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

The cheapest way to get from Oslo to Kristiansand is to bus which costs kr 500 - kr 700 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oslo to Kristiansand is to train and fly which takes 3h 17m and costs kr 750 - kr 2400.

Is there a direct bus between Oslo 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 18m.

Is there a direct train between Oslo 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 to Kristiansand?

The distance between Oslo and Kristiansand is 347 km. The road distance is 321.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Oslo to Kristiansand without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs kr 750 - kr 1300.

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

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

Where do I catch the Oslo to Kristiansand train from?

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

Train or bus from Oslo to Kristiansand?

The best way to get from Oslo to Kristiansand is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs kr 750 - kr 1300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs kr 500 - kr 700 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Oslo to Kristiansand bus arrive?

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

Where does the Oslo to Kristiansand train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oslo to Kristiansand?

Yes, the driving distance between Oslo to Kristiansand is 321 km. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Oslo to Kristiansand.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Kristiansand?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Oslo 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 750–1,300
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oslo bussterminal to Kristiansand rutebilstasjonbus Vy190
4h 18m
kr 500–700
Drive 321.2 km
1. Drive from Oslo to Kristiansandcar 321.2 km
3h 51m
kr 653–943
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 749–2,320

Oslo to Kristiansand by train

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Distance: 347 km
Duration: 3h 59m

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

Go-Ahead Nordic operates a train from Oslo S to Kristiansand stasjon every 4 hours. Tickets cost kr 750–1,300 and the journey takes 3h 59m. Alternatively, Vy Buss operates a bus from Oslo bussterminal to Kristiansand rutebilstasjon hourly. Tickets cost kr 500–1,000 and the journey takes 4h 18m. Two other operators also service this route.

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