How to travel from Stavanger to Bergen

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Compare bus, flight, and ferry for Stavanger to Bergen

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stavanger to Bergen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €34 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the ferry is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, while a flight costs an average of €344.

Distance: 99 miles (160 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Stavanger to Bergen

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

The cheapest way to travel from Stavanger to Bergen is a bus with an average price of €34.

This is compared to other travel options from Stavanger to Bergen:

A bus is €10 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Stavanger to Bergen costing on average €43.

A bus is €311 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stavanger to Bergen costing on average €344.

The fastest way to travel from Stavanger to Bergen is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 20m.

Other travel options to Bergen take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 16m.

Ferry takes on average 6h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stavanger and Bergen including taking a bus, flight, and ferry.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Stavanger to Bergen among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €34 compared to roughly €20 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -€13. The journey takes 4h 46m versus 4h 34m 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 Stavanger to Bergen by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Stavanger to Bergen is by taking a ferry because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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  • WideroeWF536
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  • Sas AirwaysSK4014 · SK257
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FAQs: Travel from Stavanger to Bergen

Travel to Bergen 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 Stavanger to Bergen.

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There are 3 options to travel between Stavanger and Bergen including taking a bus, flight, and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Stavanger to Bergen is a bus with an average price of €34.

This is compared to other travel options from Stavanger to Bergen:

A bus is €10 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Stavanger to Bergen costing on average €43.

A bus is €311 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stavanger to Bergen costing on average €344.

The fastest way to travel from Stavanger to Bergen is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 20m.

Other travel options to Bergen take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 16m.

Ferry takes on average 6h 30m.

The distance from Stavanger to Bergen is approximately 99 miles (160 km).
The average frequency per day from Stavanger to Bergen is:
  • Around 39 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 1 ferries per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stavanger and Bergen as scheduled services by bus, flight, and ferry can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stavanger to Bergen:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stavanger Airport and arrive in Bergen Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stavanger, Bussterminal and arrive in Bergen, Busstasjon.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Stavanger (Risavika Utenriksterminal) and arrive in Bergen.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stavanger to Bergen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Fjord Line to go to Bergen by ferry.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Vy Bus4You, Vy Express Norway to go to Bergen by bus.
  • Travel with Sas Airways, Wideroe, Norwegian Air Shuttle to go to Bergen by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Stavanger to Bergen with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct ferries per day with Fjord Line.
  • 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Vy Bus4You, Vy Express Norway.
  • 12 direct flights per day with Sas Airways, Wideroe.
Omio customers who travel from Stavanger to Bergen often also extend their vacation to go to Oslo, Copenhagen, Stockholm, Flåm, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bergen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bergen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Bergen, you can explore Troldhaugen, the former home of composer Edvard Grieg, now a museum dedicated to his life and work. Enjoy a fjord cruise to see the stunning landscapes and waterways around the city. Visit the Bergen Aquarium for marine life and interactive exhibits, and wander the charming streets and local shops of the Nordnes neighborhood. Attend a concert at the Grieghallen, Bergen’s main cultural venue. Don't miss Bryggen, a UNESCO World Heritage site with colorful wooden buildings, Fløyen for panoramic city views, and the Bergenhus Fortress for historical exhibits. Visit the bustling Fish Market for fresh seafood and the KODE Art Museums for Norwegian and international art.
To experience Bergen's main attractions, including Bryggen, Mount Fløyen, and the Bergen Fish Market, plan for 2 to 3 days.
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