Getting around in Aarhus and in the Aarhus Region
It is easy getting around in Aarhus and in the entire Aarhus Region - by walking, biking, by bus, train, Letbane or by car.
Public transport
Important: Buy your ticket in advance
When travelling by public transport in and around Aarhus, it is important to remember that you must always buy your ticket in advance - BEFORE you travel.
Get an overview
Route, zone map and live traffic
NOTE: At Rejseplanen.dk (Journey Planer) you can find all journeys and departures on buses, trains and light rail throughout Denmark.
Which ticket should I choose?
Find the ticket type, payment option and apps that are right for you.
Route and zone map
See which zone your destination is in and which bus, light rail or train to take around the region.
Follow live
Watch and follow your bus, light rail or train live to your stop and see departure times and traffic information.
Find answers to your questions about public transport
Get answers below or use the chat in the bottom left corner. The chat provides quick answers based on information from our website.
Is there a bus ticket for tourists?
Yes, as a tourist you can buy a Day Ticket to Aarhus, and if you want to travel further around the region, you can also buy a Day Ticket for the entire Aarhus Region, which even covers the entire Central Denmark Region.
However, there are many other ways to easily and conveniently get around Aarhus and the entire Aarhus Region.
Where and when do buses run in the Aarhus Region?
City buses (the yellow buses)
The city buses run in Aarhus, Grenaa, Randers, Silkeborg and Viborg.
Regional and local buses (the blue buses)
You can travel with the regional and local buses (the blue buses) across the entire Aarhus Region and throughout the Central Denmark Region.
Where and when does the Light Rail run?
The light rail runs in Aarhus city centre and to Grenaa in Djursland.
The light railway ‘L1’ runs between Aarhus H and Grenaa with stops in Lystrup and Ryomgård, among others.
The ‘L2’ light railway runs between Odder and Lisbjergskolen. On the line there are stations at Aarhus Central Station, DOKK1 and Aarhus University Hospital in Skejby. You can get an overview of the entire route and see all the light rail stations on Midttrafik's website.
Can I go by train from Aarhus to e.g. Randers and Viborg?
Yes, you can travel with DSB (Danish State Railways) and train operator GoCollective between several stations in the Aarhus Region.
DSB
DSB runs between Aarhus, Favrskov and Randers on the national route between Copenhagen and Aalborg.
GoCollective
GoCollective operates between Aarhus and Silkeborg (Route: Aarhus - Herning - Struer) and between Aarhus, Favrskov and Viborg (Route: Aarhus Langå Struer)
Is there an overview of all public transport in Denmark?
Yes - in Journey Planer 'Rejseplanen' you can find times and departures for bus, train, light rail and metro, and you can customise your search to see if you can bring your bike or pram, search by accessibility and much more.
Can I buy my bus ticket from the driver on the bus?
On the city buses in Aarhus and Aarhus Letbane, you must have purchased your ticket in advance. Here you cannot buy a ticket once you have boarded.
But you can buy your ticket from the driver in Midttrafik's blue buses. However, it will always be an advantage to have the ticket in place in advance, either via apps or by purchasing from Midttrafik's webshop.
See more here (danish).
Can I take my dog, bike and pram on the bus?
Yes, you can bring small dogs, cats and other animals on all buses and Light Rail without payment if they are placed in a handbag or similar on your lap and if they remain in the bag for the entire journey. You can also bring your bicycle and pram on the bus if there is room.
Can I see where my bus or train is right now?
Yes, you can follow both buses and trains live. You can follow buses and Light Rail on the Midttrafik live app and trains on the My train app: See stops, tracks and also if the bus or train is delayed.
Download My train - Google Play - App Store
Go by bike
The bicycle is also a great means of transport. In Aarhus we have short distances, which makes it incredibly easy to get around Aarhus by bike. You can also take a ride on Kulturringen 'Culture by Bike' and experience the beautiful nature in the Lake District Søhøjlandet, Djursland and Favrskov. Or rent a bike and try some of the many cycling tours and routes throughout the Aarhus Region.
