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

The cheapest way to get from Kristiansand to Skien is to bus which costs kr 340 - kr 480 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kristiansand to Skien is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs kr 360 - kr 550.

Is there a direct bus between Kristiansand and Skien?

No, there is no direct bus from Kristiansand to Skien. However, there are services departing from Kristiansand rutebilstasjon and arriving at Skien Landmannstorget via Skjelsvik knutepunkt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Kristiansand and Skien?

No, there is no direct train from Kristiansand to Skien. However, there are services departing from Kristiansand stasjon and arriving at Skien stasjon via Nordagutu stasjon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Kristiansand to Skien?

The distance between Kristiansand and Skien is 186 km. The road distance is 179.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kristiansand to Skien without a car is to bus which takes 2h 58m and costs kr 340 - kr 480.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Kristiansand to Skien, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kristiansand to Skien bus from?

Kristiansand to Skien bus services, operated by Vy Buss, depart from Kristiansand rutebilstasjon station.

Where do I catch the Kristiansand to Skien train from?

Kristiansand to Skien train services, operated by Go-Ahead Nordic, depart from Kristiansand stasjon station.

Train or bus from Kristiansand to Skien?

The best way to get from Kristiansand to Skien is to bus which takes 2h 58m and costs kr 340 - kr 480. Alternatively, you can train, which costs kr 470 - kr 850 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Kristiansand to Skien bus arrive?

Kristiansand to Skien bus services, operated by Vy Buss, arrive at Skjelsvik knutepunkt station.

Where does the Kristiansand to Skien train arrive?

Kristiansand to Skien train services, operated by Go-Ahead Nordic, arrive at Nordagutu stasjon station.

Can I drive from Kristiansand to Skien?

Yes, the driving distance between Kristiansand to Skien is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Kristiansand to Skien.

Where can I stay near Skien?

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There are 4 ways to get from Kristiansand to Skien by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Kristiansand rutebilstasjon to Skjelsvik knutepunktbus Vy190
2h 58m
kr 340–480
Train
1. Take the train from Kristiansand stasjon to Nordagutu stasjontrain F5
4h 18m
kr 479–807
Drive 179.5 km
1. Drive from Kristiansand to Skiencar 179.5 km
2h 19m
kr 367–530
Bus via Grimstad
1. Take the bus from Tinghuset to Øygårdsdalenbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grimstad to Skjelsvik knutepunktbus 651 / ...
4h 7m

Kristiansand to Skien by bus

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Distance: 186.5 km
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Kristiansand, Norway and Skien, Norway?

Vy Buss operates a bus from Kristiansand rutebilstasjon to Skjelsvik knutepunkt hourly. Tickets cost kr 340–650 and the journey takes 2h 18m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Go-Ahead Nordic operates a train from Kristiansand stasjon to Nordagutu stasjon 5 times a day. Tickets cost kr 410–750 and the journey takes 2h 44m.

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