How to travel from Kristiansand to Bodø, Norway

The distance between Kristiansand and Bodø is around 1,104km (686 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 50m.

5 routes found

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

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

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Fly

Fly from Kristiansand (KRS) to Bodo (BOO).

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Flight time2h 15m
  • Typical cost
    NOK 2,510($245)
Operated byScandinavian Airlines+ 2 others
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Train

Take the train to Asker stasjon, Hamar stasjon then Trondheim S and then to Bodø.

  • Duration21h 35m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    NOK 2,910($285)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Oslo bussterminal and then to Elverum skysstasjon then take the train to Glåmos then take the bus to Trondheim S then take the train to Bodø.

  • Duration22h 10m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    NOK 3,015($295)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Bodø.

  • Duration20h 30m
  • Distance1,503km (934 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kristiansand and Bodø

There are several options for getting from Kristiansand to Bodø by plane, train, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around NOK 2,510 ($245) and will take around 2h 50m.

The distance between Kristiansand and Bodø is around 1,104km (686 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,066km (662 miles)

It takes around 2h 50m to get from Kristiansand and Bodø by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 20h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kristiansand to Bodø is to fly which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx NOK 2,510 ($245).

The cheapest way to travel between Kristiansand and Bodø, if you exclude driving, is to fly which will typically cost around NOK 2,510 ($245) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kristiansand and Bodø. It typically takes around 21h 35m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Kristiansand to Bodø. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Asker stasjon, Hamar stasjon and Trondheim S. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 21h 35m.

Go-Ahead Nordic, Norwegian Railways and SJ Norge AS run train services between Kristiansand and Bodø. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 21h 35m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kristiansand and Bodø. We recommend that you fly from Kristiansand (KRS) to Bodo (BOO). instead which will take 2h 50m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kristiansand and Bodø. Flights depart from Kristiansand (KRS) and arrive at Bodo (BOO) - via Oslo (OSL). The flight takes around 2h 15m.

There is no direct flight from Kristiansand to Bodø. There is however a flight that goes via Oslo (OSL). This services will take at least 2h 50m (not including layover time).

The flight from Kristiansand to Bodø typically takes around 2h 15m. Flights depart from Kristiansand (KRS) and and arrive into Bodo (BOO).

The closest major airport to Bodø is Bodø Airport (BOO) (BOO) which is approximately 1km (1 miles) from Bodø. Røst Airport (RET) (RET) and Tromsø Airport (TOS) (TOS) 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 Bodø. The distance is around 1,503km (934 miles) by road and it will take around 20h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kristiansand to Bodø is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 50m and will usually cost around NOK 2,510 ($245).

How do I get from Kristiansand to Bodø

Compare travel optionsbetween Kristiansand and Bodø

Transport options from Kristiansand to Bodø
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 50m
NOK 2,510($245)
hourly1,104km (686 miles)
Train
21h 35m
NOK 2,910($285)
twice daily1,385km (860 miles)
Bus and Train + 1 similar
22h 10m
NOK 3,015($295)
twice daily1,434km (891 miles)
Train, Bus and Ferry2 days 22h
NOK 7,140($695)
once daily1,653km (1,027 miles)
Drive
20h 30m
NOK 2,550($250)
on demand1,503km (934 miles)

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Airports near Bodø

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

BOO
Bodø Airport (BOO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
1km (1 miles) from Bodø
RET
Røst Airport (RET)
Domestic Airport
Distance
101km (63 miles) from Bodø
TOS
Tromsø Airport (TOS)
International Airport
Distance
324km (201 miles) from Bodø