What is the cheapest way to get from Skien to Oslo Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Skien to Oslo Central Station is to drive which costs kr 260 - kr 390 and takes 1h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Skien to Oslo Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Skien to Oslo Central Station is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs kr 260 - kr 390.

Is there a direct bus between Skien and Oslo Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Skien to Oslo Central Station. However, there are services departing from Skien Landmannstorget and arriving at Oslo bussterminal via Skjelsvik knutepunkt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Skien and Oslo Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Skien stasjon and arriving at Oslo S. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Skien to Oslo Central Station?

The distance between Skien and Oslo Central Station is 163 km. The road distance is 132.5 km.

How do I travel from Skien to Oslo Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Skien to Oslo Central Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs kr 350 - kr 550.

How long does it take to get from Skien to Oslo Central Station?

The train from Skien stasjon to Oslo Central Station takes 2h 12m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Skien to Oslo Central Station bus from?

Skien to Oslo Central Station bus services, operated by Farte, depart from Skien Landmannstorget station.

Where do I catch the Skien to Oslo Central Station train from?

Skien to Oslo Central Station train services, operated by Norwegian Railways (VY), depart from Skien stasjon station.

Train or bus from Skien to Oslo Central Station?

The best way to get from Skien to Oslo Central Station is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs kr 350 - kr 550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Skien to Oslo Central Station bus arrive?

Skien to Oslo Central Station bus services, operated by Farte, arrive at Skjelsvik knutepunkt station.

Where does the Skien to Oslo Central Station train arrive?

Skien to Oslo Central Station train services, operated by Norwegian Railways (VY), arrive at Oslo S station.

Can I drive from Skien to Oslo Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Skien to Oslo Central Station is 132 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Skien to Oslo Central Station.

Where can I stay near Oslo Central Station?

There are 1042+ hotels available in Oslo Central Station.

Skien to Oslo Central Station - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Skien to Oslo Central Station by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Skien stasjon to Oslo Strain Re11 / ...
2h 12m
kr 350–550
Drive 132.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Skien to Oslo Central Stationcar 132.5 km
1h 52m
kr 266–384
Bus
1. Take the bus from Skien Landmannstorget to Skjelsvik knutepunktbus M1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Skjelsvik knutepunkt to Oslo bussterminalbus Vy190
3h 6m

Skien to Oslo Central Station by train

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Distance: 162.9 km
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Skien, Norway and Oslo Central Station, Norway?

Norwegian Railways (VY) operates a train from Skien stasjon to Oslo S hourly. Tickets cost kr 350–550 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Skien Landmannstorget to Oslo Central Station via Skjelsvik knutepunkt and Oslo bussterminal in around 3h 6m.

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