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

The cheapest way to get from Sandnes to Kristiansand is to train which costs kr 210 - kr 350 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sandnes to Kristiansand is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs kr 430 - kr 650.

Is there a direct bus between Sandnes and Kristiansand?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sandnes bussterminal Ruten and arriving at Kristiansand rutebilstasjon. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Sandnes and Kristiansand?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sandnes bussterminal Ruten and arriving at Kristiansand stasjon. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Sandnes to Kristiansand?

The distance between Sandnes and Kristiansand is 200 km. The road distance is 212.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sandnes to Kristiansand without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs kr 210 - kr 350.

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

The train from Sandnes bussterminal Ruten to Kristiansand stasjon takes 3h 10m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Sandnes to Kristiansand bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sandnes to Kristiansand train from?

Sandnes to Kristiansand train services, operated by Go-Ahead Nordic, depart from Sandnes bussterminal Ruten station.

Train, bus or fly from Sandnes to Kristiansand?

The best way to get from Sandnes to Kristiansand is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs kr 210 - kr 350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs kr 150 - kr 470 and takes 3h 14m, you could also fly, which costs kr 1300 - kr 2300 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Sandnes to Kristiansand bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sandnes to Kristiansand train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sandnes to Kristiansand?

Yes, the driving distance between Sandnes to Kristiansand is 212 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Sandnes to Kristiansand.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Kristiansand?

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Sandnes to Kristiansand - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sandnes bussterminal Ruten to Kristiansand stasjontrain F5
3h 10m
kr 210–350
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sandnes bussterminal Ruten to Kristiansand rutebilstasjonbus Vy190
3h 14m
kr 150–470
Drive 212.3 km
1. Drive from Sandnes to Kristiansandcar 212.3 km
3h 6m
kr 435–628
Fly
1. Fly from Stavanger Airport, Sola (SVG) to Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik (KRS)plane SVG - KRS
5h 9m
kr 1,345–2,266

Sandnes to Kristiansand by train

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Distance: 199.9 km
Duration: 3h 10m

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

Go-Ahead Nordic operates a train from Sandnes bussterminal Ruten to Kristiansand stasjon every 4 hours. Tickets cost kr 210–350 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, Vy Buss operates a bus from Sandnes bussterminal Ruten to Kristiansand rutebilstasjon 4 times a day. Tickets cost kr 320–470 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Two other operators also service this route.

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