How to travel from Stavanger to Oslo

There are 3 options to travel between Stavanger and Oslo including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Stavanger to Oslo is a bus with an average price of $60 (€49).

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

A bus is $9 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stavanger to Oslo costing on average $70 (€56).

A bus is $86 (€70) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stavanger to Oslo costing on average $147 (€119).

The fastest way to travel from Stavanger to Oslo is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 29m.

Other travel options to Oslo take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 3m.

Bus takes on average 8h 54m.

The distance from Stavanger to Oslo is approximately 187 miles (302 km).

The average frequency per day from Stavanger to Oslo is:

• Around 51 flights per day.
• Around 8 buses per day.
• Around 5 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stavanger to Oslo:

• Flights mostly depart from Stavanger Airport and arrive in Oslo Airport Gardermoen.
• Trains mostly depart from Stavanger Station and arrive in Oslo Central Station.
• Buses mostly depart from Stavanger, Bussterminal and arrive in Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stavanger to Oslo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Norwegian Air Shuttle, Sas Airways, Wideroe, Cityjet, KLM to go to Oslo by flight.
• Travel with Go-Ahead Nordic, Go-Ahead Nordic to go to Oslo by train.
• Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss to go to Oslo by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Stavanger to Oslo with the following travel companies:

• 15 direct flights per day with Norwegian Air Shuttle, Sas Airways, Wideroe, Cityjet.
• 4 direct trains per day with Go-Ahead Nordic, Go-Ahead Nordic.
• 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Vy Buss.

Omio customers who travel from Stavanger to Oslo often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Copenhagen, Gothenburg, Bergen, Tromsø. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Oslo and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Oslo to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Oslo, you can explore Vigeland Park, the world's largest sculpture park made by a single artist, featuring over 200 sculptures by Gustav Vigeland. Visit the Viking Ship Museum to see well-preserved Viking ships and artifacts, or enjoy performances and rooftop views at the Oslo Opera House. Art enthusiasts will appreciate the Munch Museum, dedicated to Edvard Munch's works, while history buffs can explore Akershus Fortress, a medieval castle offering panoramic views and historical exhibits. Additionally, the Royal Palace offers guided tours during the summer.

A stay of 2 to 3 days in Oslo is usually sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the Viking Ship Museum, Vigeland Sculpture Park, and the Opera House, while also enjoying the local culture and cuisine.