How to travel from Oslo to Linköping

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Compare bus and train for Oslo to Linköping

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oslo to Linköping among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, while a train costs an average of $52.

Distance: 201 miles (324 km)

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$52

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9h 3m

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Compare ways to travel from Oslo to Linköping

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

The cheapest way to travel from Oslo to Linköping is a bus with an average price of $46 (€39).

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

A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oslo to Linköping costing on average $52 (€44).

The fastest way to travel from Oslo to Linköping is by train with an average journey time of 6h 9m.

Other travel options to Linköping take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oslo and Linköping including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Oslo to Linköping 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 $52 (€44) compared to roughly $111 (€94) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $60 (€50). The journey takes 5h 39m versus 5h 32m 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 Linköping

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

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

  • Malartag2119 Mälartåg+SJ Snabbtåg626 SJ Snabbtåg
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Malartag2119 Mälartåg+SJ Snabbtåg626 SJ Snabbtåg
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Malartag2119 Mälartåg+SJ Snabbtåg626 SJ Snabbtåg
    1 transfer

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  • SJ InterCity674 SJ InterCity+Malartag2155 Mälartåg
    1 transfer
  • Malartag2127 Mälartåg+SJ InterCity660 SJ InterCity
    1 transfer
  • SJ Snabbtåg648 SJ Snabbtåg+Malartag2163 Mälartåg+SJ InterCity287 SJ InterCity
    2 transfers
  • Vy Express Sweden300+Vy Bus4You400
    1 transfer
  • Vy Express Sweden300 · 500
    1 transfer
  • Vy Bus4You600+Vy Express Sweden500
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Oslo to Linköping

Travel to Linköping 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 Linköping.

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There are 2 options to travel between Oslo and Linköping including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Oslo to Linköping is a bus with an average price of $46 (€39).

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

A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oslo to Linköping costing on average $52 (€44).

The fastest way to travel from Oslo to Linköping is by train with an average journey time of 6h 9m.

Other travel options to Linköping take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 3m.

The distance from Oslo to Linköping is approximately 201 miles (324 km).
The average frequency per day from Oslo to Linköping is:
  • Around 18 buses per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Oslo to Linköping:
  • Trains mostly depart from Oslo Central Station and arrive in Linköping Central Station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) and arrive in Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Oslo to Linköping, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Express Sweden to go to Linköping by bus.
  • Travel with SJ, vy, Snälltåget, Tågab to go to Linköping by train.
Omio customers who travel from Oslo to Linköping often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Gothenburg, Copenhagen, Stockholm Arlanda Airport, Stockholm-Arlanda. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Linköping and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Linköping to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Linköping, you can enjoy leisurely walks and picnics at Linköping City Park, explore regional art and history at Östergötlands Museum, and savor Swedish cuisine at local markets. Take a boat tour on the Kinda Canal and experience the vibrant nightlife and dining in the city center. Visit notable sights such as the historic Linköping Cathedral, the 19th-century Gamla Linköping Open-Air Museum, the Flygvapenmuseum with its aviation exhibits, Linköping Castle with its beautiful gardens, and the scenic Stångån River for outdoor activities.
Two to three days in Linköping are ideal to explore its historical landmarks, such as the Linköping Cathedral and Gamla Linköping Open-Air Museum, and to enjoy the scenic Stångån River and surrounding nature.

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