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Compare bus for Oslo to Rjukan
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Oslo to Rjukan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $40 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, while a bus costs an average of $40.
Distance: 74 miles (120 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$40 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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Tickets start at around $40 compared to roughly $52 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $13. The journey takes 3h 20m versus 2h 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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How to get from Oslo to Rjukan by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Oslo to Rjukan is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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1854:00 PM3h35Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)7:35 PMRjukan, Rutebilstasjon$421One-way1 transfer
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1854:00 PM3h35Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)7:35 PMRjukan, Rutebilstasjon$421One-way1 transfer
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1854:00 PM3h35Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)7:35 PMRjukan, Rutebilstasjon$421One-way1 transfer
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18510:00 AM3h45Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)1:45 PMRjukan, Rutebilstasjon$451One-way1 transfer
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FAQs: Travel from Oslo to Rjukan
Travel to Rjukan 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 Rjukan.

- Around 5 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Oslo and Rjukan as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) and arrive in Rjukan, Rutebilstasjon.
- Travel with Vy Bus4You to go to Rjukan by bus.
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