Route guide

Stockholm → Oslo

416 km · Sweden to Norway · Fastest: 3h by flight · Cheapest: €19+ by bus

How to travel from Stockholm to Oslo

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

🚄Train

€40–115

Duration: 3h 28m

via SJ, Vy

~6.0 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€19–49

Duration: 5h 57m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~12 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€52–170

Duration: 3h 3m

via Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, Norwegian

~65 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€50–92

Duration: 4h 38m

~71 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 416 km this is a comfortable weekend trip — train or flight both work.
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 Sweden into Norway. 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.

Stockholm to Oslo — every option in detail

Stockholm to Oslo by train

Trains link Stockholm (Sweden) and Oslo (Norway) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 3h 28m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include SJ, Vy.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €40 to €115. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

On routes under 600 km like this one, train often beats flight door-to-door once you factor in airport check-in and transfers.

Climate footprint: about 6.0 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 65 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~59 kg on this distance.

Stockholm to Oslo by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Stockholm and Oslo with a typical journey of 5h 57m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €19 when booked in advance, rising to €49 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.

Stockholm to Oslo by flight

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

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, Norwegian.

Typical fare range is €52–170. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 65 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Stockholm to Oslo by car

The driving distance from Stockholm to Oslo is approximately 479 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 4h 38m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €50–92 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Sweden–Norway 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 71 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Stockholm and Oslo is approximately 416 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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