Train, ferry • 12h 24m
Cheapest option
Bus, ferry • 19h 7m
6 alternative options
Train, night train, ferry • 14h 45m
Bus, train, ferry • 17h 38m
Fly to Billund, train, ferry • 8h 59m
Fly to Copenhagen, train, ferry • 9h 49m
Fly to Hamburg, train, ferry • 10h 59m
Fly to Bremen, train, ferry • 11h 35m
Darmstadt to Ærø by train and ferry
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International entry into Denmark from Germany
- Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Germany
Conditions of entry into Denmark from Germany
- There are no current restrictions
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- 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.
No, returning to Germany from Denmark is currently allowed.
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Last updated: 27 Jun 2022
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Questions & Answers
The most affordable way to get from Darmstadt to Ærø is to bus and ferry, which costs €140 - €170 and takes 19h 7m.
The quickest way to get from Darmstadt to Ærø is to train and night train and ferry which costs €220 - €310 and takes 14h 45m.
The distance between Darmstadt and Ærø is 569 km.
The best way to get from Darmstadt to Ærø without a car is to train and ferry which takes 12h 24m and costs .
It takes approximately 12h 24m to get from Darmstadt to Ærø, including transfers.
The quickest flight from Frankfurt Airport to Billund Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 15m.
Lufthansa offers flights from Frankfurt Airport to Billund Airport.
There are 14+ hotels available in Ærø. Prices start at 750 kr DKK per night.
The best way to get from Darmstadt to Frankfurt Airport is to bus which takes 26 min and costs .

- Distance: 568.8 km
- Duration: 12h 24m
What companies run services between Darmstadt, Germany and Ærø, Denmark?
There is no direct connection from Darmstadt to Ærø. However, you can take the train to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf, take the train to Hamburg Hbf, 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 Darmstadt to Ærøskøbing via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf, Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg Hbf, Nyborg St., Nyborg Station, Svendborg Plads B, and Svendborg Færgehavn in around 14h 45m.

- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Frankfurt to Billund
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 1300 kr - 5500 kr
Flights from Frankfurt to Copenhagen
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 1000 kr - 4200 kr
Flights from Frankfurt to Copenhagen via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 31m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 900 kr - 4000 kr
Flights from Frankfurt to Hamburg
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 600 kr - 3000 kr
Flights from Frankfurt to Bremen
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 650 kr - 2900 kr

- Website
- flysas.com
Flights from Frankfurt to Copenhagen
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 1000 kr - 4200 kr

- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Frankfurt to Copenhagen via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 37m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 1000 kr - 3900 kr

German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 37m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 650 kr - 900 kr
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from Bremen Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 56 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- 200 kr - 290 kr
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn

- Phone
- 70 13 14 15
- Website
- dsb.dk
Train from Hamburg Hbf to Odense St.
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 26m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- 230 kr - 330 kr
- Website
- Danish Railways (DSB)
Night train from Hamburg Hbf to Nyborg St.
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 42m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 260 kr - 360 kr
- Website
- Danish Railways (DSB)
Train from Vejle St. to Odense St.
- Ave. Duration
- 48 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 90 kr - 130 kr
- Website
- Danish Railways (DSB)
Train from CPH Lufthavn to Odense St.
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 39m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 130 kr - 190 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

- Phone
- +49 581 97164164
- presse@der-metronom.de
- Website
- der-metronom.de
Train from Bremen Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 28m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Website
- metronom

- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixtrain.com
Train from Bremen Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 57 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- 60 kr - 75 kr
- Website
- Flixtrain

The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Bremen Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 54 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 290 kr - 550 kr
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

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).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Frankfurt central train station to Odense Station
- Ave. Duration
- 12h 45m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- 310 kr - 380 kr
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Frankfurt to Odense Station
- Ave. Duration
- 12h 45m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- 310 kr - 380 kr
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions

- fynbus@fynbus.dk
- Website
- fynbus.dk
Bus from OBC Nord Plads I to Svendborg Plads A
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 32m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 60 kr - 90 kr
- Website
- Fynbus

- 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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