How to travel from Oslo to Kalmar

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Oslo to Kalmar

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oslo to Kalmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $87 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 9h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $87, while a train costs an average of $127.

Distance: 303 miles (488 km)

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$127

Average price

$87

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Cheapest

$159

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9h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

8h 32m

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30m

Additional time*

13h 49m

Average total duration

13h 19m

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7h 10m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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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 Oslo to Kalmar is a bus with an average price of $87.

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

A bus is $40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oslo to Kalmar costing on average $127.

A bus is $206 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oslo to Kalmar costing on average $292.

The fastest way to travel from Oslo to Kalmar is by train with an average journey time of 9h 2m.

Other travel options to Kalmar take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 49m.

Flight takes on average 16h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Oslo and Kalmar including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Oslo to Kalmar among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $127 compared to roughly $159 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $32. The journey takes 8h 32m versus 7h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Oslo to Kalmar

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Snälltåget31 Snälltåget+Oresundstag1024 Öresundståg
    2:48 PM20h11
    Oslo Central Station
    10:59 AMKalmar Centralstation
    $651One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Snälltåget31 Snälltåget+Oresundstag1024 Öresundståg
    2:48 PM20h11
    Oslo Central Station
    10:59 AMKalmar Centralstation
    $651One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SJ638 SJ · 541 SJ+TagiBergslagen8173 Tåg i Bergslagen+Oresundstag1104 Öresundståg
    11:46 AM9h13
    Oslo Central Station
    8:59 PMKalmar Centralstation
    $1661One-way
    3 transfers

Other options

  • Snälltåget31 Snälltåget+Oresundstag1024 Öresundståg+Lanstrafiken401 Kalmar länstrafik
    2:48 PM20h24
    Oslo Central Station
    11:12 AMKalmar
    $691One-way
    2 transfers
  • vy8940 Vy Tåg+SJ3967 SJ+Oresundstag1127 Öresundståg · 1120 Öresundståg
    10:52 AM12h07
    Oslo Central Station
    10:59 PMKalmar Centralstation
    $1181One-way
    3 transfers
  • vy8940 Vy Tåg+SJ3967 SJ+Lanstrafiken401 Kalmar länstrafik+Oresundstag1127 Öresundståg
    10:52 AM12h20
    Oslo Central Station
    11:12 PMKalmar
    $1221One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:00 AM16h02
    Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)
    12:02 AMKalmar, Järnvägstation
    $791One-way
    1 transfer
  • Vy Bus4You600 · 400 · 200
    10:00 AM13h45
    Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)
    11:45 PMKalmar, Järnvägstation
    $1111One-way
    2 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK886 · SK195
    7:50 PM19h25
    Oslo Airport Gardermoen
    3:15 PMKalmar Airport
    $3591One-way
    1 transfer
  • Sas AirwaysSK488 · SK195
    5:10 PM22h05
    Oslo Airport Gardermoen
    3:15 PMKalmar Airport
    $3591One-way
    1 transfer
  • Sas AirwaysSK882 · SK195
    4:05 PM23h10
    Oslo Airport Gardermoen
    3:15 PMKalmar Airport
    $3591One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Oslo to Kalmar

Travel to Kalmar 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 Oslo to Kalmar.

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There are 3 options to travel between Oslo and Kalmar including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Oslo to Kalmar is a bus with an average price of $87.

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

A bus is $40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oslo to Kalmar costing on average $127.

A bus is $206 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oslo to Kalmar costing on average $292.

The fastest way to travel from Oslo to Kalmar is by train with an average journey time of 9h 2m.

Other travel options to Kalmar take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 49m.

Flight takes on average 16h 46m.

The distance from Oslo to Kalmar is approximately 303 miles (488 km).
The average frequency per day from Oslo to Kalmar is:
  • Around 20 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Oslo and Kalmar 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 Oslo to Kalmar:
  • Flights mostly depart from Oslo Airport Gardermoen and arrive in Kalmar Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Oslo Central Station and arrive in Kalmar Centralstation.
  • Buses mostly depart from Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) and arrive in Kalmar, Järnvägstation.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Oslo to Kalmar, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Vy Bus4You to go to Kalmar by bus.
  • Travel with SJ, Snälltåget, vy, Norwegian Railways (VY) to go to Kalmar by train.
Omio customers who travel from Oslo to Kalmar often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Copenhagen, Gothenburg, Malmö, Copenhagen Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kalmar and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Kalmar to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To explore the main attractions in Kalmar, such as Kalmar Castle, the Old Town, and the Kalmar County Museum, two to three days would be sufficient. This allows for a relaxed pace to enjoy the historical sites and scenic coastal views.

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