How to get from Kristiansand to Stavanger
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We compared the ways to travel from Kristiansand to Stavanger. The most useful door-to-door route takes 36h 31m by train, bus, 2 transfers. 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.
This fare comes from a search on September 1, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
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 → LysakertrainGo-Ahead Norge AS·4h 49m
- 2Lysaker → TønsbergtrainVy·51m
- 3Tønsberg → Stavanger bussterminalbus
FlixBus·7h 17m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
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Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusTønsberg-Stavanger bussterminalBook →On this route you travel with Go-Ahead Norge AS, Vy, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Kristiansand to Stavanger works
Start with a Go-Ahead Norge AS train from Kristiansand to Lysaker, about 4h 49m. Transfer in Lysaker and continue by Vy train on to Tønsberg Sem E18 (51 min). Transfer in Tønsberg Sem E18 and continue by FlixBus bus on to Stavanger bussterminal (7h 17m). In total it's roughly €112 over 36h 31m, 2 transfers.
Kristiansand to Stavanger: common questions
How long does it take to get from Kristiansand to Stavanger?
The most useful route takes about 36h 31m by train, bus, 2 transfers.
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 €112. 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 Go-Ahead Norge AS, Vy, FlixBus.
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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