Route guide

Oslo → Berlin

838 km · Norway to Germany · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €30+ by bus

How to travel from Oslo to Berlin

There are 4 ways to travel between Oslo and Berlin — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€65–191

Duration: 6h 59m

via Vy, Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

~12 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€30–79

Duration: 11h 58m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~23 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€69–221

Duration: 3h 37m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Norwegian, Lufthansa, Eurowings

~131 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€101–184

Duration: 9h 19m

~142 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Oslo and Berlin highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 838 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Norway into Germany. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Oslo to Berlin — every option in detail

Oslo to Berlin by train

Trains link Oslo (Norway) and Berlin (Germany) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 6h 59m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Vy, Deutsche Bahn (ICE).

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €65 to €191. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 12 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 131 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~119 kg on this distance.

Oslo to Berlin by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Oslo and Berlin with a typical journey of 11h 58m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €30 when booked in advance, rising to €79 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Oslo to Berlin by flight

Flights between Oslo and Berlin take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 37m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Norwegian, Lufthansa, Eurowings.

Typical fare range is €69–221. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 131 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Oslo to Berlin by car

The driving distance from Oslo to Berlin is approximately 964 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 9h 19m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €101–184 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Norway–Germany border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 142 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Oslo and Berlin is approximately 838 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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