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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kristiansand to Arendal
Cheapest price
9RM
Average price
28RM
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
45 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kristiansand to Arendal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kristiansand to Arendal will cost around 28RM if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 9RM.
Of the 27 buses that leave Kristiansand for Arendal every day 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 55 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 45 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.
FlixBus10:30 AM0h52Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon11:22 AMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal9 RM1One-way0 changes- FlixBus5:30 PM0h52Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon6:22 PMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal9 RM1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus9:30 AM0h52Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon10:22 AMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal9 RM1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus4:35 PM0h55Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon5:30 PMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal9 RM1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus2:30 PM0h52Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon3:22 PMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal9 RM1One-way0 changes
VY1908:00 AM0h45Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon8:45 AMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal41 RM1One-way0 changes- VY1906:00 PM0h45Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon6:45 PMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal41 RM1One-way0 changes
- VY19010:00 AM0h45Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon10:45 AMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal37 RM1One-way0 changes
- VY1909:00 AM0h45Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon9:45 AMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal41 RM1One-way0 changes
- VY1902:00 PM0h45Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon2:45 PMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal41 RM1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Kristiansand to Arendal
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kristiansand to Arendal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 5RM. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 5RM, and a train costs an average of 16RM.
Distance: 55 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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8RM Average Price Cheapest | 27RM Average Price |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Kristiansand to Arendal bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kristiansand to Arendal coaches for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VY190 | 7:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h45 | 7:45 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 8:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h45 | 8:45 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 10:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h45 | 10:45 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 14 August | |||||
| VY190 | 4:16 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h45 | 5:01 AM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 6:00 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h45 | 6:45 AM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 7:00 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h45 | 7:45 AM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h52 | 8:22 AM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 8:00 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h45 | 8:45 AM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:30 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h52 | 9:22 AM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 9:00 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h45 | 9:45 AM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h52 | 10:22 AM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 10:00 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h45 | 10:45 AM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h52 | 11:22 AM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 11:00 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h45 | 11:45 AM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 12:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h45 | 12:45 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:30 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h52 | 1:22 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 1:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h45 | 1:45 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 1:45 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h45 | 2:30 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 2:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h45 | 2:45 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:30 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h52 | 3:22 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 3:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h45 | 3:45 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:30 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h52 | 4:22 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 4:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h45 | 4:45 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:35 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h55 | 5:30 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 5:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h45 | 5:45 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:30 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h52 | 6:22 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 6:00 PM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 0h45 | 6:45 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kristiansand to Arendal
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Buses from Kristiansand to Arendal run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 5RM if you book in advance.
There are 19 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:46. The fastest coach covers the 55 km distance in 45m.
Distance 55 km |
Average bus duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price 5RM |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 12:04 AM |
Last bus 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Agder Kollektivtrafikk as from Kristiansand to ArendalYou can travel by bus between Kristiansand to Arendal with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Agder Kollektivtrafikk as for as low as 5RM. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Kristiansand to Arendal coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kristiansand to Arendal by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Arendal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kristiansand and Arendal
Most Kristiansand to Arendal buses use the Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon to Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Kristiansand and Arendal bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Kristiansand station do buses to Arendal leave from?
Getting to Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon from Kristiansand city centre
Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon is 2 km from Kristiansand city centre. Public transport options include:
Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon bus station facilities and services
Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Rutebilstasjon (in the station), Fiskebrygga Restaurant (0.5 km), Le Monde Tapas (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station, near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Kristiansand, E18 (Håneskrysset) from Kristiansand city centre
Kristiansand, E18 (Håneskrysset) is 4 km from Kristiansand city centre. Public transport options include:
Kristiansand, E18 (Håneskrysset) bus station facilities and services
Kristiansand, E18 (Håneskrysset) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kristiansand, E18 (Håneskrysset). ATMs are available at Kristiansand, E18 (Håneskrysset).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kristiansand, E18 (Håneskrysset).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kristiansand, E18 (Håneskrysset): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kristiansand, E18 (Håneskrysset): Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Getting to Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal from Arendal city centre
Most popular buses to and from Arendal and Kristiansand
Most popular bus connections
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