How to travel from Arendal to Oslo

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Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Arendal to Oslo

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Arendal to Oslo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $10 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $10, while a flight costs an average of $565.

Distance: 122 miles (197 km)

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Driving

$565

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$91

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$56

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$91

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4h 44m

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2h 44m

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4h 39m

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4h 9m

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3h 52m

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3h 22m

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3h 10m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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Sas Airways

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Go-Ahead Nordic

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Vy Bus4You

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Color Line

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Arendal to Oslo is a ferry with an average price of $10 (€8).

This is compared to other travel options from Arendal to Oslo:

A ferry is $47 (€38) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Arendal to Oslo costing on average $56 (€46).

A ferry is $81 (€67) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Arendal to Oslo costing on average $91 (€75).

A ferry is $556 (€458) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Arendal to Oslo costing on average $565 (€466).

The fastest way to travel from Arendal to Oslo is by ferry with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Oslo take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 52m.

Train takes on average 4h 39m.

Flight takes on average 4h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between Arendal and Oslo including taking a train, bus, flight, and ferry.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Arendal to Oslo among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 26m sooner (2h 44m by flight vs 3h 10m by car). Tickets start at around $565 (€466) compared to roughly $91 (€75) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Arendal to Oslo

How to get from Arendal to Oslo by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

ferry

The best way to travel from Arendal to Oslo is by taking a ferry because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Color LineColor Line
    10:00 AM2h30
    Sandefjord Port
    12:30 PMStrömstad-Sandefjord
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Color LineColor Line
    10:00 AM2h30
    Sandefjord Port
    12:30 PMStrömstad-Sandefjord
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Norwegian Air ShuttleDY277
    6:20 PM0h50
    Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik
    7:10 PMOslo Airport Gardermoen
    $3161One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Go-Ahead NordicF5 · F5
    5:09 AM4h16
    Arendal
    9:25 AMOslo Central Station
    $481One-way
    1 transfer
  • Go-Ahead NordicF5 · F5
    8:06 AM4h19
    Arendal
    12:25 PMOslo Central Station
    $481One-way
    1 transfer
  • Go-Ahead NordicR50 · F5
    10:10 AM4h15
    Arendal
    2:25 PMOslo Central Station
    $961One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:35 PM3h25
    Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal
    9:00 PMOslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)
    $441One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:27 PM3h18
    Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal
    6:45 PMOslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)
    $531One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:27 AM3h18
    Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal
    2:45 PMOslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)
    $531One-way
    0 transfers
  • Norwegian Air ShuttleDY271
    6:50 AM0h50
    Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik
    7:40 AMOslo Airport Gardermoen
    $3161One-way
    0 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK216
    3:50 PM0h50
    Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik
    4:40 PMOslo Airport Gardermoen
    $3961One-way
    0 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK208
    6:55 AM0h50
    Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik
    7:45 AMOslo Airport Gardermoen
    $3961One-way
    0 transfers
  • Color LineColor Line
    5:00 PM2h30
    Sandefjord Port
    7:30 PMStrömstad-Sandefjord
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Arendal to Oslo

Travel to Oslo easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Arendal to Oslo.

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There are 4 options to travel between Arendal and Oslo including taking a train, bus, flight, and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Arendal to Oslo is a ferry with an average price of $10 (€8).

This is compared to other travel options from Arendal to Oslo:

A ferry is $47 (€38) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Arendal to Oslo costing on average $56 (€46).

A ferry is $81 (€67) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Arendal to Oslo costing on average $91 (€75).

A ferry is $556 (€458) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Arendal to Oslo costing on average $565 (€466).

The fastest way to travel from Arendal to Oslo is by ferry with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Oslo take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 52m.

Train takes on average 4h 39m.

Flight takes on average 4h 44m.

The distance from Arendal to Oslo is approximately 122 miles (197 km).
The average frequency per day from Arendal to Oslo is:
  • Around 22 buses per day.
  • Around 21 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 2 ferries per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Arendal and Oslo as scheduled services by train, bus, flight, and ferry can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Arendal to Oslo:
  • {stationMode_1} mostly depart from Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik and arrive in Oslo Airport Gardermoen.
  • {stationMode_2} mostly depart from {departureStation_2} and arrive in Oslo Central Station.
  • {stationMode_3} mostly depart from Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal and arrive in Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal).
  • {stationMode_4} mostly depart from Sandefjord Port and arrive in Strömstad-Sandefjord.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Arendal to Oslo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Norwegian Air Shuttle, Sas Airways to go to Oslo by flight.
  • Travel with Go-Ahead Nordic to go to Oslo by train.
  • Travel with Color Line, Color Line to go to Oslo by ferry.
  • Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus to go to Oslo by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Arendal to Oslo with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Norwegian Air Shuttle, Sas Airways.
  • 2 direct ferries per day with Color Line, Color Line.
  • 22 direct buses per day with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Arendal to Oslo often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Copenhagen, Bergen, Gothenburg, Trondheim. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Oslo and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Oslo to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Oslo, you can explore Vigeland Park, the world's largest sculpture park made by a single artist, featuring over 200 sculptures by Gustav Vigeland. Visit the Viking Ship Museum to see well-preserved Viking ships and artifacts, or enjoy performances and rooftop views at the Oslo Opera House. Art enthusiasts will appreciate the Munch Museum, dedicated to Edvard Munch's works, while history buffs can explore Akershus Fortress, a medieval castle offering panoramic views and historical exhibits. Additionally, the Royal Palace offers guided tours during the summer.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Oslo is usually sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the Viking Ship Museum, Vigeland Sculpture Park, and the Opera House, while also enjoying the local culture and cuisine.

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