What is the cheapest way to get from Karlstad to Arendal?

The cheapest way to get from Karlstad to Arendal is to train which costs kr 700 - kr 1300 and takes 7h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Karlstad to Arendal?

The fastest way to get from Karlstad to Arendal is to drive which takes 5h 48m and costs kr 900 - kr 1400.

Is there a direct bus between Karlstad and Arendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Karlstad station to Arendal. However, there are services departing from Karlstad busstation and arriving at Arendal bussterminal via Oslo bussterminal and Harebakken senter. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Karlstad and Arendal?

No, there is no direct train from Karlstad station to Arendal. However, there are services departing from Karlstad Centralstation and arriving at Harebakken bussterminal via Oslo S. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Karlstad to Arendal?

The distance between Karlstad and Arendal is 478 km. The road distance is 456.7 km.

How do I travel from Karlstad to Arendal without a car?

The best way to get from Karlstad to Arendal without a car is to bus via Harebakken bussterminal which takes 7h 9m and costs kr 600 - kr 1500.

How long does it take to get from Karlstad to Arendal?

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Karlstad to Arendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karlstad to Arendal bus from?

Karlstad to Arendal bus services, operated by Vy Buss, depart from Karlstad busstation.

Where do I catch the Karlstad to Arendal train from?

Karlstad to Arendal train services, operated by Swedish Railways (SJ), depart from Karlstad Centralstation.

Train or bus from Karlstad to Arendal?

The best way to get from Karlstad to Arendal is to bus via Harebakken bussterminal which takes 7h 9m and costs kr 600 - kr 1500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs kr 700 - kr 1300 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Karlstad to Arendal bus arrive?

Karlstad to Arendal bus services, operated by Vy Buss, arrive at Oslo bussterminal station.

Where does the Karlstad to Arendal train arrive?

Karlstad to Arendal train services, operated by Swedish Railways (SJ), arrive at Oslo S station.

Can I drive from Karlstad to Arendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlstad to Arendal is 457 km. It takes approximately 5h 48m to drive from Karlstad to Arendal.

How do I get a bus ticket from Karlstad to Arendal?

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Karlstad to Arendal - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Karlstad to Arendal by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus via Harebakken bussterminal
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1. Take the bus from Karlstad busstation to Oslo bussterminalbus 850 / ...
2. Take the bus from Oslo bussterminal to Harebakken bussterminalbus Vy190
7h 9m
kr 633–1,415
Train
1. Take the train from Karlstad Centralstation to Oslo Strain 629 / ...
2. Take the train from Oslo S to Harebakken bussterminaltrain F5
7h 32m
kr 710–1,241
Drive 456.7 km
1. Drive from Karlstad to Arendalcar 456.7 km
5h 48m
kr 934–1,348
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Karlstad Centralstation to Kongsvingertrain
2. Take the train from Kongsvinger stasjon to Lillestrøm stasjontrain
3. Fly from Oslo Airport, Gardermoen (OSL) to Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik (KRS)plane OSL - KRS
4. Take the bus from Universitetet to Arendal bussterminalbus
7h 59m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Karlstad Centralstation to Oslo bussterminalbus Stockholm Main Station Terminalslingan - Oslo Central Bus Station / ...
2. Take the bus from Oslo bussterminal to Arendal bussterminalbus Vy190
7h 20m
kr 941–1,819
Train via Arendal bussterminal
1. Take the train from Karlstad Centralstation to Oslo Strain 70
2. Take the train from Oslo S to Harebakken bussterminaltrain F5
7h 37m
kr 836–1,481

Karlstad to Arendal by bus

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7h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 477.9 km
Duration: 7h 9m

What companies run services between Karlstad, Sweden and Arendal, Norway?

You can take a bus from Karlstad busstation to Arendal bussterminal via Oslo bussterminal, Harebakken bussterminal, and Harebakken senter in around 7h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Karlstad Centralstation to Tinghuset via Oslo S, Harebakken bussterminal, and Harebakken senter in around 7h 32m.

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