What is the cheapest way to get from Grimstad to Rjukan?

The cheapest way to get from Grimstad to Rjukan is to drive which costs kr 500 - kr 750 and takes 3h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grimstad to Rjukan?

The fastest way to get from Grimstad to Rjukan is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs kr 500 - kr 750.

Is there a direct bus between Grimstad and Rjukan?

No, there is no direct bus from Grimstad to Rjukan. However, there are services departing from Grimstad and arriving at Rjukan torg via Skjelsvik knutepunkt and Porsgrunn Kammerherreløkka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Grimstad to Rjukan?

The distance between Grimstad and Rjukan is 294 km. The road distance is 250.3 km.

How do I travel from Grimstad to Rjukan without a car?

The best way to get from Grimstad to Rjukan without a car is to bus which takes 6h 12m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Grimstad to Rjukan?

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Grimstad to Rjukan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grimstad to Rjukan bus from?

Grimstad to Rjukan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Grimstad station.

Where does the Grimstad to Rjukan bus arrive?

Grimstad to Rjukan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Skjelsvik knutepunkt station.

Can I drive from Grimstad to Rjukan?

Yes, the driving distance between Grimstad to Rjukan is 250 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Grimstad to Rjukan.

Where can I stay near Rjukan?

There are 107+ hotels available in Rjukan.

Grimstad to Rjukan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Grimstad to Rjukan by bus, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grimstad to Skjelsvik knutepunktbus 650 / ...
2. Take the bus from Porsgrunn Kammerherreløkka to Rjukan torgbus 185
6h 12m
Drive 250.3 km
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1. Drive from Grimstad to Rjukancar 250.3 km
3h 46m
kr 516–745
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Øygårdsdalen to Skjelsvik knutepunktbus
2. Take the train from Porsgrunn stasjon to Notodden stasjontrain R55
3. Take the bus from Notodden skysstasjon to Rjukan torgbus 185
6h 25m
Bus via Grimstad Odden
1. Take the bus from Øygårdsdalen to Skjelsvik knutepunktbus Vy190
2. Take the bus from Porsgrunn Kammerherreløkka to Rjukan torgbus 185
6h 59m

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Distance: 293.7 km
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Grimstad, Agder, Norway and Rjukan, Norway?

You can take a bus from Grimstad to Rjukan torg via Skjelsvik knutepunkt and Porsgrunn Kammerherreløkka in around 6h 12m.

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