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KUBEN Museum and Archives
Regional museum with permanent and temporary exhibitions on local history, art, and archives. A strong introduction to Arendal and the wider Agder region.
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Overview: Bus from Kristiansand to Arendal
NorwayNorway
Take a bus from Kristiansand to Arendal and enjoy the approximately 34 miles (55 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 00:22, the last at 23:07.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
First bus 12:22 AM |
Last bus 11:07 PM |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Kristiansand to Arendal Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 12:22AM | Arrival Time 01:53AM | Duration 1h31 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 05:47AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 06:17AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 06:42AM | Arrival Time 07:47AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 06:47AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 07:17AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 07:47AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 08:02AM | Arrival Time 09:07AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 08:17AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 08:47AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 09:17AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 09:47AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 10:17AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 10:47AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 11:17AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 11:47AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 12:17PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 12:47PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 01:17PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 01:47PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 02:17PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 02:47PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 03:02PM | Arrival Time 04:07PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 03:17PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 03:37PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h08 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 03:47PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 04:02PM | Arrival Time 05:07PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 04:17PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 04:37PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h08 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 04:47PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 05:17PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 05:47PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 06:17PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 06:47PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 07:17PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 07:47PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 08:07PM | Arrival Time 09:38PM | Duration 1h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 09:07PM | Arrival Time 10:38PM | Duration 1h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 10:07PM | Arrival Time 11:38PM | Duration 1h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Agder Kollektivtrafikk as | Departure Time 11:07PM | Arrival Time 12:38AM | Duration 1h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Bus providers: Agder Kollektivtrafikk as from Kristiansand to ArendalYou can travel by bus between Kristiansand to Arendal with Agder Kollektivtrafikk as. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Agder Kollektivtrafikk as
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Agder Kollektivtrafikk as Duration
1h 5m
Agder Kollektivtrafikk as frequency
25 a day
Complete guide to Arendal
Things to do in Arendal
Discover the best of Arendal — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Arendal trip today.
- Must visit
Bomuldsfabriken Kunsthall
Art exhibition venue in central Arendal showing contemporary Norwegian artists. It adds a modern cultural stop alongside the town’s historic attractions.
- Recommended
Kløckerhuset
Compact city museum in a classic Kløcker house. It presents merchant life, urban history, and changing exhibitions in Arendal’s old center.
- Must visit
Pollen
Arendal’s lively waterfront promenade lined with boats and white wooden buildings. It is the classic place for harbor views, strolling, and summer atmosphere.
- Must visit
Tyholmen
Wooden-house district with narrow lanes and old residences. It is one of the best places to experience the quieter, historic side of Arendal on foot.
- Must visit
Merdø
Island area with protected wooden houses, beaches, and walking paths. Reached by seasonal boat, it is a beloved local escape with classic coastal scenery.
- Gluten-free
Fiskesuppe
Fish soup made with local white fish, shellfish, cream, and herbs. A Southern Norway coastal classic tied to Arendal's maritime food culture.
Reker
Fresh North Sea shrimp served on bread or with mayonnaise and lemon. Popular along the Skagerrak coast and a staple at summer quaysides.
- Gluten-free
Klippfisk
Salt-cured and dried cod, often soaked and served with potatoes, bacon, or pea purée. A classic preserved fish dish long used in coastal Norway.
Restaurant Morten
Refined seafood-focused dining in a historic waterfront setting at Arendal's quay. Known for seasonal menus and a polished atmosphere.
Tyholmen Kolonial
Popular casual venue by the water serving pizza, seafood, and grill dishes. Lively marina atmosphere and a well-known summer meeting place.
Clarion Hotel Tyholmen Restaurant
Established hotel restaurant with fjord views, serving Norwegian and international dishes. Relaxed setting suited to both visitors and locals.
Norwegian krone (kr)
Arendal is costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and drinks are pricey, though local buses and ferries are reasonable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- kr 120-180 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- kr 250-450 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- kr 700+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- kr 35-55 for a regular coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
AKT Reise
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Prices
- Single ticket
- kr 42
- Day pass
- kr 120
To the city center
Arendal Harebakken Bussterminal -> Arendal sentrum, Arendal
- Distance
- 4 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
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- Contactless card payment is generally available on AKT buses, but buying in the app can be cheaper and faster.
FAQs: Bus from Kristiansand to Arendal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kristiansand to Arendal 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 Arendal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The earliest bus from Kristiansand to Arendal leaves at 12:22 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Kristiansand to Arendal leaves at 11:07 PM.
When taking a bus from Kristiansand to Arendal, you can count on Agder Kollektivtrafikk as for the best way to get you to Arendal. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Kristiansand and Arendal and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Kristiansand and Arendal including taking a bus and train.
No, the bus from Kristiansand to Arendal has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Kristiansand to Arendal.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Kristiansand to Arendal.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Kristiansand to Arendal.
No, luggage for the bus from Kristiansand to Arendal needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Kristiansand to Arendal.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Kristiansand to Arendal.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Kristiansand to Arendal.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Kristiansand to Arendal.
The currency used in Norway is the Norwegian Krone (NOK). For travelers, using cards is generally better as card payments are widely accepted across the country, including in most shops, restaurants, and public transportation, while cash is less commonly used.
In Arendal, travelers should be aware of typical urban safety concerns such as pickpocketing in crowded areas and always secure personal belongings. There are no widespread reports of specific scams targeting visitors, but standard caution with online ticket purchases and avoiding unlicensed transportation offers is advised. Overall, Arendal is considered a safe destination with low crime rates.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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