- Must visit
Slottsfjellsmuseet
Main local history museum at Slottsfjellet, covering Tønsberg’s medieval past, archaeology, and the famous Oseberg ship finds.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$29
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$50
Fastest journey on Sep 18
2 h 43 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
2 h 57 m
Buses on Sep 18
25
Distance
185 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kristiansand to Tønsberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kristiansand to Tønsberg will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 25 buses from Kristiansand to Tønsberg, including 25 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 185 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 3 h 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kristiansand to Tønsberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $49 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, while a flight costs an average of $555.
Distance: 114 miles (185 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$49 Average price Cheapest | $555 Average price | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Kristiansand to Tønsberg:
A bus is $505 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kristiansand to Tønsberg costing on average $555.
Other travel options to Tønsberg take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 1m.
Tickets start at around $49 compared to roughly $73 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $24. The journey takes 3h 1m versus 2h 41m 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.
Direct services are operated by Vy Bus4You, FlixBus.
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 Norway | Departure Time 12:12AM | Arrival Time 03:31AM | Duration 3h19 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 04:16AM | Arrival Time 07:18AM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:02AM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:02AM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:02AM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:02PM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:02PM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:02PM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:02PM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 03:38PM | Duration 2h53 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:02PM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:02PM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 05:42PM | Duration 3h07 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:02PM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 06:42PM | Duration 3h07 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:02PM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:02PM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:32PM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 07:42PM | Duration 3h07 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:02PM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:02PM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 09:38PM | Duration 2h53 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:02PM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:43PM | Duration 2h43 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Vy Express Norway | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:43AM | Duration 2h43 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
The table below shows live departures for Kristiansand to Tønsberg buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:30 AM Kristiansand | 3h00 | 8:30 AM Tønsberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Kristiansand | 3h00 | 2:30 PM Tønsberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Kristiansand | 3h00 | 6:30 PM Tønsberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Kristiansand to Tønsberg run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 if you book in advance.
There are 22 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:12, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 114 miles (185 km) distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 114 miles (185 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 2h 43m |
First bus 12:12 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Tønsberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tønsberg trip today.
Main local history museum at Slottsfjellet, covering Tønsberg’s medieval past, archaeology, and the famous Oseberg ship finds.
Museum preserving a full-scale Viking ship replica, ideal for understanding Norse seafaring and Tønsberg’s Viking-era identity.
Working whaling and maritime museum ship moored in harbor, offering insight into Tønsberg’s global seafaring history.
Lively harbor promenade with boats, public spaces, and classic city views; the best area to feel Tønsberg’s maritime character.
Historic hill with walking paths, ruins, and panoramic viewpoints over the city and fjord; essential for first-time visitors.
Main pedestrian shopping street in the center, lined with historic buildings and useful for exploring daily city life on foot.
Fårikål is Norway’s national dish of lamb and cabbage simmered with peppercorns. It is widely eaten in autumn and reflects traditional home cooking.
Raspeballer are potato dumplings often served with salted meat, sausage, butter, and rutabaga. A hearty classic found across southern Norway.
Rakfisk is trout salted and fermented for months, then served with flatbread, sour cream, and onions. It is a celebrated Norwegian delicacy.
Well-known fine dining option with seasonal tasting menus and refined Nordic cooking near the harbor.
Popular casual waterfront seafood venue known for shrimp platters, fish soup, and summer harbor atmosphere.
Established central restaurant serving Norwegian and European dishes in a polished yet relaxed setting.
Tønsberg is costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and local transport are pricier than many city breaks, though budget lunches and supermarket food help.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional and uncommon.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kristiansand to Tønsberg 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 Tønsberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kristiansand to Tønsberg buses use the Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon to Sem, E18 (Aulerødkrysset) station pair. Use this guide to compare Kristiansand and Tønsberg 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.
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