What is the cheapest way to get from Karlstad to Oslo?

The cheapest way to get from Karlstad to Oslo is to bus which costs kr 120 - kr 390 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Karlstad to Oslo?

The fastest way to get from Karlstad to Oslo is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs kr 460 - kr 700.

Is there a direct bus between Karlstad and Oslo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Karlstad Centralstation station and arriving at Oslo bussterminal. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Karlstad and Oslo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karlstad Centralstation station and arriving at Oslo S. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Karlstad to Oslo?

The distance between Karlstad and Oslo is 236 km. The road distance is 217.9 km.

How do I travel from Karlstad to Oslo without a car?

The best way to get from Karlstad to Oslo without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs kr 210 - kr 550.

How long does it take to get from Karlstad to Oslo?

The train from Karlstad Centralstation to Oslo S takes 2h 56m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Karlstad to Oslo bus from?

Karlstad to Oslo bus services, operated by Vy Buss, depart from Karlstad Centralstation.

Where do I catch the Karlstad to Oslo train from?

Karlstad to Oslo train services, operated by Swedish Railways (SJ), depart from Karlstad Centralstation.

Train or bus from Karlstad to Oslo?

The best way to get from Karlstad to Oslo is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs kr 210 - kr 550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs kr 120 - kr 390 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Karlstad to Oslo bus arrive?

Karlstad to Oslo bus services, operated by Vy Buss, arrive at Oslo bussterminal station.

Where does the Karlstad to Oslo train arrive?

Karlstad to Oslo train services, operated by Swedish Railways (SJ), arrive at Oslo S station.

Can I drive from Karlstad to Oslo?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlstad to Oslo is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Karlstad to Oslo.

How do I get a train ticket from Karlstad to Oslo?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Karlstad to Oslo?

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Karlstad to Oslo - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Karlstad to Oslo by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Karlstad Centralstation to Oslo Strain SJ Intercity / ...
2h 56m
kr 210–550
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlstad Centralstation to Oslo bussterminalbus 850 / ...
3h 5m
kr 120–390
Drive 217.9 km
1. Drive from Karlstad to Oslocar 217.9 km
2h 52m
kr 467–675

Karlstad to Oslo by train

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2h 56mAverage Duration

kr 210Cheapest Price

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Distance: 235.9 km
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Karlstad, Sweden and Oslo, Norway?

Swedish Railways (SJ) operates a train from Karlstad Centralstation to Oslo S 5 times a day. Tickets cost kr 210–550 and the journey takes 2h 56m. Tågkompaniet also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, Vy Buss operates a bus from Karlstad Centralstation to Oslo bussterminal 3 times a day. Tickets cost kr 180–320 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Two other operators also service this route.

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