Oslo To Stavanger: Car, Train, Bus & Plane

Traveling from Oslo to Stavanger? There are a few different ways to get from one city to another and we’ve covered them all in this detailed guide!

You can travel by car, train, bus, and plane from Oslo to Stavanger and each mode of transport has its pros and cons. Read on to learn what the best (and worst) ways to travel between Oslo and Stavanger are, and figure out the best option for you!

Oslo To Stavanger: By Car

Oslo and Stavanger are about 440 kilometers away by road, and it takes some seven hours to cover that journey in a car. That’s the fastest route from Oslo to Stavanger, which follows E18 to Drammen and then E134 and Fv45 to Stavanger.

Another option is to stay on the E18 and head south in Drammen. This route is longer (552 kilometers), but it only takes 20-30 minutes more than the first one. This is also the more scenic route that follows Norway’s coast, with plenty of worthwhile detour options.

The third route is the longest and the worst option. It goes north in Sandvik and follows Rv7 for the majority of the 570 kilometers. This route takes about 9 hours, which is longer than both the bus and the train. However, it also passes next to several nature parks and fjords, so it’s not entirely out of the question if you want to go on detours and explore the country.

Driving on your own is faster than riding the bus or the train, but it’s also more expensive, especially if you need to rent a car.