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

The cheapest way to get from Karlstad to Stavern is to bus which costs kr 430 - kr 650 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karlstad to Stavern is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs kr 700 - kr 1100.

Is there a direct bus between Karlstad and Stavern?

No, there is no direct bus from Karlstad station to Stavern. However, there are services departing from Karlstad Centralstation and arriving at Pumpeparken via Oslo bussterminal and Larvik stasjon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Karlstad to Stavern?

The distance between Karlstad and Stavern is 378 km. The road distance is 337.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Karlstad to Stavern without a car is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs kr 500 - kr 950.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Karlstad to Stavern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karlstad to Stavern bus from?

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

Train or bus from Karlstad to Stavern?

The best way to get from Karlstad to Stavern is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs kr 500 - kr 950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs kr 430 - kr 650 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Karlstad to Stavern bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karlstad to Stavern?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlstad to Stavern is 338 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Karlstad to Stavern.

Where can I stay near Stavern?

There are 131+ hotels available in Stavern.

Karlstad to Stavern - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Karlstad to Stavern by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Karlstad Centralstation to Oslo Strain 70
2. Take the train from Oslo S to Larvik stasjontrain Re11 / ...
5h 55m
kr 502–950
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlstad Centralstation to Oslo bussterminalbus 850 / ...
2. Take the bus from Oslo bussterminal to Larvik stasjonbus Vy190
6h 20m
kr 437–633
Drive 337.8 km
1. Drive from Karlstad to Staverncar 337.8 km
4h 22m
kr 732–1,057
Train via Lillestrøm
1. Take the train from Karlstad Centralstation to Lillestrøm stasjontrain F1
2. Take the train from Lillestrøm stasjon to Sandefjord stasjontrain Re11
6h 51m
kr 505–708

Karlstad to Stavern by train and bus

36Weekly Services

5h 55mAverage Duration

kr 502Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Karlstad to Stavern.

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Distance: 377.6 km
Duration: 5h 55m

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

You can take a train from Karlstad Centralstation to Pumpeparken via Oslo S, Larvik stasjon, and Larvik stasjon in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Karlstad Centralstation to Pumpeparken via Oslo bussterminal and Larvik stasjon in around 6h 20m.

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