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

The cheapest way to get from Kristiansand to Stavanger is to bus which costs kr 220 - kr 900 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kristiansand to Stavanger is to train which takes 3h and costs kr 470 - kr 850.

Is there a direct bus between Kristiansand and Stavanger?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kristiansand rutebilstasjon and arriving at Stavanger bussterminal. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Kristiansand and Stavanger?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kristiansand stasjon and arriving at Stavanger stasjon. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Kristiansand to Stavanger?

The distance between Kristiansand and Stavanger is 214 km. The road distance is 227 km.

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

The best way to get from Kristiansand to Stavanger without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs kr 470 - kr 850.

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

The train from Kristiansand stasjon to Stavanger stasjon takes 3h including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Kristiansand to Stavanger bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kristiansand to Stavanger train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kristiansand to Stavanger?

The best way to get from Kristiansand to Stavanger is to train which takes 3h and costs kr 470 - kr 850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs kr 220 - kr 900 and takes 3h 42m, you could also fly, which costs kr 1700 - kr 2900 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Kristiansand to Stavanger bus arrive?

Kristiansand to Stavanger bus services, operated by Vy Buss, arrive at Stavanger bussterminal station.

Where does the Kristiansand to Stavanger train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kristiansand to Stavanger?

Yes, the driving distance between Kristiansand to Stavanger is 227 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Kristiansand to Stavanger.

How do I get a train ticket from Kristiansand to Stavanger?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Kristiansand to Stavanger?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kristiansand stasjon to Stavanger stasjontrain F5
3h
kr 470–850
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kristiansand rutebilstasjon to Stavanger bussterminalbus Vy190
3h 42m
kr 220–900
Drive 227 km
1. Drive from Kristiansand to Stavangercar 227 km
3h 20m
kr 464–670
Fly
1. Fly from Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik (KRS) to Stavanger Airport, Sola (SVG)plane KRS - SVG
4h 34m
kr 1,729–2,889

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Distance: 213.9 km
Duration: 3h

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

Go-Ahead Nordic operates a train from Kristiansand stasjon to Stavanger stasjon every 4 hours. Tickets cost kr 470–850 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, Vy Buss operates a bus from Kristiansand rutebilstasjon to Stavanger bussterminal 3 times a day. Tickets cost kr 470–900 and the journey takes 3h 42m. Two other operators also service this route.

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