The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlstad to Oslo
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlstad to Oslo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlstad to Oslo will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 5 trains that leave Karlstad for Oslo on Thu, Nov 27, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest trains will take 3 h 6 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.
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645 SJ 3000
653 SJ
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645 SJ 3000Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Karlstad to Oslo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlstad to Oslo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 166 km
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€30 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Karlstad to Oslo train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlstad to Oslo trains for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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621 SJ 3000 | 7:33 AM Karlstad tågstation | 2h37 | 10:10 AM Oslo Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
653 SJ | 9:27 AM Karlstad tågstation | 2h56 | 12:23 PM Oslo Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
629 SJ 3000 | 12:17 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2h52 | 3:09 PM Oslo Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
669 SJ | 5:22 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h01 | 8:23 PM Oslo Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
645 SJ 3000 | 7:56 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h06 | 11:02 PM Oslo Central Station | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlstad to Oslo
Trains from Karlstad to Oslo run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:56, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 05:56 |
Last train 21:13 |
Train companies: SJ, vy, Swedish Railways (SJ), Vy Travel AB from Karlstad to Oslo trainsSJ, vy, Swedish Railways (SJ), Vy Travel AB trains will get you between Karlstad and Oslo from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Karlstad to Oslo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlstad to Oslo by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oslo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Karlstad tågstation, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Oslo Central Station, located 1.7 miles (2.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlstad to Oslo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Drottninggatan.
- Restaurant Frost
- Br. Olssons Elektriska
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Clarion Collection Hotel Drott
- Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad
- Scandic Karlstad City
- Located in the main hall
- SIXT
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Jernbanetorget.
- Egon Byporten
- Bella Bambina Ristorante
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- NOK 10
- Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
- Thon Hotel Opera
- Scandic Byporten
- Cost NOK 50
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Hertz
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for local and regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 9-19 for long-distance and international trains
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
- Tram: Lines 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19
- Bus: Several lines available
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