What is the cheapest way to get from Gothenburg to Kristiansand?

The cheapest way to get from Gothenburg to Kristiansand is to bus which costs kr 750 - kr 1800 and takes 8h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gothenburg to Kristiansand?

The fastest way to get from Gothenburg to Kristiansand is to train and fly which takes 6h 37m and costs kr 1900 - kr 4300.

Is there a direct bus between Gothenburg and Kristiansand?

No, there is no direct bus from Gothenburg to Kristiansand. However, there are services departing from Göteborg Nils Ericsonterminalen and arriving at Kristiansand rutebilstasjon via Oslo bussterminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

Is there a direct ferry between Gothenburg and Kristiansand?

No, there is no direct ferry from Gothenburg to Kristiansand. However, there are services departing from Gothenburg and arriving at Kristiansand via Hirtshals. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Gothenburg and Kristiansand?

No, there is no direct train from Gothenburg station to Kristiansand. However, there are services departing from Göteborg Centralstation and arriving at Kristiansand stasjon via Oslo S. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

How far is it from Gothenburg to Kristiansand?

The distance between Gothenburg and Kristiansand is 625 km. The road distance is 583.5 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Gothenburg to Kristiansand?

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How do I travel from Gothenburg to Kristiansand without a car?

The best way to get from Gothenburg to Kristiansand without a car is to bus which takes 8h 24m and costs kr 750 - kr 1800.

How long does it take to get from Gothenburg to Kristiansand?

It takes approximately 8h 24m to get from Gothenburg to Kristiansand, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gothenburg to Kristiansand bus from?

Gothenburg to Kristiansand bus services, operated by Vy Buss, depart from Göteborg Nils Ericsonterminalen station.

Where do I catch the Gothenburg to Kristiansand train from?

Gothenburg to Kristiansand train services, operated by Norwegian Railways (VY), depart from Göteborg Centralstation.

Train, bus or fly from Gothenburg to Kristiansand?

The best way to get from Gothenburg to Kristiansand is to bus which takes 8h 24m and costs kr 750 - kr 1800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs kr 1400 - kr 2500 and takes 8h 35m, you could also fly, which costs kr 1600 - kr 3700 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Gothenburg to Kristiansand bus arrive?

Gothenburg to Kristiansand bus services, operated by Vy Buss, arrive at Oslo bussterminal station.

Where does the Gothenburg to Kristiansand train arrive?

Gothenburg to Kristiansand train services, operated by Norwegian Railways (VY), arrive at Oslo S station.

Can I drive from Gothenburg to Kristiansand?

Yes, the driving distance between Gothenburg to Kristiansand is 583 km. It takes approximately 6h 48m to drive from Gothenburg to Kristiansand.

How do I get a train ticket from Gothenburg to Kristiansand?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gothenburg to Kristiansand?

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Where can I stay near Kristiansand?

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Gothenburg to Kristiansand - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry

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There are 7 ways to get from Gothenburg to Kristiansand by bus, train, car ferry, car, or plane

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Göteborg Nils Ericsonterminalen to Oslo bussterminalbus 600 / ...
2. Take the bus from Oslo bussterminal to Kristiansand rutebilstasjonbus Vy190
8h 24m
kr 784–1,768
Train
1. Take the train from Göteborg Centralstation to Oslo Strain Re20
2. Take the train from Oslo S to Kristiansand stasjontrain F5
8h 35m
kr 1,472–2,424
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Gothenburg to Port of Frederikshavncarferry
2. Take the car ferry from Hirtshals to Kristiansandcarferry
20h 2m
kr 1,023–2,528
Drive 583.5 km
1. Drive from Gothenburg to Kristiansandcar 583.5 km
6h 48m
kr 1,190–1,718
Fly from Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport
1. Fly from Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik (KRS)plane GOT - KRS
6h 55m
kr 1,624–3,639
Train to Copenhagen Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Göteborg Centralstation to Copenhagen Lufthavntrain
2. Fly from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik (KRS)plane CPH - KRS
6h 37m
kr 1,929–4,212
Train, train to Oslo Airport, Gardermoen, fly
1. Take the train from Göteborg Centralstation to Oslo Strain
2. Take the train from Oslo S to Oslo lufthavn stasjontrain
3. Fly from Oslo Airport, Gardermoen (OSL) to Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik (KRS)plane OSL - KRS
6h 57m
kr 1,472–3,274

Gothenburg to Kristiansand by bus

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Distance: 624.8 km
Duration: 8h 24m

What companies run services between Gothenburg, Sweden and Kristiansand, Norway?

You can take a bus from Göteborg Nils Ericsonterminalen to Kristiansand rutebilstasjon via Oslo bussterminal in around 8h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Göteborg Centralstation to Kristiansand stasjon via Oslo S in around 8h 35m.

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