How to travel from Hamburg to Oslo

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Compare bus, flight, and ferry for Hamburg to Oslo

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Oslo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $117 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $117, while a flight costs an average of $584.

Distance: 438 miles (706 km)

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Driving

$125

Average price

$504

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$584

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$117

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$343

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15h 21m

Average total duration

14h 51m

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21h 0m

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20h 0m

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5h 10m

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3h 10m

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13h 40m

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13h 10m

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11h 27m

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0.7 - 1.8kg

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2.1 - 4.2kg

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Color Line

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Sas Airways

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SJ

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

The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Oslo is a train with an average price of $117.

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

A train is $8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Hamburg to Oslo costing on average $125.

A train is $388 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Hamburg to Oslo costing on average $504.

A train is $468 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Oslo costing on average $584.

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Oslo is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 10m.

Other travel options to Oslo take longer:

Train takes on average 13h 40m.

Bus takes on average 15h 21m.

Ferry takes on average 21h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hamburg and Oslo including taking a bus, flight, and ferry.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Hamburg to Oslo 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 $125 compared to roughly $343 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $219. The journey takes 14h 51m versus 11h 27m 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 Hamburg to Oslo

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:00 PM14h55
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    8:55 AMOslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)
    $1181One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:00 PM14h55
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    8:55 AMOslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)
    $1181One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Norwegian Air ShuttleDY1127
    1:45 PM1h25
    Hamburg Airport
    3:10 PMOslo Airport Gardermoen
    $2041One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • WideroeWF1859 · WF405
    1:20 PM19h15
    Hamburg Airport
    8:35 AMOslo Sandefjord Airport, Torp
    $1741One-way
    1 transfer
  • WideroeWF1859 · WF427
    1:20 PM7h50
    Hamburg Airport
    9:10 PMOslo Sandefjord Airport, Torp
    $1931One-way
    1 transfer
  • Sas AirwaysSK2646 · SK491
    1:45 PM3h25
    Hamburg Airport
    5:10 PMOslo Airport Gardermoen
    $2881One-way
    1 transfer
  • Color LineColor Line
    2:00 PM20h00
    Port of Kiel (Norwegenkai)
    10:00 AMOslo
    $4191One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Oslo.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Hamburg and Oslo including taking a bus, flight, and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Oslo is a train with an average price of $117.

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

A train is $8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Hamburg to Oslo costing on average $125.

A train is $388 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Hamburg to Oslo costing on average $504.

A train is $468 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Oslo costing on average $584.

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Oslo is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 10m.

Other travel options to Oslo take longer:

Train takes on average 13h 40m.

Bus takes on average 15h 21m.

Ferry takes on average 21h 0m.

The distance from Hamburg to Oslo is approximately 438 miles (706 km).
The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Oslo is:
  • Around 88 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.
  • Around 1 ferries per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hamburg to Oslo:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Oslo Airport Gardermoen.
  • Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Oslo Central Station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arrive in Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Kiel (Norwegenkai) and arrive in Oslo.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamburg to Oslo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Color Line, Color Line to go to Oslo by ferry.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Sindbad to go to Oslo by bus.
  • Travel with SJ to go to Oslo by train.
  • Travel with Norwegian Air Shuttle, Sas Airways, KLM, Wideroe, KLM Cityhopper, Air France, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic, Cityjet, Lufthansa Cityline, asl airlines, Global Supply Systems, Qatar Airways, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, TAP Portugal to go to Oslo by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Hamburg to Oslo with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct ferries per day with Color Line, Color Line.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Sindbad.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Norwegian Air Shuttle.
Omio customers who travel from Hamburg 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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