The average train between Oslo and Kristiansand takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 4h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Oslo to Kristiansand. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Oslo and Kristiansand. The earliest departure is at 4:19 AM at night, and the last departure from Oslo is at 10:25 PM which arrives into Kristiansand at 3:30 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oslo station and arriving at Kristiansand station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.
Oslo to Kristiansand train services, operated by Go-Ahead Nordic, depart from Oslo S station.
Oslo to Kristiansand train services, operated by Go-Ahead Nordic, arrive at Kristiansand stasjon station.
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The distance between Oslo and Kristiansand is 251.6 km. The road distance is 347 km.
Go-Ahead Nordic operates a train from Oslo S to Kristiansand stasjon every 4 hours. Tickets cost kr 750–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 59m.