4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Oslo to Arendal
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€29
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€48
Fastest journey on Sep 17
3 h 1 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
3 h 15 m
Buses on Sep 17
22
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oslo to Arendal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oslo to Arendal will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 22 buses from Oslo to Arendal, including 22 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 197 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 3 h 18 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.
FlixBus6:00 PM3h18Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)9:18 PMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal€291One-way0 transfers- FlixBus7:20 AM3h25Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)10:45 AMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal€291One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:30 AM3h18Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)11:48 AMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal€301One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:30 AM3h18Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)1:48 PMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal€301One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus1:00 PM3h18Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)4:18 PMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal€321One-way0 transfers
VY1904:30 PM3h01Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)7:31 PMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal€611One-way0 transfers- FlixBus6:00 PM3h18Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)9:18 PMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal€291One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus1:00 PM3h18Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)4:18 PMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal€321One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:30 AM3h18Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)11:48 AMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal€301One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:30 AM3h18Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)1:48 PMArendal, Harebakken Bussterminal€301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Oslo to Arendal
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Oslo to Arendal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €9, while a flight costs an average of €111.
Distance: 197 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Ferry |
|---|---|---|---|
€30 Average price | €67 Average price | €111 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Oslo to Arendal:
A ferry is €21 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Oslo to Arendal costing on average €30.
A ferry is €57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oslo to Arendal costing on average €67.
A ferry is €102 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oslo to Arendal costing on average €111.
Other travel options to Arendal take longer:
Ferry takes on average 2h 30m.
Bus takes on average 3h 21m.
Train takes on average 4h 9m.
Live departures
Oslo to Arendal bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oslo to Arendal buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VY190 | 6:00 AM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h21 | 9:21 AM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:20 AM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h25 | 10:45 AM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VY190 | 8:00 AM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h21 | 11:21 AM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:30 AM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h18 | 11:48 AM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VY190 | 9:00 AM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h21 | 12:21 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VY190 | 10:30 AM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h21 | 1:51 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 AM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h18 | 1:48 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VY190 | 11:00 AM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h21 | 2:21 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VY190 | 12:00 PM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h21 | 3:21 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:00 PM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h18 | 4:18 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VY190 | 1:00 PM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h21 | 4:21 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VY190 | 2:00 PM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h21 | 5:21 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VY190 | 3:00 PM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h21 | 6:21 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:00 PM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h18 | 6:18 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VY190 | 4:00 PM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h21 | 7:21 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VY190 | 4:30 PM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h01 | 7:31 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:30 PM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h18 | 7:48 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VY190 | 5:00 PM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h21 | 8:21 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:00 PM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h18 | 9:18 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VY190 | 6:00 PM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h21 | 9:21 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VY190 | 7:00 PM Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h21 | 10:21 PM Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oslo to Arendal
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Buses from Oslo to Arendal run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €9 by ferry.
There are 21 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:56, the last at 23:52. The fastest bus covers the 197 km distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 197 km |
Average bus duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 3h 1m |
First bus 12:56 AM |
Last bus 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss from Oslo to ArendalYou can travel by bus between Oslo to Arendal with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Oslo to Arendal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oslo to Arendal 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 Arendal, 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 Oslo to Arendal
Most Oslo to Arendal buses use the Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) to Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Oslo and Arendal bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Oslo station do buses to Arendal leave from?
Getting to Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) from Oslo city centre
Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) bus station facilities and services
Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bakery & Cafe (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal from Arendal city centre
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