What is the cheapest way to get from Oslo S to Kristiansand?

The cheapest way to get from Oslo S to Kristiansand is to bus which costs kr 500 - kr 700 and takes 4h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oslo S to Kristiansand?

The fastest way to get from Oslo S to Kristiansand is to train and fly which takes 3h 17m and costs kr 750 - kr 2300.

Is there a direct bus between Oslo S and Kristiansand?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Oslo bussterminal and arriving at Kristiansand rutebilstasjon. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Oslo S and Kristiansand?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oslo S and arriving at Kristiansand stasjon. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Oslo S to Kristiansand?

The distance between Oslo S and Kristiansand is 347 km. The road distance is 321 km.

How do I travel from Oslo S to Kristiansand without a car?

The best way to get from Oslo S to Kristiansand without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs kr 750 - kr 1400.

How long does it take to get from Oslo S to Kristiansand?

The train from Oslo Central Station to Kristiansand stasjon takes 3h 59m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Oslo S to Kristiansand bus from?

Oslo S to Kristiansand bus services, operated by Vy Buss, depart from Oslo bussterminal station.

Where do I catch the Oslo S to Kristiansand train from?

Oslo S to Kristiansand train services, operated by Go-Ahead Nordic, depart from Oslo S station.

Train or bus from Oslo S to Kristiansand?

The best way to get from Oslo S to Kristiansand is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs kr 750 - kr 1400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs kr 500 - kr 700 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Oslo S to Kristiansand bus arrive?

Oslo S to Kristiansand bus services, operated by Vy Buss, arrive at Kristiansand rutebilstasjon station.

Where does the Oslo S to Kristiansand train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oslo S to Kristiansand?

Yes, the driving distance between Oslo S to Kristiansand is 321 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Oslo S to Kristiansand.

How do I get a train ticket from Oslo S to Kristiansand?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Oslo S to Kristiansand?

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Where can I stay near Kristiansand?

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Oslo S to Kristiansand - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Oslo S to Kristiansand by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oslo S to Kristiansand stasjontrain F5
3h 59m
kr 750–1,400
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oslo bussterminal to Kristiansand rutebilstasjonbus Vy190
4h 8m
kr 500–700
Drive 321 km
1. Drive from Oslo S to Kristiansandcar 321 km
3h 50m
kr 653–942
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Oslo S to Oslo lufthavn stasjontrain
2. Fly from Oslo Airport, Gardermoen (OSL) to Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik (KRS)plane OSL - KRS
3h 17m
kr 755–2,255
Bus via Sjølyst
1. Take the bus from Sjølyst to Kristiansand rutebilstasjonbus Vy190
5h 14m
kr 509–713

Oslo S to Kristiansand by train

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Distance: 347 km
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Oslo S, Norway and Kristiansand, Norway?

Go-Ahead Nordic operates a train from Oslo S to Kristiansand stasjon every 4 hours. Tickets cost kr 750–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 59m. Alternatively, Vy Buss operates a bus from Oslo bussterminal to Kristiansand rutebilstasjon every 4 hours. Tickets cost kr 650–1,200 and the journey takes 4h 3m. Two other operators also service this route.

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