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

The cheapest way to get from Karlstad to Oslo is to train which costs kr 190 - kr 280 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karlstad to Oslo is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs kr 430 - kr 650.

Is there a direct bus between Karlstad and Oslo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Karlstad Centralstation station and arriving at Oslo bussterminal. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Karlstad and Oslo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karlstad Centralstation station and arriving at Oslo S. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Karlstad to Oslo?

The distance between Karlstad and Oslo is 218 km. The road distance is 217.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Karlstad to Oslo without a car is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs kr 500 - kr 1000.

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

The bus from Karlstad Centralstation to Oslo Bussterminal takes 3h 5m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Karlstad to Oslo bus from?

Karlstad to Oslo bus services, operated by Vy Buss, depart from Karlstad Centralstation.

Where do I catch the Karlstad to Oslo train from?

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

Train or bus from Karlstad to Oslo?

The best way to get from Karlstad to Oslo is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs kr 500 - kr 1000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs kr 190 - kr 280 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Karlstad to Oslo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Karlstad to Oslo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karlstad to Oslo?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlstad to Oslo is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Karlstad to Oslo.

How do I get a train ticket from Karlstad to Oslo?

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

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Karlstad to Oslo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Karlstad to Oslo by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Karlstad Centralstation to Oslo bussterminalbus Stockholm Main Station Terminalslingan - Oslo Central Bus Station / ...
3h 5m
kr 500–1,000
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Karlstad Centralstation to Oslo Strain 629 / ...
3h 6m
kr 190–280
Drive 217.9 km
1. Drive from Karlstad to Oslocar 217.9 km
2h 52m
kr 438–632
Train via Lillestrøm stasjon
1. Take the train from Karlstad Centralstation to Lillestrøm stasjontrain F1
3h 10m
kr 200–271

Karlstad to Oslo by bus

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Distance: 217.6 km
Duration: 3h 5m

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

Vy Buss operates a bus from Karlstad Centralstation to Oslo bussterminal 3 times a day. Tickets cost kr 500–1,000 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Swedish Railways (SJ) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Swedish Railways (SJ) operates a train from Karlstad Centralstation to Oslo S 4 times a day. Tickets cost kr 280–410 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Three other operators also service this route.

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