How to travel from Stavanger to Kristiansand

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Compare train, bus, ferry, and flight for Stavanger to Kristiansand

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stavanger to Kristiansand among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. 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 train costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $23.

Distance: 99 miles (160 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Stavanger to Kristiansand is a train with an average price of $43 (€35).

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

A train is $0.61 (€0.50) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stavanger to Kristiansand costing on average $44 (€36).

A train is $111 (€90) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stavanger to Kristiansand costing on average $154 (€125).

A train is $163 (€133) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Stavanger to Kristiansand costing on average $206 (€168).

The fastest way to travel from Stavanger to Kristiansand is by train with an average journey time of 3h 13m.

Other travel options to Kristiansand take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 49m.

Flight takes on average 3h 55m.

Ferry takes on average 16h 59m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between Stavanger and Kristiansand including taking a train, bus, ferry, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Stavanger to Kristiansand among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Stavanger to Kristiansand

Travel to Kristiansand 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 Kristiansand.

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There are 4 options to travel between Stavanger and Kristiansand including taking a train, bus, ferry, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stavanger to Kristiansand is a train with an average price of $43 (€35).

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

A train is $0.61 (€0.50) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stavanger to Kristiansand costing on average $44 (€36).

A train is $111 (€90) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stavanger to Kristiansand costing on average $154 (€125).

A train is $163 (€133) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Stavanger to Kristiansand costing on average $206 (€168).

The fastest way to travel from Stavanger to Kristiansand is by train with an average journey time of 3h 13m.

Other travel options to Kristiansand take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 49m.

Flight takes on average 3h 55m.

Ferry takes on average 16h 59m.

The distance from Stavanger to Kristiansand is approximately 99 miles (160 km).
The average frequency per day from Stavanger to Kristiansand is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 5 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 1 ferries per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stavanger to Kristiansand:
  • {stationMode_1} mostly depart from Stavanger Airport and arrive in Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik.
  • {stationMode_2} mostly depart from Stavanger Station and arrive in {arrivalStation_2}.
  • {stationMode_3} mostly depart from Stavanger, Bussterminal and arrive in Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon.
  • {stationMode_4} mostly depart from Stavanger (Risavika Utenriksterminal) and arrive in Kristiansand Ferry Terminal.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stavanger to Kristiansand, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss to go to Kristiansand by bus.
  • Travel with Go-Ahead Nordic, Go-Ahead Nordic to go to Kristiansand by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Stavanger to Kristiansand with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct buses per day with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss.
  • 6 direct trains per day with Go-Ahead Nordic, Go-Ahead Nordic.
Omio customers who travel from Stavanger to Kristiansand often also extend their vacation to go to Oslo, Hirtshals, Bergen, Oslo Sandefjord Airport, Torp, Sandefjord. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kristiansand and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Kristiansand to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Kristiansand, you can visit the Sørlandets Kunstmuseum for contemporary art, enjoy a boat tour around the archipelago, or attend an event at Kilden Performing Arts Centre. Relax at Bystranda, the city's beach, or explore the Agder Natural History Museum. Don't miss Kristiansand Dyrepark, Kristiansand Cathedral, Fiskebrygga, Odderøya, and the charming Posebyen district.
Two to three days is ideal to explore Kristiansand's main attractions, including the Kristiansand Zoo, city beaches, and local museums.
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