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 200 - kr 290 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 bus which takes 2h 50m and costs kr 180 - kr 700.

Is there a direct bus between Karlstad and Oslo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Karlstad and arriving at Oslo bussterminal. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

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 five times a day, 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 217 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 2h 50m and costs kr 180 - kr 700.

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

The bus from Karlstad to Oslo, Bussterminal/Nylandsveien takes 2h 50m 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 FlixBus, depart from Karlstad station.

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 2h 50m and costs kr 180 - kr 700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs kr 200 - kr 290 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Karlstad to Oslo bus arrive?

Karlstad to Oslo bus services, operated by FlixBus, 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?

Book your Karlstad to Oslo bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

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There are 3 ways to get from Karlstad to Oslo by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Karlstad to Oslo bussterminalbus 600 / ...
2h 50m
kr 180–700
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1. Take the train from Karlstad Centralstation to Oslo Strain 629 / ...
3h 6m
kr 200–290
Drive 217.9 km
1. Drive from Karlstad to Oslocar 217.9 km
2h 52m
kr 437–632

Karlstad to Oslo by bus

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Distance: 216.7 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Karlstad to Oslo bussterminal 3 times a day. Tickets cost kr 180–300 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Swedish Railways (SJ) operates a train from Karlstad Centralstation to Oslo S 4 times a day. Tickets cost kr 370–600 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Vy Tåg AB also services this route 3 times a week.

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