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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Kristiansand to Sandnes
Cheapest price
€165
Average price
€165
Fastest journey
16 h 11 m
Average duration
16 h 11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
539 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kristiansand to Sandnes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kristiansand to Sandnes will cost around €165 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €165.
It's difficult to get from Kristiansand to Sandnes without transferring at least 2 times.
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R60 · F63:56 PM16h11Kristiansand8:07 AMSandnes€1651One-way2 transfers
- F5+R60 · F63:56 PM16h11Kristiansand8:07 AMSandnes€1651One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Kristiansand to Sandnes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kristiansand to Sandnes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €73.
Distance: 334 miles (539 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€116 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest | €42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 42m Average total duration 15h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kristiansand to Sandnes:
A bus is €87 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kristiansand to Sandnes costing on average €116.
Other travel options to Sandnes take longer:
Train takes on average 15h 12m.
Tickets start at around €116 compared to roughly €42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-74.17. The journey takes 15h 12m versus 8h 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kristiansand to Sandnes
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Trains from Kristiansand to Sandnes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 15h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €73 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:17, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 334 miles (539 km) distance in 11h 18m.
Distance 334 miles (539 km) |
Average train duration 15h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €73 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 11h 18m |
First train 2:17 AM |
Last train 9:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Go-Ahead Nordic from Kristiansand to Sandnes trainsGo-Ahead Nordic trains will get you between Kristiansand and Sandnes from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Kristiansand to Sandnes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kristiansand to Sandnes by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sandnes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kristiansand to Sandnes
Most Kristiansand to Sandnes trains use the Kristiansand to Glåmos station pair. Use this guide to compare Kristiansand and Sandnes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kristiansand station do trains to Sandnes leave from?
Getting to Kristiansand from Kristiansand city centre
Kristiansand is 2 km from Kristiansand city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Kristiansand train station facilities and services
Kristiansand has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kristiansand.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kristiansand. ATMs are available at Kristiansand.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kristiansand: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kristiansand: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kristiansand.
Which Sandnes station do trains from Kristiansand arrive at?
Getting to Glåmos from Sandnes city centre
Glåmos is 8 km from Sandnes city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Glåmos train station facilities and services
Glåmos has practical services for this route, including Parking.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glåmos: Parking.
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