How much is the bus ticket from Kristiansand to Stavanger?

The cheapest bus tickets from Kristiansand to Stavanger start from $46. The average price for this route is around $73. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Kristiansand to Stavanger?

The average bus travel time from Kristiansand to Stavanger is 3h 59m, covering a distance of 156 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 12m and is operated by Vy bus4you .

Which bus companies service the Kristiansand to Stavanger route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 65 buses available per day, including services from Vy bus4you , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kristiansand to Stavanger?

The earliest bus departs from Kristiansand to Stavanger at 1:20am. And the latest bus departs at 6:56pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kristiansand to Stavanger?

A bus trip from Kristiansand to Stavanger generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Kristiansand to Stavanger?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Vy bus4you , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 328 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kristiansand to Stavanger?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Vy bus4you has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Kristiansand to Stavanger?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Vy bus4you , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kristiansand to Stavanger?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Vy bus4you , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Kristiansand to Stavanger from $41 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Kristiansand to Stavanger on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55am	Kristiansand	4h	3:55pm	Stavanger stasjon	Cheapest
Bus	12:45pm	Monan E39	3h 26m	4:11pm	Sykehuset v/tunnel	Fastest
Bus	7:40am	Kristiansand rutebilstasjon	3h 45m	11:25am	Stavanger bussterminal	No tags
Bus	11:36am	Håneskrysset E18	4h 19m	3:55pm	Stavanger stasjon	No tags
Bus	12:35pm	Kristiansand rutebilstasjon	3h 44m	4:19pm	Stavanger bussterminal	No tags

Next departures for Kristiansand to Stavanger on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55am	Kristiansand	4h	3:55pm	Stavanger stasjon	Cheapest
Bus	12:45pm	Monan E39	3h 26m	4:11pm	Sykehuset v/tunnel	Fastest
Bus	7:40am	Kristiansand rutebilstasjon	3h 45m	11:25am	Stavanger bussterminal	No tags
Bus	11:36am	Håneskrysset E18	4h 19m	3:55pm	Stavanger stasjon	No tags
Bus	12:35pm	Kristiansand rutebilstasjon	3h 39m	4:14pm	Stavanger bussterminal	No tags

Next departures for Kristiansand to Stavanger on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55am	Kristiansand	4h	3:55pm	Stavanger stasjon	Cheapest
Bus	12:45pm	Monan E39	3h 26m	4:11pm	Sykehuset v/tunnel	Fastest
Bus	7:40am	Kristiansand rutebilstasjon	3h 45m	11:25am	Stavanger bussterminal	No tags
Bus	11:36am	Håneskrysset E18	4h 19m	3:55pm	Stavanger stasjon	No tags
Bus	12:35pm	Kristiansand rutebilstasjon	3h 39m	4:14pm	Stavanger bussterminal	No tags

Next departures for Kristiansand to Stavanger on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55am	Kristiansand	4h	3:55pm	Stavanger stasjon	Cheapest
Bus	12:45pm	Monan E39	3h 26m	4:11pm	Sykehuset v/tunnel	Fastest
Bus	7:40am	Kristiansand rutebilstasjon	3h 45m	11:25am	Stavanger bussterminal	No tags
Bus	11:36am	Håneskrysset E18	4h 19m	3:55pm	Stavanger stasjon	No tags
Bus	12:35pm	Kristiansand rutebilstasjon	3h 39m	4:14pm	Stavanger bussterminal	No tags

Next departures for Kristiansand to Stavanger on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55am	Kristiansand	4h	3:55pm	Stavanger stasjon	Cheapest
Bus	12:45pm	Monan E39	3h 26m	4:11pm	Sykehuset v/tunnel	Fastest
Bus	7:40am	Kristiansand rutebilstasjon	3h 45m	11:25am	Stavanger bussterminal	No tags
Bus	11:36am	Håneskrysset E18	4h 19m	3:55pm	Stavanger stasjon	No tags
Bus	12:35pm	Kristiansand rutebilstasjon	3h 39m	4:14pm	Stavanger bussterminal	No tags

Next departures for Kristiansand to Stavanger on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55am	Kristiansand	4h	3:55pm	Stavanger stasjon	Cheapest
Bus	6:56pm	Monan E39	3h 14m	10:10pm	Sykehuset v/tunnel	Fastest
Bus	7:40am	Kristiansand rutebilstasjon	3h 45m	11:25am	Stavanger bussterminal	No tags
Bus	11:36am	Håneskrysset E18	4h 19m	3:55pm	Stavanger stasjon	No tags
Bus	12:35pm	Kristiansand rutebilstasjon	3h 39m	4:14pm	Stavanger bussterminal	No tags

Next departures for Kristiansand to Stavanger on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55am	Kristiansand	4h	3:55pm	Stavanger stasjon	Cheapest
Bus	12:45pm	Monan E39	3h 23m	4:08pm	Sykehuset v/tunnel	Fastest
Bus	7:40am	Kristiansand rutebilstasjon	3h 44m	11:24am	Stavanger bussterminal	No tags
Bus	11:36am	Håneskrysset E18	4h 19m	3:55pm	Stavanger stasjon	No tags
Bus	12:35pm	Kristiansand rutebilstasjon	3h 36m	4:11pm	Stavanger bussterminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:10 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kristiansand to Stavanger

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Stavanger. The journey takes about 3 hours 59 minutes, and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

65bus per day

3h 59mAverage Duration

156 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$46 - $98	Average Duration3h 59m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Ferry	Average Price$233 - $257	Average Duration16h 40m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Kristiansand and Stavanger?

Stops in Kristiansand

A
Kristiansand ferjekai
Østre Ringvei 83F, 4632 Kristiansand, Norway
B
Port: Kristiansand
Vestre Strandgate 31, 4611 Kristiansand, Norway

Stops in Stavanger

A
Tananger Port
Kontinentalvegen 31, 4056 Tananger, Norway

Compare bus companies

Vy bus4you

4/5328 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi4.7

Based on 328 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the timeliness. Vy bus4you ticket prices on this trip start at $59

Vy Buss Kristiansand Stavanger recent customer reviews

We arrived at the bus terminal before the departure time, a little less than 15 minutes before and the bus never came. We tried to meet it further down the line with no success so we ended up having the take the train which cost us even more money!

Pat O.

April 24, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,476 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

NO Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kristiansand to Stavanger by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Kristiansand to Stavanger?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kristiansand to Stavanger start from $46. The average price for this route is around $73. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Kristiansand to Stavanger?
The average bus travel time from Kristiansand to Stavanger is 3h 59m, covering a distance of 156 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 12m and is operated by Vy bus4you.
Which bus companies service the Kristiansand to Stavanger route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 65 buses available per day, including services from Vy bus4you, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kristiansand to Stavanger?
The earliest bus departs from Kristiansand to Stavanger at 1:20am. And the latest bus departs at 6:56pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kristiansand to Stavanger?
A bus trip from Kristiansand to Stavanger generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Kristiansand to Stavanger?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Vy bus4you, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 328 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kristiansand to Stavanger?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Vy bus4you has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Kristiansand to Stavanger?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Vy bus4you, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kristiansand to Stavanger?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Vy bus4you, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-28

$45

11-29

$46

Today

$41

12-01

$46

12-02

$41

12-03

$46

12-04

$46

12-05

$46

The cheapest trip from Kristiansand to Stavanger was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $41

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kristiansand to Stavanger, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $41 to $90 for a bus ticket from Kristiansand to Stavanger based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually Vy bus4you will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.