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

The cheapest way to get from Skien to Kristiansand is to bus which costs kr 340 - kr 480 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skien to Kristiansand is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs kr 370 - kr 550.

Is there a direct bus between Skien and Kristiansand?

No, there is no direct bus from Skien to Kristiansand. However, there are services departing from Skien Landmannstorget and arriving at Kristiansand rutebilstasjon via Skjelsvik knutepunkt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Skien and Kristiansand?

No, there is no direct train from Skien to Kristiansand. However, there are services departing from Skien stasjon and arriving at Kristiansand stasjon via Nordagutu stasjon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Skien to Kristiansand?

The distance between Skien and Kristiansand is 189 km. The road distance is 179.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Skien to Kristiansand without a car is to bus which takes 3h 29m and costs kr 340 - kr 480.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Skien to Kristiansand, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skien to Kristiansand bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Skien to Kristiansand train from?

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

Train or bus from Skien to Kristiansand?

The best way to get from Skien to Kristiansand is to bus which takes 3h 29m and costs kr 340 - kr 480. Alternatively, you can train, which costs kr 440 - kr 750 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Skien to Kristiansand bus arrive?

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

Where does the Skien to Kristiansand train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Skien to Kristiansand?

Yes, the driving distance between Skien to Kristiansand is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Skien to Kristiansand.

Where can I stay near Kristiansand?

There are 289+ hotels available in Kristiansand.

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There are 3 ways to get from Skien to Kristiansand by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Skjelsvik knutepunkt to Kristiansand rutebilstasjonbus Vy190
3h 29m
kr 340–480
Train
1. Take the train from Nordagutu stasjon to Kristiansand stasjontrain F5
4h 34m
kr 444–724
Drive 179.3 km
1. Drive from Skien to Kristiansandcar 179.3 km
2h 18m
kr 372–537

Skien to Kristiansand by bus

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Distance: 188.7 km
Duration: 3h 29m

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

Vy Buss operates a bus from Skjelsvik knutepunkt to Kristiansand rutebilstasjon hourly. Tickets cost kr 390–750 and the journey takes 2h 26m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Go-Ahead Nordic operates a train from Nordagutu stasjon to Kristiansand stasjon 5 times a day. Tickets cost kr 420–700 and the journey takes 3h.

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