What is the cheapest way to get from Asker to Arendal?

The cheapest way to get from Asker to Arendal is to train which costs kr 300 - kr 550 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Asker to Arendal?

The fastest way to get from Asker to Arendal is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs kr 500 - kr 750.

Is there a direct train between Asker and Arendal?

No, there is no direct train from Asker to Arendal. However, there are services departing from Asker stasjon and arriving at Arendal stasjon via Nelaug stasjon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Asker to Arendal?

The distance between Asker and Arendal is 242 km. The road distance is 235.9 km.

How do I travel from Asker to Arendal without a car?

The best way to get from Asker to Arendal without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs kr 300 - kr 550.

How long does it take to get from Asker to Arendal?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Asker to Arendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Asker to Arendal train from?

Asker to Arendal train services, operated by Go-Ahead Nordic, depart from Asker stasjon station.

Where does the Asker to Arendal train arrive?

Asker to Arendal train services, operated by Go-Ahead Nordic, arrive at Nelaug stasjon station.

Can I drive from Asker to Arendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Asker to Arendal is 236 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Asker to Arendal.

Where can I stay near Arendal?

There are 134+ hotels available in Arendal.

Asker to Arendal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Asker to Arendal by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Asker stasjon to Nelaug stasjonF5
4h 45m
kr 300–518
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Asker stasjon to Porsgrunn stasjonRe11
2. Take the bus from Skjelsvik knutepunkt to Grenstøl bussterminalVy190
4h 58m
kr 537–765
Drive 235.9 km
1. Drive from Asker to Arendal235.9 km
2h 42m
kr 514–742
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Asker stasjon to Oslo lufthavn stasjon
2. Fly from Oslo Airport, Gardermoen (OSL) to Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik (KRS)OSL - KRS
3. Take the bus from Universitetet to Arendal bussterminal
5h 17m

Asker to Arendal by train

49Weekly Trains

4h 45mAverage Duration

kr 300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 242.2 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Asker, NO-02, Norway and Arendal, Norway?

Go-Ahead Nordic operates a train from Asker stasjon to Nelaug stasjon every 4 hours. Tickets cost kr 230–360 and the journey takes 3h 8m.

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