The cheapest and fastest buses from Kristiansand to Bergen
Cheapest price
€73
Average price
€91
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 50 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kristiansand to Bergen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kristiansand to Bergen will cost around €91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €73.
Of the 3 buses that leave Kristiansand for Bergen on Fri, Feb 13, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 13 the direct buses cover the 292 km distance in an average of 8 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
On Fri, Feb 13 the slowest buses will take 8 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
VY190
VY190
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VY190
VY190
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kristiansand to Bergen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €70.
Distance: 292 km
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€52 Average price Cheapest | €128 Average price | €176 Average price |
11h 2m Average total duration 10h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23h 5m Average total duration 22h 5m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Kristiansand to Bergen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kristiansand to Bergen buses for today, Thursday, February 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VY190 | 6:40 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 8h45 | 3:25 PM Bergen, Busstasjon | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 8h55 | 7:50 PM Bergen, Busstasjon | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 11:35 AM Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon | 8h50 | 8:25 PM Bergen, Busstasjon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kristiansand to Bergen
Buses from Kristiansand to Bergen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €38 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:12, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 292 km distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 292 km |
Average bus duration 10h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 00:12 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss from Kristiansand to BergenYou can travel by bus between Kristiansand to Bergen with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss for as low as €38. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Kristiansand to Bergen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kristiansand to Bergen by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bergen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Vy Bus4You
- Vy Bus4You strives for all to travel comfortably, safely and independently, adapting digital services, vehicles, and ticket solutions in accordance with the new accessibility directive (European Accessibility Act) which takes effect in June 2025.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Vy Bus4You
- Tickets with cancellation insurance can be canceled up to one hour before departure for a full refund, excluding the cancellation insurance premium.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Vy Bus4You
- One checked bag and one hand luggage with a total maximum weight of 25kg is included for Swedish services, while Norwegian services allow two checked bags and one hand luggage with maximum dimensions of 175 cm (height + length + depth) and 23 kg per item.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Vy Bus4You
- Additional luggage can be another bag up to 25 kg, and special luggage like a golf bag, skis, or an instrument can weigh a maximum of 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Vy Bus4You
- Smaller pets are allowed in cages no bigger than a normal seat (max 50x40x40 cm) and require a child's ticket for Swedish routes, while guide dogs are free.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kristiansand to Bergen
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Rutebilstasjon (in the station)
- Fiskebrygga Restaurant (0.5 km)
- Le Monde Tapas (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 01, 02, 10, 13 Train: R11, R50
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