How to travel from Kiel to Oslo

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

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Kiel to Oslo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €111 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €111, while a flight costs an average of €518.

Distance: 387 miles (623 km)

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Driving

€426

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€111

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Cheapest

€518

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€273

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21h 0m

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20h 0m

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15h 53m

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15h 23m

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30m

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5h 9m

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3h 9m

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9h 30m

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0.6 - 1.6kg

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1.9 - 3.7kg

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FlixBus

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Sas Airways

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Compare ways to travel from Kiel to Oslo

Compare the available ways to get from Kiel to Oslo, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Kiel to Oslo is a bus with an average price of €111.

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

A bus is €316 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Kiel to Oslo costing on average €426.

A bus is €408 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kiel to Oslo costing on average €518.

The fastest way to travel from Kiel to Oslo is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 9m.

Other travel options to Oslo take longer:

Bus takes on average 15h 53m.

Ferry takes on average 21h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between Kiel and Oslo including taking a train, bus, flight, and ferry.
We recommend using the ferry as it is the most popular way to get from Kiel to Oslo among Omio's users.

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from Kiel to Oslo

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Sas AirwaysSK650 · SK1468
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Sas AirwaysSK2646 · SK847
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1756 · KL1207
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1754 · KL1207
    1 transfer
  • Color LineColor Line
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Kiel 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 Kiel to Oslo.

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There are 4 options to travel between Kiel and Oslo including taking a train, bus, flight, and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Kiel to Oslo is a bus with an average price of €111.

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

A bus is €316 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Kiel to Oslo costing on average €426.

A bus is €408 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kiel to Oslo costing on average €518.

The fastest way to travel from Kiel to Oslo is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 9m.

Other travel options to Oslo take longer:

Bus takes on average 15h 53m.

Ferry takes on average 21h 0m.

The distance from Kiel to Oslo is approximately 387 miles (623 km).
The average frequency per day from Kiel to Oslo is:
  • Around 82 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.
  • Around 1 ferries per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kiel 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 Kiel to Oslo:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Oslo Airport Gardermoen.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kiel, ZOB 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 Kiel to Oslo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Sas Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Air France, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Wideroe, KLM Cityhopper, Global Supply Systems, Helvetic Airways, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Brussels Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic, Swiss, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, Cityjet, TAP Portugal, asl airlines to go to Oslo by flight.
  • Travel with Color Line, Color Line to go to Oslo by ferry.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Oslo by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Kiel to Oslo with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Norwegian Air Shuttle.
  • 1 direct ferries per day with Color Line, Color Line.
Omio customers who travel from Kiel 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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