The cheapest and fastest buses from Stavanger to Mandal
Cheapest price
€28
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
2 h 56 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stavanger to Mandal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stavanger to Mandal will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
Of the 2 buses that leave Stavanger for Mandal on Thu, Feb 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct buses cover the 145 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 56 m .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest buses will take 3 h 24 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Stavanger to Mandal
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stavanger to Mandal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 145 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€25 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price |
3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stavanger to Mandal bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stavanger to Mandal buses for today, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VY190 | 6:00 AM Stavanger, Bussterminal | 3h07 | 9:07 AM Mandal, Kristiansandsveien (Marnarkrysset) | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 6:00 AM Stavanger, Bussterminal | 3h10 | 9:10 AM Mandal, E39 (Mandalskrysset) | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 9:00 AM Stavanger, Bussterminal | 3h10 | 12:10 PM Mandal, E39 (Mandalskrysset) | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 9:00 AM Stavanger, Bussterminal | 3h07 | 12:07 PM Mandal, Kristiansandsveien (Marnarkrysset) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:25 AM Stavanger, Bussterminal | 3h24 | 2:49 PM Mandal, Kristiansandsveien (Marnarkrysset) | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 1:00 PM Stavanger, Bussterminal | 3h10 | 4:10 PM Mandal, E39 (Mandalskrysset) | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 1:00 PM Stavanger, Bussterminal | 3h07 | 4:07 PM Mandal, Kristiansandsveien (Marnarkrysset) | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 5:15 PM Stavanger, Bussterminal | 3h06 | 8:21 PM Mandal, E39 (Mandalskrysset) | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY190 | 5:15 PM Stavanger, Bussterminal | 3h03 | 8:18 PM Mandal, Kristiansandsveien (Marnarkrysset) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stavanger to Mandal
Buses from Stavanger to Mandal run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €13 by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:57, the last at 20:55. The fastest bus covers the 145 km distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 145 km |
Average bus duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 56m |
First bus 01:57 |
Last bus 20:55 |
Bus providers: Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss, Nor-Way Bussekspress from Stavanger to MandalYou can travel by bus between Stavanger to Mandal with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss, Nor-Way Bussekspress for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Stavanger to Mandal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stavanger to Mandal 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 Mandal, 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.
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