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Compare train and bus for Oslo to Karlstad
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oslo to Karlstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 103 miles (166 km)
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€35 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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How to get from Oslo to Karlstad by train, bus or flight.
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The best way to travel from Oslo to Karlstad is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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FAQs: Travel from Oslo to Karlstad
Travel to Karlstad 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 Karlstad.
You can get between Oslo and Karlstad 2 different ways: train or bus.
The cheapest way to get from Oslo to Karlstad is by taking a bus with average ticket prices of $13 (€11) compared to other travel options to Karlstad:
Taking a bus costs $1 (€1) less than taking a train, which average ticket prices of $13 (€12).
The fastest way from Oslo to Karlstad is by train with an average journey time of 2 h 32 min.
There are alternative travel options to Karlstad that take longer:
Getting to Karlstad by bus takes 2 h 55 min on average.
Karlstad is approximately 102 miles (165 km) away from Oslo.
The average frequency per day from Oslo to Karlstad is:
- 2 buses a day.
- 4 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip from Oslo to Karlstad as scheduled services by train or bus can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Oslo to Karlstad:
- Most travelers take a bus from Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) to Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation.
- Most travelers catch their train from Oslo Central Station and arrive in Karlstad tågstation.
Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Oslo to Karlstad:
- You can travel between Oslo and Karlstad by bus with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Norwegian Railways (VY) or Vy Buss. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $13 (€11) with FlixBus from Oslo to Karlstad.
- You can go to Karlstad from Oslo by train with SJ, vy, Vy Travel AB or Swedish Railways (SJ). You'll see cheap train tickets for $13 (€12) with SJ from Oslo to Karlstad on Omio.
Yes, there are direct routes from Oslo to Karlstad with the following travel companies:
- You can find 2 direct buses per day to take to Karlstad with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Norwegian Railways (VY) or Vy Buss.
- You can find 4 direct trains per day to take to Karlstad with SJ, Vy Travel AB or Swedish Railways (SJ).
Direct services to Karlstad tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your trip.
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