Plan your trip to EC 2025
Many of you will be visiting Aarhus for the first time. To help in your planning, we have collected some hopefully useful information and suggestions regarding accommodation, travelling to Aarhus and getting around once you are here.
Accommodation
In Aarhus, you’ll find a wide range of accommodation options—whether you prefer a central location or a quiet spot outside the city, a luxurious stay or a budget-friendly choice. Explore your favourite booking portals like Booking.com, Hotels.com, or Airbnb to get started. Here are a few handpicked recommendations we can personally vouch for.
Options
1 / Cabinn Aarhus
Budget friendly | 850m to venue
Cabinn Aarhus offers comfortable, affordable accommodations in the city, with a smart room design that conserves space without compromising quality. Guests enjoy amenities like free high-speed Wi-Fi, a breakfast café, 24-hour reception, and paid parking with electric car charging. Built in 2001 and expanded in 2015 to 401 rooms, our property also features private bathrooms, TVs, and tea and coffee facilities in every room.
2 / Hotel Atlantic
Classic | 400m to venue
Hotel Atlantic offers a refreshingly authentic experience in the heart of Aarhus, with a focus on genuine comfort and friendly service. Enjoy modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, an always-open lobby bar, and convenient 24-hour reception. Flexible check-in and check-out, plus options for extra beds and parking, make your stay easy and enjoyable.
3 / Hotel Royal
Premium | 1.000m to venue
Hotel Royal in Aarhus offers a unique experience at a prime location near Store Torv, combining history, style, and personalised service. Book directly to enjoy benefits like the best rates, complimentary breakfast, and 24-hour fitness access. With elegant rooms, a rich atmosphere, and proximity to Aarhus' top attractions, Hotel Royal is the ideal choice for an extraordinary stay in the city centre.
Very budget friendly| 850m to venue
Hotel Royal in Aarhus offers a unique experience at a prime location near Store Torv, combining history, style, and personalised service. Book directly to enjoy benefits like the best rates, complimentary breakfast, and 24-hour fitness access. With elegant rooms, a rich atmosphere, and proximity to Aarhus' top attractions, Hotel Royal is the ideal choice for an extraordinary stay in the city centre.
Travel to Aarhus
Flights
Billund and Aarhus Airports
The two nearest airports are Billund Airport (BLL) and Aarhus Airport (AAR). The majority of international flights arrive at Billund but it is usually worth checking both.
Both airports offer direct airport buses to Aarhus for the simplest transfer.
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From Billund Airport take route 912X to Aarhus. Travel time is roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
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From Aarhus Airport take route 925X to Aarhus. Travel time is 50 minutes.
You can buy your ticket to and from the airport in the bus and they accept both cash and all major credit cards.
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Copenhagen Airport
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For longer international flights, Copenhagen Airport is usually the cheapest option.
Fly to Copenhagen Airport (CPH) and take the train to Aarhus. Train departs directly from the airport to Aarhus Central Station or via Copenhagen Central Station (take the Metro or regional trains from the Airport to Copenhagen Central Station).
Travel time by train to Aarhus is roughly 3 hours 15 minutes. Tickets can be purchased at the airport.
Train
All trains to Aarhus arrive at Aarhus Central Station / Aarhus H, which is walking distance from the venue and less than 15 minutes walk from the suggested hotels.
If you are staying further away, you can switch to light rail/trams at the railroad station, taxis are parked in front of the railroad station, and most buses stop in the area around.
See “Transportation in and around Aarhus” for more information.
Car
If you’re driving to Aarhus, you’ll most likely be coming from the south and should aim for the Aarhus S ramp. That said, your favourite map or GPS service will provide the best directions.
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Parking in Aarhus
There is limited free parking available in the city centre of Aarhus, unless it is included with your accommodation. We suggest that you either park further away and travel the last stretch by bus/light rail or walk, or use one of the parking garages.
Some recommended options:
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DOKK1 Parking, 22 DKK / hour. 6 minutes walk to the venue.
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Bruuns Galleri, 24 DKK / hour - 250 DKK maximum for 24 hours. 12 minutes walk to the venue.
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Navitas parkeringskælder (parking garage), 15 DKK / hour. Free before 8.00, after 19.00, Saturday after 16.00 and all Sunday. 18 minutes walk to the venue.
Ferry
If you come with Ferry to Denmark you are most likely coming in at one of the following cities:
Grenaa
Sweden | 61 km to Aarhus | Car | Public transportation
Buses and Light rail are going to and from Grenaa. Google maps would have uptodate information on departures.
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Frederikshavn
Sweden & Norway | 165 km to Aarhus | Car | Public transportation
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Buses and trains are going to and from Frederikshavn. Google maps would have up to date information on departures.
Hirtshals
Norway | 187 km to Aarhus | Car
You can get from Hirtshals to Aarhus with public transportation. But it starts to be cumbersome and are not recommended
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Gedser
Germany | 332 km to Aarhus | Car
You can get from Gedser to Aarhus with public transportation. But it starts to be cumbersome and not recommended.
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Rødby
Germany | 337 km to Aarhus | Car
You can get from Rødby to Aarhus with public transportation. But it starts to be cumbersome and not recommended.
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Mols-linien
Direct to Aarhus | Car
Mols-linien is a ferry that sails between Aarhus and Sjælland. If you come from Sweden, have taken the ferry to Gedser or Rødby you might want to consider using Mols-linien for the last part of your journey.
Transportation in and around Aarhus
Getting around in Aarhus
Bikes
If you are reasonably experienced on a bike, that is often the fastest and easiest way to travel around central Aarhus. Aarhus is bike friendly (albeit hilly) and offers plenty of options for short and long-term rental Aarhus by bike | VisitAarhus
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If you are inexperienced on a bike, the other cyclists in Aarhus are most likely not patient enough for you. Your mileage may vary of course.
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Bus and light rail (Letbanen)
Find the right bus​
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Google Maps has up to date information on bus and train lines in Denmark, including local buses in Aarhus.
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Rejseplanen.dk and the corresponding apps for iPhone and Android is a dedicated bus, light rail and train schedule app.
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Midttrafik Live provides live information on buses in and around Aarhus if you want to check the location and arrival times of buses.
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Tickets
You cannot pay with cash or card on the bus. In and around Aarhus you have to buy your ticket before you get on the bus.
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You can buy tickets using either apps, an online webshop or getting a travel card. For people visiting for a week, we recommend using the Midttrafik App. You can download it ahead of time.
More information on Ticket for bus and Letbanen the Light Rail in the Aarhus Region | VisitAarhus
Airport Bus
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The airport buses are exempt from the above rule. You can buy your ticket to and from the airport in the bus and they accept both cash and all major credit cards.
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Taxi
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Taxis in Aarhus are metered, reliable, and easy to find, though they can be quite pricey compared to other transport options.
Most taxis accept payment by credit or debit card, so there’s no need to worry if you don’t have cash on hand. Additionally, several taxi apps are available, allowing you to book and pay for your ride in advance. The price using these apps is typically the same as metered fares but gives you the benefit of knowing the cost upfront.
It’s important to note that ridesharing services like Uber are not available in Denmark. Stick to licensed taxis to ensure safety and avoid "pirate taxis," which operate illegally and may not be trustworthy.
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