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

The cheapest way to get from Stavanger to Kristiansand is to bus which costs kr 220 - kr 900 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stavanger to Kristiansand is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs kr 470 - kr 850.

Is there a direct bus between Stavanger and Kristiansand?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stavanger bussterminal and arriving at Kristiansand rutebilstasjon. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Stavanger and Kristiansand?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stavanger stasjon and arriving at Kristiansand stasjon. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Stavanger to Kristiansand?

The distance between Stavanger and Kristiansand is 214 km. The road distance is 227.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Stavanger to Kristiansand without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs kr 470 - kr 850.

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

The train from Stavanger stasjon to Kristiansand stasjon takes 3h 11m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Stavanger to Kristiansand bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stavanger to Kristiansand train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Stavanger to Kristiansand?

The best way to get from Stavanger to Kristiansand is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs kr 470 - kr 850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs kr 220 - kr 900 and takes 3h 34m, you could also fly, which costs kr 1600 - kr 3000 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Stavanger to Kristiansand bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stavanger to Kristiansand train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stavanger to Kristiansand?

Yes, the driving distance between Stavanger to Kristiansand is 227 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Stavanger to Kristiansand.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stavanger stasjon to Kristiansand stasjontrain F5
3h 11m
kr 470–850
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stavanger bussterminal to Kristiansand rutebilstasjonbus Vy190
3h 34m
kr 220–900
Drive 227.3 km
1. Drive from Stavanger to Kristiansandcar 227.3 km
3h 20m
kr 465–671
Fly
1. Fly from Stavanger Airport, Sola (SVG) to Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik (KRS)plane SVG - KRS
5h 5m
kr 1,691–2,962

Stavanger to Kristiansand by train

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Distance: 213.8 km
Duration: 3h 11m

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

Go-Ahead Nordic operates a train from Stavanger stasjon to Kristiansand stasjon every 4 hours. Tickets cost kr 470–850 and the journey takes 3h 11m. Alternatively, Vy Buss operates a bus from Stavanger bussterminal to Kristiansand rutebilstasjon 4 times a day. Tickets cost kr 470–900 and the journey takes 3h 34m. Two other operators also service this route.

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