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Norwegian Petroleum Museum
Norway's flagship petroleum museum explains offshore oil history with immersive exhibits, industrial artifacts, and family-friendly displays.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€119
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€162
Fastest journey on Sep 19
18 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
20 h 49 m
Buses on Sep 19
7
Distance
549 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Copenhagen to Stavanger is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Stavanger will cost around €162 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €119.
It's difficult to get from Copenhagen to Stavanger without transferring at least once.
VY190+
600 · 600
600 · VY190
600+
VY190
600 · VY190 · VY190
VY450 · VY190 · 600
600 · VY190
600 · VY190 · VY190
VY190+
600 · 600
600+
VY190
VY450 · VY190 · 600Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Stavanger among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €87 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €87, while a flight costs an average of €468.
Distance: 341 miles (549 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€87 Average price Cheapest | €468 Average price | €251 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 33m Average total duration 20h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Stavanger:
A bus is €381 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Stavanger costing on average €468.
Other travel options to Stavanger take longer:
Bus takes on average 20h 3m.
Tickets start at around €87 compared to roughly €251 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €164. The journey takes 20h 3m versus 11h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Vy Express Sweden | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €119 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €129 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 09:08AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 20h02 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €149 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 25h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €211 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 01:33PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 25h07 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €191 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 10:03PM | Arrival Time 04:14PM | Duration 18h11 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €97 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 10:53PM | Arrival Time 04:11PM | Duration 17h18 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €110 |
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Stavanger buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VY190 · 600 | 10:53 PM Kastrup, Ellehammersvej (Københavns Lufthavn - Terminal 3) | 17h18 | 4:11 PM Stavanger, Bussterminal | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
600 · 600+ VY190 | 8:50 AM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 20h20 | 5:10 AM Stavanger, Bussterminal | 2 transfers | |
600+ VY450 · VY190 | 8:50 AM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 29h50 | 2:40 PM Stavanger, Bussterminal | 2 transfers | |
600+ VY190 | 8:50 AM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 20h20 | 5:10 AM Stavanger, Bussterminal | 1 transfer | |
600 · VY190 · VY190 | 9:08 AM Kastrup, Ellehammersvej (Københavns Lufthavn - Terminal 3) | 20h02 | 5:10 AM Stavanger, Bussterminal | 2 transfers | |
600+ VY450 · VY190 | 1:15 PM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 25h25 | 2:40 PM Stavanger, Bussterminal | 2 transfers | |
600 · VY450 · VY190 | 1:33 PM Kastrup, Ellehammersvej (Københavns Lufthavn - Terminal 3) | 25h07 | 2:40 PM Stavanger, Bussterminal | 2 transfers | |
600 · VY190 | 10:03 PM Kastrup, Ellehammersvej (Københavns Lufthavn - Terminal 3) | 18h16 | 4:19 PM Stavanger, Bussterminal | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Copenhagen to Stavanger run on average 4 times per day, taking around 20h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €38 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 22:35. The fastest bus covers the 341 miles (549 km) distance in 15h 43m.
Distance 341 miles (549 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 15h 43m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 10:35 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Stavanger — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stavanger trip today.
Norway's flagship petroleum museum explains offshore oil history with immersive exhibits, industrial artifacts, and family-friendly displays.
Fine arts museum with strong Norwegian collections, especially Lars Hertervig, plus rotating exhibitions by modern and contemporary artists.
Open-air museum of preserved white wooden houses showing how ordinary Stavanger families lived from the 18th century onward.
Stavanger's famous old town features cobbled lanes and one of Europe's best-preserved collections of white wooden houses.
Colorful harborfront promenade lined with historic buildings, boats, and lively city views; ideal for a first walk in Stavanger.
Street of vividly painted houses that became a social media favorite, adding a playful modern contrast to Stavanger's white facades.
Sour fermented trout, usually served with flatbread, sour cream and potatoes. A classic Norwegian preservation dish still valued in festive meals.
Salt-cured and dried mutton, often steamed and served with potatoes and mashed rutabaga. A traditional western Norwegian autumn and Christmas dish.
Smoked sheep’s head, split and cured before cooking. It is a historic Norwegian specialty linked to older rural food traditions.
Michelin-starred fine dining highlighting Norwegian seafood and seasonal produce in an intimate, polished setting.
Elegant seafood restaurant by the harbor, known for shellfish, fish and refined Nordic cooking with waterfront views.
Historic restaurant in central Stavanger serving classic Norwegian dishes and seafood in a traditional, wood-lined atmosphere.
Stavanger is costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and drinks are pricey, though local buses are reasonable and cards are widely accepted.
Tipping is not expected. Service is usually included; round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis can be rounded up; cafés usually do not require tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Stavanger by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stavanger, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Copenhagen to Stavanger buses use the København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro to Stavanger, Bussterminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Stavanger bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro is 1 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:
København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Dybbølsbro (in the station), Restaurant Flammen (0.5 km), Mad & Kaffe (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro.
Available at København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro: Elevators, ramps.
Stavanger, Bussterminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafés and fast food options available.
Free Wi-Fi available at the terminal. ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Stavanger, Bussterminal.
Available at Stavanger, Bussterminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stavanger, Bussterminal: Wheelchair accessible pathways and facilities.
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