- Must visit
MUNCH
Striking waterfront museum housing Edvard Munch’s masterpieces and major exhibitions in a landmark modern building.
Cheapest price
€62
Average price
€84
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 42 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
307 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sandnes to Oslo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sandnes to Oslo will cost around €84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.
Of the 6 buses that leave Sandnes for Oslo on Tue, Aug 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 307 km distance in an average of 7 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 8 h 13 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.
VY190
FlixBus
VY190
VY190
VY190
VY190
VY190
VY190
VY190
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sandnes to Oslo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €48.
Distance: 190 miles (307 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€47 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest | €111 Average price | €129 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Sandnes to Oslo:
A train is €12 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sandnes to Oslo costing on average €47.
A train is €76 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sandnes to Oslo costing on average €111.
Other travel options to Oslo take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 5m.
Train takes on average 8h 5m.
You'll arrive about 37m sooner (6h 5m by bus vs 6h 42m by car) and save roughly €82 compared to fuel and tolls (€47 vs €129). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 04:18PM | Duration 7h58 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €76 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €136 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:47PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 8h13 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €47 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 08:48PM | Duration 7h58 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 10:18PM | Duration 7h58 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 03:54PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 15h11 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €137 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 03:56PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 15h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €96 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €71 |
The table below shows live departures for Sandnes to Oslo buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VY190 | 7:20 AM Sandnes, Ruten | 7h30 | 2:50 PM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 10:20 AM Sandnes, Ruten | 7h30 | 5:50 PM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 · VY170 | 11:05 AM Sandnes, Ruten | 18h40 | 5:45 AM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:47 PM Sandnes, Ruten | 8h13 | 9:00 PM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 2:20 PM Sandnes, Ruten | 7h58 | 10:18 PM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 6:35 PM Sandnes, Ruten | 7h20 | 1:55 AM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Sandnes to Oslo run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €19 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:54, the last at 23:31. The fastest bus covers the 190 miles (307 km) distance in 7h 16m.
Distance 190 miles (307 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 7h 16m |
First bus 3:54 AM |
Last bus 11:31 PM |
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Oslo Schweigaards gate Bussterminal -> Oslo Central Station, Oslo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sandnes to Oslo 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 Oslo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sandnes to Oslo buses use the Sandnes, Ruten to Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) station pair. Use this guide to compare Sandnes and Oslo bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Bakery & Cafe (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal).
Available at Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal): Elevators, ramps.
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