- Must visit
Norwegian Petroleum Museum
Norway's flagship petroleum museum explains offshore oil history with immersive exhibits, industrial artifacts, and family-friendly displays.
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Cheapest price
$184
Average price
$184
Fastest journey
16h 56m
Average duration
16h 56m
Trains per day
1
Distance
504 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sandnes to Stavanger among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $2. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $2, and a train costs an average of $95.
Distance: 323 miles (520 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$158 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 3m Average total duration 20h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sandnes to Stavanger:
A bus is $152 (€124) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sandnes to Stavanger costing on average $158 (€129).
Other travel options to Stavanger take longer:
Train takes on average 20h 33m.
Tickets start at around $158 (€129) compared to roughly $83 (€68) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-74.55 (€-61.22). The journey takes 20h 33m versus 12h 4m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Sandnes to Stavanger trains for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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R60 · F6+ F5 | 6:18 AM Sandnes | 16h56 | 11:14 PM Stavanger Station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Sandnes to Stavanger run on average 3 times per day, taking around 20h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $95 (€78) but you can travel from only $2 (€2) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 323 miles (520 km) distance in 15h 7m.
Distance 323 miles (520 km) |
Average train duration 20h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€78) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 15h 7m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 10:27 PM |
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Discover the best of Stavanger — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stavanger trip today.
Norway's flagship petroleum museum explains offshore oil history with immersive exhibits, industrial artifacts, and family-friendly displays.
Fine arts museum with strong Norwegian collections, especially Lars Hertervig, plus rotating exhibitions by modern and contemporary artists.
Open-air museum of preserved white wooden houses showing how ordinary Stavanger families lived from the 18th century onward.
Stavanger's famous old town features cobbled lanes and one of Europe's best-preserved collections of white wooden houses.
Colorful harborfront promenade lined with historic buildings, boats, and lively city views; ideal for a first walk in Stavanger.
Street of vividly painted houses that became a social media favorite, adding a playful modern contrast to Stavanger's white facades.
Sour fermented trout, usually served with flatbread, sour cream and potatoes. A classic Norwegian preservation dish still valued in festive meals.
Salt-cured and dried mutton, often steamed and served with potatoes and mashed rutabaga. A traditional western Norwegian autumn and Christmas dish.
Smoked sheep’s head, split and cured before cooking. It is a historic Norwegian specialty linked to older rural food traditions.
Michelin-starred fine dining highlighting Norwegian seafood and seasonal produce in an intimate, polished setting.
Elegant seafood restaurant by the harbor, known for shellfish, fish and refined Nordic cooking with waterfront views.
Historic restaurant in central Stavanger serving classic Norwegian dishes and seafood in a traditional, wood-lined atmosphere.
Stavanger is costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and drinks are pricey, though local buses are reasonable and cards are widely accepted.
Tipping is not expected. Service is usually included; round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis can be rounded up; cafés usually do not require tips.
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Stavanger Station -> Stavanger Cathedral
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sandnes to Stavanger 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 Stavanger, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sandnes to Stavanger trains use the Glåmos to Stavanger Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Sandnes and Stavanger train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glåmos is 8 km from Sandnes city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Glåmos has practical services for this route, including Parking.
Available at Glåmos: Parking.
Stavanger Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Nero, Egon Stavanger
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Stavanger Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Stavanger Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stavanger Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stavanger Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stavanger Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Atlantic Hotel, Scandic Stavanger City, Comfort Hotel Square.
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