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

The cheapest way to get from Skien to Hamar is to drive which costs kr 500 - kr 800 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skien to Hamar is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs kr 500 - kr 800.

Is there a direct train between Skien and Hamar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Skien stasjon and arriving at Hamar stasjon. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Skien to Hamar?

The distance between Skien and Hamar is 289 km. The road distance is 257.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Skien to Hamar without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs kr 550 - kr 850.

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

The train from Skien stasjon to Hamar stasjon takes 3h 28m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Skien to Hamar train from?

Skien to Hamar train services, operated by Norwegian Railways (VY), depart from Skien stasjon station.

Where does the Skien to Hamar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Skien to Hamar?

Yes, the driving distance between Skien to Hamar is 257 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Skien to Hamar.

Where can I stay near Hamar?

There are 63+ hotels available in Hamar.

Skien to Hamar - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Skien to Hamar by train 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 Skien stasjon to Hamar stasjontrain Re11
3h 28m
kr 550–850
Drive 257.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Skien to Hamarcar 257.1 km
3h 14m
kr 542–783
Train via Oslo Airport (OSL)
1. Take the train from Skien stasjon to Oslo lufthavn stasjontrain Re11 / ...
2. Take the train from Oslo lufthavn stasjon to Hamar stasjontrain Re10 / ...
3h 49m
kr 613–876
Train via Drammen
1. Take the train from Skien stasjon to Drammen stasjontrain Re11 / ...
2. Take the train from Drammen stasjon to Hamar stasjontrain Re10 / ...
4h 2m
kr 616–875

Skien to Hamar by train

5Weekly Trains

3h 28mAverage Duration

kr 550Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 289.2 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Skien, Norway and Hamar, Innlandet, Norway?

Norwegian Railways (VY) operates a train from Skien stasjon to Hamar stasjon 5 times a week. Tickets cost kr 550–850 and the journey takes 3h 28m.

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