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Compare train, bus, and flight for Copenhagen to Oslo

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Oslo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $64.

Distance: 300 miles (483 km)

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$58

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$198

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$188

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$144

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7h 39m

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7h 9m

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8h 51m

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Norwegian Air Shuttle

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The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Oslo is a bus with an average price of $58 (€47).

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

A bus is $130 (€106) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Oslo costing on average $188 (€153).

A bus is $140 (€114) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Oslo costing on average $198 (€161).

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Oslo is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 18m.

Other travel options to Oslo take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 9m.

Train takes on average 8h 21m.

Ferry takes on average 17h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Copenhagen and Oslo including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Copenhagen to Oslo among Omio's users.

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from Copenhagen to Oslo

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

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

  • Vy Bus4You600
    9:45 PM8h05
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    5:50 AMOslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Vy Bus4You600
    9:45 PM8h05
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    5:50 AMOslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD83234
    8:30 PM1h10
    Copenhagen Airport
    9:40 PMOslo Airport Gardermoen
    $1721One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Vy Bus4You600
    1:15 PM8h05
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    9:20 PMOslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)
    $531One-way
    0 transfers
  • Vy Bus4You600
    2:15 PM8h05
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    10:20 PMOslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)
    $531One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:30 PM8h04
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    8:34 PMOslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)
    $541One-way
    0 transfers
  • Norwegian Air ShuttleDY949
    7:10 PM1h10
    Copenhagen Airport
    8:20 PMOslo Airport Gardermoen
    $1881One-way
    0 transfers
  • Norwegian Air ShuttleDY941
    3:30 PM1h10
    Copenhagen Airport
    4:40 PMOslo Airport Gardermoen
    $2051One-way
    0 transfers
  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD83228
    2:20 PM1h10
    Copenhagen Airport
    3:30 PMOslo Airport Gardermoen
    $2051One-way
    0 transfers

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How to Travel from Copenhagen to Oslo?

Traveling from Copenhagen to Oslo is easy due to the daily connections by buses, trains and planes that are available. On average, a bus takes 8 hours, as does a train ride, excluding the transfers, while a direct flight takes 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the distance between the two cities.

What is the Cheapest Way to Get from Copenhagen to Oslo?

For those who want to travel from Copenhagen to Oslo on a tight budget, a bus ride is a solid option. Three major bus companies service this route, including Vy bus4you, Oresundstag and FlixBus. Vy bus4you offers four departures per day, while FlixBus offers three departures most days, often with a transfer in Gothenburg. Both buses depart from Ingerslevgade, and arrive into the Gallerian bus terminal in Oslo. Meanwhile, Oresundstag offers up to 20 connections per day, most of them with two changes in Malmo and Gothenburg.

What is the Fastest Way to Travel from Copenhagen to Oslo?

Flying is undoubtedly the fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Oslo, with an average flight time of 1 hour 10 minutes. The transfer time at the airport can be as little as 40 minutes, with a check-in time of 45 minutes. SAS, Norwegian, KLM and Wideroe offer daily connections between the Danish and Norwegian capitals. Although SAS runs the most flights between the two cities, Norwegian is popular for its cheap flights. Most trips depart from the Copenhagen Airport and arrive at the Oslo Airport Gardermoen, except for Wideroe, which lands at Oslo Sandefjord Airport.

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The Omio app and website make it easy to book transportation from Copenhagen to Oslo, as customers can enjoy the convenience of searching, comparing and booking their preferred means of transport all in one place.

Travel from Copenhagen to Oslo by Train

Trains offer a great option to travel from Copenhagen to Oslo. There are multiple departures per day, with Oresundstag as the primary operator along this route. There are two departure points, Copenhagen Central Station and Orestad Station, and Oslo Central Station is the main arrival terminal. However, there is no direct rail connection between the two cities. All the trains make one or two stops, one in Malmo, and the other in Gothenburg, before proceeding to Oslo. From the arrival terminal, travelers can access the city center via a bus, tram or shuttle train.

Travel from Copenhagen to Oslo by Bus

If you want to enjoy the breathtaking scenery between Copenhagen and Oslo, the bus is an unbeatable option. Vy bus4you, FlixBus and Oresundstag offer reliable connections between the two destinations. Vy bus4you makes four daily departures, with FlixBus making three direct connections per day. Oresundstag offers most of the trips, and they all make one or two changes at Malmo and Gothenburg. The departure station in Copenhagen is Ingerslevgade, and the arriving buses stop at the Olso Bus Terminal. The Oslo city center is a ten minute walk from the terminal.

Travel from Copenhagen to Oslo by Plane

A flight between Copenhagen and Oslo lasts about 1 hour 40 minutes, excluding the airport transfer and check-in times. Popular airlines that fly between the two cities are SAS, Norwegian, KLM and Wideroe. SAS has the highest frequency of flights, but some travelers like Norwegian as it offers cheaper flights. Planes depart from the Copenhagen Airport, and land at the Oslo Airport Gardermoen. The airport express train will take you to the city center in the shortest time possible. If you're on a budget, however, then the Norwegian Railway comes in handy.

How to get from Copenhagen to Oslo

The Best Way According to our Users

If you want to travel from Copenhagen to Oslo there are several options available to you. For this route, however, 76,56% of our customers choose the bus as their preferred method of transportation. Nowadays, traveling by bus is a relaxing and entertaining experience. Most bus companies offer different on-board services; ranging from "welcome drinks" to free wi-fi or personal entertainment. For this reason, the bus is often chosen as the best way to get from Copenhagen to Oslo. Bus companies normally offer comfortable journeys for reasonable prices, and if you choose to travel on a night bus you can even save the money of one night in a hotel. For that reason, the bus is most likely the cheapest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen to Oslo.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Copenhagen and Oslo including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Oslo is a bus with an average price of $58 (€47).

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

A bus is $130 (€106) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Oslo costing on average $188 (€153).

A bus is $140 (€114) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Oslo costing on average $198 (€161).

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Oslo is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 18m.

Other travel options to Oslo take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 9m.

Train takes on average 8h 21m.

Ferry takes on average 17h 53m.

The distance from Copenhagen to Oslo is approximately 300 miles (483 km).
The average frequency per day from Copenhagen to Oslo is:
  • Around 51 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.
  • Around 1 ferries per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Copenhagen to Oslo:
  • Flights mostly depart from Copenhagen Airport and arrive in Oslo Airport Gardermoen.
  • Buses mostly depart from København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro and arrive in Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Copenhagen (DFDS) Ferry Terminal and arrive in Oslo.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Copenhagen to Oslo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Norwegian Air Shuttle, Sas Airways, Air Baltic, regional jet, braathens regional aviation, Cityjet to go to Oslo by flight.
  • Travel with Oresundstag, SJ to go to Oslo by train.
  • Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Infobus, Sindbad, Vy Buss to go to Oslo by bus.
  • Travel with DFDS to go to Oslo by ferry.
Yes, there are direct services available from Copenhagen to Oslo with the following travel companies:
  • 17 direct flights per day with Norwegian Air Shuttle, Sas Airways, regional jet, braathens regional aviation, Cityjet.
  • 8 direct buses per day with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Infobus, Sindbad, Vy Buss.
  • 1 direct ferries per day with DFDS.
Omio customers who travel from Copenhagen to Oslo often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Gothenburg, Bergen, Tromsø, Trondheim. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Oslo and these popular destinations at a great price.
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