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

The cheapest way to get from Rjukan to Kristiansand is to drive which costs kr 550 - kr 850 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rjukan to Kristiansand is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs kr 550 - kr 850.

Is there a direct bus between Rjukan and Kristiansand?

No, there is no direct bus from Rjukan to Kristiansand. However, there are services departing from Rjukan torg and arriving at Kristiansand rutebilstasjon via Porsgrunn Kammerherreløkka and Skjelsvik knutepunkt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Rjukan to Kristiansand?

The distance between Rjukan and Kristiansand is 287 km. The road distance is 273.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Rjukan to Kristiansand without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Rjukan to Kristiansand, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rjukan to Kristiansand bus from?

Rjukan to Kristiansand bus services, operated by Farte, depart from Rjukan torg station.

Where does the Rjukan to Kristiansand bus arrive?

Rjukan to Kristiansand bus services, operated by Farte, arrive at Porsgrunn Kammerherreløkka station.

Can I drive from Rjukan to Kristiansand?

Yes, the driving distance between Rjukan to Kristiansand is 273 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Rjukan to Kristiansand.

Where can I stay near Kristiansand?

There are 286+ hotels available in Kristiansand.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Rjukan torg to Nordagutubus 185
2. Take the train from Nordagutu stasjon to Kristiansand stasjontrain F5
5h 38m
Drive 273.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rjukan to Kristiansandcar 273.3 km
4h 10m
kr 557–805
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rjukan torg to Porsgrunn Kammerherreløkkabus 185
2. Take the bus from Skjelsvik knutepunkt to Kristiansand rutebilstasjonbus Vy190
6h 56m
Bus, train via Notodden
1. Take the bus from Rjukan torg to Notodden skysstasjonbus 185
2. Take the train from Nordagutu stasjon to Kristiansand stasjontrain F5
6h 14m

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Distance: 286.8 km
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Rjukan torg to Kristiansand rutebilstasjon via Porsgrunn Kammerherreløkka and Skjelsvik knutepunkt in around 6h 56m.

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