Route guide

Oslo → Frankfurt

1098 km · Norway to Germany · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €36+ by bus

How to travel from Oslo to Frankfurt

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

🚄Train

€81–238

Duration: 9h 9m

via Vy, Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

~15 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€36–97

Duration: 15h 41m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~31 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€79–252

Duration: 3h 58m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Norwegian, Lufthansa, Eurowings

~171 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€132–242

Duration: 12h 12m

~187 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1098 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 Frankfurt — every option in detail

Oslo to Frankfurt by train

Trains link Oslo (Norway) and Frankfurt (Germany) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 9h 9m including one or two connections at major hubs.

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

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €81 to €238. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 15 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 171 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~156 kg on this distance.

Oslo to Frankfurt by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Oslo and Frankfurt with a typical journey of 15h 41m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €36 when booked in advance, rising to €97 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 Frankfurt by flight

Flights between Oslo and Frankfurt take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 58m 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 €79–252. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 171 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Oslo to Frankfurt by car

The driving distance from Oslo to Frankfurt is approximately 1263 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 12h 12m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €132–242 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 187 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Oslo and Frankfurt is approximately 1098 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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