How to travel from Kristiansand to Arendal, Norway

The distance between Kristiansand and Arendal is around 67km (41 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus which takes around 48min.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Kristiansand to Arendal by bus, train, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ArendalKristiansand if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Harebakken bussterminal.

  • Duration48min
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    NOK 265($26)
Operated by

Nettbuss AS

+ 3 others

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Train

Take the train to Nelaug and then to Arendal.

  • Duration1h 35m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    NOK 320($31)
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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Arendal.

  • Duration51min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    NOK 1,330($130)
Operated by

Kristiansand Taxi Sa

+ 1 others
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Drive

Drive to Arendal.

  • Duration51min
  • Distance67km (41 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kristiansand and Arendal

There are several options for getting from Kristiansand to Arendal by bus, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around and will take around 1h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the bus and arrive in approximately 48min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately NOK 265 ($26).

The distance between Kristiansand and Arendal is around 67km (41 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 64km (40 miles)

It takes around 48min to get from Kristiansand and Arendal by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 51min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kristiansand to Arendal is to take the bus which takes around 48min and will set you back approx NOK 265 ($26).

The cheapest way to travel between Kristiansand and Arendal, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kristiansand and Arendal. It typically takes around 1h 35m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Kristiansand to Arendal. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Nelaug. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 1h 35m.

Go-Ahead Nordic run train services between Kristiansand and Arendal. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 1h 35m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Kristiansand and Arendal. It typically takes around 48min and departs every 3 hours.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Kristiansand and Arendal with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 1h 25m.

Nettbuss AS, Nor-Way Bussekspress, Agder Kollektivtrafikk as and Vaernes Ekspressen run regular bus services between Kristiansand and Arendal. Buses run every 3 hours and take around 48min on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kristiansand to Arendal. We recommend that you take the bus to Harebakken bussterminal. instead which will take 48min.

The closest major airport to Arendal is Kristiansand Airport (KRS) (KRS) which is approximately 57km (35 miles) from Arendal. Stavanger Airport (SVG) (SVG) and Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) (OSL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Kristiansand and Arendal. The distance is around 67km (41 miles) by road and it will take around 51min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kristiansand to Arendal is to take the bus which takes, on average, 48min and will usually cost around NOK 265 ($26).

How do I get from Kristiansand to Arendal

Compare travel optionsbetween Kristiansand and Arendal

Transport options from Kristiansand to Arendal
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
48min
NOK 265($26)
every 3 hours68km (42 miles)
Bus to Arendal bussterminal1h 25m
hourly68km (42 miles)
Train
1h 35m
NOK 320($31)
every 4 hours103km (64 miles)
Taxi
51min
NOK 1,330($130)
on demand67km (41 miles)
Drive
51min
NOK 125($12)
on demand67km (41 miles)

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Airports near Arendal

The following major airports near Arendal offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Norway and internationally.

KRS
Kristiansand Airport (KRS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
57km (35 miles) from Arendal
SVG
Stavanger Airport (SVG)
International Airport
Distance
198km (123 miles) from Arendal
OSL
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
International Airport
Distance
231km (144 miles) from Arendal