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Compare train and bus for Oslo to Otta
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oslo to Otta among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $61 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $61, while a bus costs an average of $82.
Distance: 134 miles (217 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$61 Average price Cheapest | $82 Average price | $104 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Compare the available ways to get from Oslo to Otta, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Oslo to Otta:
A train is $22 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Oslo to Otta costing on average $82.
Other travel options to Otta take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 14m.
Tickets start at around $61 compared to roughly $104 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $44. The journey takes 3h 37m versus 3h 27m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Oslo to Otta
How to get from Oslo to Otta by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Oslo to Otta is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
VY14610:30 AM 5h05 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) 3:35 PM Otta, Skysstasjon $77 1 One-way 0 transfers
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VY14610:30 AM 5h05 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) 3:35 PM Otta, Skysstasjon $77 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
VY14610:15 PM 4h05 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) 2:20 AM Otta, Circle K $83 1 One-way 0 transfers
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VY14610:30 AM 5h10 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) 3:40 PM Otta, Åsåren Bru $77 1 One-way 0 transfers
VY14610:15 PM 4h45 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) 3:00 AM Otta, Skysstasjon $83 1 One-way 0 transfers
VY14610:15 PM 4h50 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) 3:05 AM Otta, Åsåren Bru $83 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Oslo to Otta:
A train is $22 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Oslo to Otta costing on average $82.
Other travel options to Otta take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 14m.
- Around 5 trains per day.
- Around 5 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Oslo and Otta as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Travel with SJ Nord to go to Otta by train.
- Travel with Vy Bus4You, Vy Express Norway to go to Otta by bus.
- 5 direct trains per day with SJ Nord.
- 5 direct buses per day with Vy Bus4You, Vy Express Norway.
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