How to travel from Skien to Sandefjord, Norway
The distance between Skien and Sandefjord is around 51km (31 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 36min.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Skien to Sandefjord by 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 Sandefjord → Skien if you're planning a return trip.
Train
Take the train to Sandefjord stasjon.
- Duration36min
- Departshourly
- Typical costNOK 90($9)
Taxi
Take a taxi to Sandefjord.
- Duration39min
- Departson demand
- Typical costNOK 1,125($110)
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Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Skien to Sandefjord by train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around NOK 90 ($9) and will take around 36min.
The distance between Skien and Sandefjord is around 51km (31 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 47km (29 miles)
It takes around 36min to get from Skien and Sandefjord by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 39min to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Skien to Sandefjord is to take the train which takes around 36min and will set you back approx NOK 90 ($9).
The cheapest way to travel between Skien and Sandefjord, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around NOK 90 ($9) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Skien and Sandefjord. It typically takes around 36min and departs hourly.
Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Skien and Sandefjord with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 36min.
Norwegian Railways run train services between Skien and Sandefjord. Trains depart hourly and will take around 36min, 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 Skien and Sandefjord. We recommend that you take the train to Sandefjord stasjon. instead which will take 36min.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Skien to Sandefjord. We recommend that you take the train to Sandefjord stasjon. instead which will take 36min.
The closest major airport to Sandefjord is Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) (TRF) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Sandefjord. Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) (OSL) and Kristiansand Airport (KRS) (KRS) 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 Skien and Sandefjord. The distance is around 51km (31 miles) by road and it will take around 39min in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Skien to Sandefjord is to take the train which takes, on average, 36min and will usually cost around NOK 90 ($9).
Compare travel optionsbetween Skien and Sandefjord
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train | 36min | NOK 90($9) | hourly | 52km (32 miles) |
Taxi | 39min | NOK 1,125($110) | on demand | 51km (31 miles) |
Drive | 39min | NOK 115($11) | on demand | 51km (31 miles) |
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Airports near Sandefjord
The following major airports near Sandefjord offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Norway and internationally.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
- Distance
- 11km (7 miles) from Sandefjord
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
- Distance
- 132km (82 miles) from Sandefjord
Kristiansand Airport (KRS)
- Distance
- 161km (100 miles) from Sandefjord