Getting to Aarhus
Aarhus, Denmark’s second largest city, is well connected to the rest of Europe via air, rail, and road. Most overseas travelers will arrive through one of Denmark’s major airports and continue to Aarhus by train, or bus. The Local Organizing Committee encourages participants to choose lower-carbon travel options such as train, bus, or ferry over flying whenever possible, in support of more sustainable conference participation.
Airports
ASSW participants flying to Aarhus will likely use one of the three airports below.
Aarhus Airport (AAR)
Located about 40 km northeast of the city center, this is the closest airport to Aarhus, with limited international flights (mainly via Copenhagen, Amsterdam, and London).
- City buses (Route 925X) run to the city center (~45 minutes)
- Bus Tickets can be purchased onboard
Billund Airport (BLL)
A regional airport approximately 95 km from Aarhus, with a wider range of international routes.
- Direct buses run to Aarhus (1.5–2 hours)
- Bus Tickets are typically purchased onboard
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Denmark’s largest international airport, with extensive global connections.
- Direct trains run to Aarhus (~3 hrs 30 mins) from both the airport and Copenhagen Central Station
- Departures multiple times per hour
- Booking early via DSB.dk can offer lower fares
Trains to Aarhus
Aarhus Central Station (Aarhus H) is the city’s main train station and serves as a hub for national and international rail travel.
- From Copenhagen: Direct trains from both the airport and city center (~3.5 hours)
- From Hamburg and other European cities: Regional train options available
- Book tickets via DSB or Rejseplanen for schedules, prices, and real-time updates
Long-Distance Buses
Several coach services connect Aarhus with major cities and airports:
- From Copenhagen Airport or City Center:
- Flixbus or Kombardo Expressen (~4 hours)
- Tickets available online and are often cheaper than train fares
Getting to the ASSW 2026 Venue
The ASSW 2026 venue is located at Aarhus University, just north of the city center. It is easily accessible by:
- Letbanen (Aarhus Light Rail) — use stops Universitetet or Universitetsparken
- Walking — many central hotels are within a short distance
- Bicycle — Aarhus is bike-friendly, with bike parking available on campus
- Bus
Getting Around Aarhus
Aarhus is a compact, walkable city with an excellent public transportation system including buses and the light rail (Letbanen). Bicycles are widely available through rental services, and the city is very bike-friendly.
Useful Links:
- Journey Planning: Rejseplanen – Plan all journeys across Denmark via bus, train, and light rail. Also available as an app.
- Tickets & Info: Midttrafik – Purchase tickets and access transport information (app available).
- Bike Rental: Donkey Republic – Rent city bikes 24/7 through the app.
- Taxis: Aarhus Taxa – Book a taxi online or by phone. (Note: Uber and Lyft are not available in Denmark.)