How to travel from Gothenburg to Stavanger

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Compare bus and flight for Gothenburg to Stavanger

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Stavanger among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $109 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $109, while a flight costs an average of $233.

Distance: 242 miles (390 km)

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$109

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Cheapest

$233

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$222

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(fuel + tolls)

14h 10m

Average total duration

13h 40m

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3h 58m

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1h 58m

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9h 19m

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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1.2 - 2.3kg

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Sas Airways

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

The cheapest way to travel from Gothenburg to Stavanger is a bus with an average price of $109 (€88).

This is compared to other travel options from Gothenburg to Stavanger:

A bus is $124 (€100) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg to Stavanger costing on average $233 (€188).

The fastest way to travel from Gothenburg to Stavanger is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 58m.

Other travel options to Stavanger take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gothenburg and Stavanger including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Gothenburg to Stavanger among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $109 (€88) compared to roughly $222 (€179) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $113 (€91). The journey takes 13h 40m versus 9h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Gothenburg to Stavanger

How to get from Gothenburg to Stavanger by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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

  • Vy Bus4You600 · VY190
    6:45 AM15h29
    Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen
    10:14 PMStavanger, Bussterminal
    $781One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Vy Bus4You600 · VY190
    6:45 AM15h29
    Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen
    10:14 PMStavanger, Bussterminal
    $781One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Sas AirwaysSK1439 · SK1870
    6:00 AM3h45
    Göteborg-Landvetter Airport
    9:45 AMStavanger Airport
    $3281One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Vy Bus4You600 · VY190
    9:30 AM12h44
    Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen
    10:14 PMStavanger, Bussterminal
    $791One-way
    1 transfer
  • Vy Bus4YouVY190 · 600
    2:20 AM13h54
    Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
    4:14 PMStavanger, Bussterminal
    $821One-way
    1 transfer
  • SJ481 SJ 3000+Oresundstag1043 Öresundstågen+Norwegian Air ShuttleDY949 · DY522
    6:39 AM25h11
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    7:50 AMStavanger Airport
    $1651One-way
    3 transfers
  • SJ481 SJ 3000+Oresundstag1043 Öresundstågen+Norwegian Air ShuttleDY949 · DY524
    6:39 AM26h06
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    8:45 AMStavanger Airport
    $1651One-way
    3 transfers
  • SJ485 SJ 3000+Oresundstag1075 Öresundstågen+Norwegian Air ShuttleDY522 · DY949
    10:39 AM21h11
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    7:50 AMStavanger Airport
    $1671One-way
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Gothenburg to Stavanger

Travel to Stavanger 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 Gothenburg to Stavanger.

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There are 2 options to travel between Gothenburg and Stavanger including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Gothenburg to Stavanger is a bus with an average price of $109 (€88).

This is compared to other travel options from Gothenburg to Stavanger:

A bus is $124 (€100) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg to Stavanger costing on average $233 (€188).

The fastest way to travel from Gothenburg to Stavanger is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 58m.

Other travel options to Stavanger take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 10m.

The distance from Gothenburg to Stavanger is approximately 242 miles (390 km).
The average frequency per day from Gothenburg to Stavanger is:
  • Around 27 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Gothenburg to Stavanger:
  • Flights mostly depart from Göteborg-Landvetter Airport and arrive in Stavanger Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen and arrive in Stavanger, Bussterminal.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Hirtshals (Fjord Line) and arrive in Stavanger (Risavika Utenriksterminal).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gothenburg to Stavanger, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Sas Airways, Cityjet to go to Stavanger by flight.
  • Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss to go to Stavanger by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Gothenburg to Stavanger often also extend their vacation to go to Oslo, Bergen, Kristiansand, Copenhagen, Stockholm. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Stavanger and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Stavanger to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Stavanger, you can hike to Kjeragbolten for breathtaking views, explore vibrant street art, and visit the Stavanger Art Museum. Take a fjord cruise to admire stunning landscapes and enjoy a culinary tour to taste local Norwegian delicacies. Don't miss sights like Preikestolen, Stavanger Cathedral, the Norwegian Petroleum Museum, Gamle Stavanger, and the Swords in Rock monument.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Stavanger is ideal to explore its main attractions such as the iconic Pulpit Rock, the charming Old Stavanger, and the Norwegian Petroleum Museum.

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