How to travel from Kristiansand to Oslo

There are 3 options to travel between Kristiansand and Oslo including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Kristiansand to Oslo is a bus with an average price of €46.

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

A bus is €1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kristiansand to Oslo costing on average €47.

A bus is €415 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kristiansand to Oslo costing on average €460.

The fastest way to travel from Kristiansand to Oslo is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 45m.

Other travel options to Oslo take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 46m.

Train takes on average 5h 8m.

The distance from Kristiansand to Oslo is approximately 155 miles (250 km).

The average frequency per day from Kristiansand to Oslo is:

• Around 22 buses per day.
• Around 21 flights per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kristiansand 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 Kristiansand 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 Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon and arrive in Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal).
• {stationMode_4} mostly depart from Hirtshals Port and arrive in Larvik Revet terminal.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kristiansand to Oslo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus to go to Oslo by bus.
• Travel with Norwegian Air Shuttle, Sas Airways to go to Oslo by flight.
• Travel with Go-Ahead Nordic to go to Oslo by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Kristiansand to Oslo with the following travel companies:

• 22 direct buses per day with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus.
• 4 direct flights per day with Norwegian Air Shuttle, Sas Airways.
• 6 direct trains per day with Go-Ahead Nordic.

Omio customers who travel from Kristiansand 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.