How to get from Kristiansand to Stavanger
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Kristiansand to Stavanger. The most useful door-to-door route takes 4h by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 159 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
159 km
Kristiansand to Stavanger: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Kristiansand → Stavanger bussterminalbus
FlixBus·4h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Kristiansand to Stavanger
FlixBus runs 2 scheduled departures a day, the first at 09:55 and the last at 10:55.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 2 | 09:55 | 10:55 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Kristiansand to Stavanger works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Kristiansand to Stavanger bussterminal, about 4h. In total it's roughly €17 over 4h, direct, no transfers.
Kristiansand to Stavanger: common questions
How long does it take to get from Kristiansand to Stavanger?
The most useful route takes about 4h by bus, with no transfer.
How far is Stavanger from Kristiansand?
About 159 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Kristiansand to Stavanger cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €17. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Kristiansand to Stavanger?
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
Can you get from Kristiansand to Stavanger without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 4h.
What is the cheapest way to get from Kristiansand to Stavanger?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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