What is the cheapest way to get from Ski to Skien?

The cheapest way to get from Ski to Skien is to drive which costs kr 290 - kr 430 and takes 2h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ski to Skien?

The fastest way to get from Ski to Skien is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs kr 290 - kr 430.

Is there a direct bus between Ski and Skien?

No, there is no direct bus from Ski to Skien. However, there are services departing from Ski stasjon Jernbaneveien and arriving at Ibsenhuset via Oslo bussterminal and Skjelsvik knutepunkt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Ski and Skien?

No, there is no direct train from Ski to Skien. However, there are services departing from Ski stasjon and arriving at Skien stasjon via Oslo S. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Ski to Skien?

The distance between Ski and Skien is 191 km. The road distance is 142.7 km.

How do I travel from Ski to Skien without a car?

The best way to get from Ski to Skien without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs kr 420 - kr 700.

How long does it take to get from Ski to Skien?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Ski to Skien, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ski to Skien bus from?

Ski to Skien bus services, operated by Ruter, depart from Ski stasjon Jernbaneveien station.

Where do I catch the Ski to Skien train from?

Ski to Skien train services, operated by Norwegian Railways (VY), depart from Oslo S station.

Train or bus from Ski to Skien?

The best way to get from Ski to Skien is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs kr 420 - kr 700. Alternatively, you can line 515 bus and bus, which costs kr 450 - kr 650 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Ski to Skien bus arrive?

Ski to Skien bus services, operated by Ruter, arrive at Oslo bussterminal station.

Where does the Ski to Skien train arrive?

Ski to Skien train services, operated by Norwegian Railways (VY), arrive at Skien stasjon station.

Can I drive from Ski to Skien?

Yes, the driving distance between Ski to Skien is 143 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Ski to Skien.

Where can I stay near Skien?

There are 72+ hotels available in Skien.

Ski to Skien - 4 ways to travel via train, line 515 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ski to Skien by train, bus, or car

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 Oslo S to Skien stasjontrain Re11 / ...
2h 58m
kr 429–662
Drive 142.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ski to Skiencar 142.7 km
2h 11m
kr 294–424
Line 515 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Ski stasjon Jernbaneveien to Oslo bussterminalbus 515
2. Take the bus from Oslo bussterminal to Skjelsvik knutepunktbus Vy190
4h 7m
kr 450–606
Train via Asker stasjon
1. Take the train from Ski stasjon to Asker stasjontrain L2
2. Take the train from Asker stasjon to Skien stasjontrain Re11
3h 41m
kr 428–617

Ski to Skien by train

157Weekly Trains

2h 58mAverage Duration

kr 429Cheapest Price

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Distance: 190.6 km
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Ski, NO-02, Norway and Skien, Norway?

Norwegian Railways (VY) operates a train from Oslo S to Skien stasjon hourly. Tickets cost kr 350–550 and the journey takes 2h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ski stasjon Jernbaneveien to Ibsenhuset via Oslo bussterminal and Skjelsvik knutepunkt in around 4h 7m.

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