- Must visit
Ibsen-museet i Grimstad
Museum in Henrik Ibsen's former workplace and room. A compact, essential stop for literature fans and anyone interested in Grimstad's history.
Cheapest price on Oct 09
Kč221
Average ticket price on Oct 09
Kč615
Fastest journey on Oct 09
33 m
Average journey duration on Oct 09
33 m
Buses on Oct 09
25
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kristiansand to Grimstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kristiansand to Grimstad will cost around Kč615 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Kč221.
On Fri, Oct 09, we found 25 buses from Kristiansand to Grimstad, including 25 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 09 the direct buses cover the 39 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 33 m .
On Fri, Oct 09 the slowest buses will take 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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VY190Buses from Kristiansand to Grimstad run on average 20 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at Kč130 if you book in advance.
There are 20 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:12, the last at 23:43. The fastest bus covers the 24 miles (39 km) distance in 33m.
Distance 24 miles (39 km) |
Average bus duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč130 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 33m |
First bus 12:12 AM |
Last bus 11:43 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 04:16AM | Arrival Time 04:49AM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price Kč617 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:33AM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price Kč721 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Kč156 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:33AM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč721 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč148 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:33AM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč669 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč164 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:33AM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč721 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč143 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:33AM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč721 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč143 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:33AM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč669 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:33PM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč721 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč169 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:33PM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price Kč721 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price Kč192 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:33PM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč721 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč169 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 03:12PM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price Kč158 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:33PM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price Kč772 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč169 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 04:12PM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price Kč163 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:33PM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč540 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 05:12PM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč169 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:33PM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč617 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč169 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:33PM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč824 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:33PM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price Kč669 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 10:33PM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price Kč824 |
The table below shows live departures for Kristiansand to Grimstad buses for today, Thursday, October 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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VY190 | 9:00 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h33 | 9:33 AM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h35 | 10:05 AM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 10:00 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h33 | 10:33 AM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h35 | 11:05 AM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 11:00 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h33 | 11:33 AM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 12:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h33 | 12:33 PM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h35 | 1:05 PM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 1:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h33 | 1:33 PM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 2:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h33 | 2:33 PM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h35 | 3:05 PM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 3:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h33 | 3:33 PM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h35 | 4:05 PM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 4:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h33 | 4:33 PM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h37 | 5:12 PM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 5:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h33 | 5:33 PM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h35 | 6:05 PM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 6:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h33 | 6:33 PM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 7:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h33 | 7:33 PM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 10:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h33 | 10:33 PM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, October 9 | |||||
VY190 | 4:16 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h33 | 4:49 AM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 6:00 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h33 | 6:33 AM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 7:00 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h33 | 7:33 AM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h35 | 8:05 AM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 8:00 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h33 | 8:33 AM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h35 | 9:05 AM Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Discover the best of Grimstad — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grimstad trip today.
Museum in Henrik Ibsen's former workplace and room. A compact, essential stop for literature fans and anyone interested in Grimstad's history.
Regional maritime museum with boats, seafaring history, and coastal culture. Good choice for understanding how the town grew around the sea.
Small museum about Norwegian horticulture and local cultivation traditions. A lesser-known stop with practical exhibits and garden interest.
Compact old town area with white wooden houses, narrow streets, and harbor atmosphere. Ideal for strolling, photos, and getting a feel for Grimstad.
Harbor promenade lined with boats, quays, and views over the water. A lively walking area close to shops, ferries, and the town center.
Popular beach and coastal recreation area with smooth rocks, swimming spots, and sunset views. Great for a short walk or summer evening stop.
Salted and dried cod, usually soaked and cooked before serving. A classic Southern Norway staple tied to long coastal fishing and preservation traditions.
Freshly peeled North Sea shrimp, often eaten on bread with mayonnaise and lemon. It is a beloved Skagerrak coast seafood tradition in summer.
Fish soup made with local white fish, shellfish, cream, and herbs. It is a common seaside comfort dish along the Southern Norwegian coast.
Waterside restaurant and bar with a relaxed marina atmosphere, offering seafood, grills, and familiar Norwegian summer fare.
Historic hotel dining room serving Norwegian and seasonal dishes in a classic, elegant atmosphere near the center of Grimstad.
Casual harbor-area restaurant known for pizza, burgers, and seafood dishes in a lively setting popular with locals and summer visitors.
Grimstad is costly versus many European beach towns. Hotels, dining, and taxis are pricey, while buses are moderate and cards are widely accepted.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants may round up or leave 5-10% for great service; taxis can be rounded up; cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Øygårdsdalen, Grimstad -> Grimstad Rutebilstasjon, Grimstad
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kristiansand to Grimstad 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 Grimstad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kristiansand to Grimstad buses use the Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon to Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen station pair. Use this guide to compare Kristiansand and Grimstad bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon is 2 km from Kristiansand city centre. Public transport options include:
Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Rutebilstasjon (in the station), Fiskebrygga Restaurant (0.5 km), Le Monde Tapas (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station, near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon.
Available at Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon: Elevators, ramps.
Kristiansand, E18 (Håneskrysset) is 4 km from Kristiansand city centre. Public transport options include:
Kristiansand, E18 (Håneskrysset) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Kristiansand, E18 (Håneskrysset). ATMs are available at Kristiansand, E18 (Håneskrysset).
Ticket office support is available at Kristiansand, E18 (Håneskrysset).
Available at Kristiansand, E18 (Håneskrysset): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kristiansand, E18 (Håneskrysset): Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen is 1 km from Grimstad city centre. Public transport options include:
Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen. ATMs are available at Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen.
Ticket office support is available at Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen.
Available at Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen: Wheelchair accessible bus stop.
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