How much is the bus ticket from Stavanger to Kristiansand?

The cheapest bus tickets from Stavanger to Kristiansand start at R 549. The average price for this route is around R 886. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Stavanger to Kristiansand?

The average bus journey time from Stavanger to Kristiansand is 3h 56m, covering a distance of 155 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 12m and is operated by Vy bus4you .

Which bus companies service the Stavanger to Kristiansand route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stavanger to Kristiansand?

The earliest bus departs from Stavanger to Kristiansand at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:39.

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

A bus trip from Stavanger to Kristiansand produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Stavanger to Kristiansand?

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 Stavanger to Kristiansand?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Stavanger to Kristiansand?

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 Stavanger to Kristiansand?

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 Stavanger to Kristiansand from R 490 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Stavanger to Kristiansand on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:15	Stavanger bussterminal	3h 48m	22:03	Bjørndalssletta E18	Cheapest
Bus	18:19	Sykehuset v/tunnel	3h 15m	21:34	Monan E39	Fastest
Bus	18:15	Stavanger bussterminal	3h 53m	22:08	Håneskrysset (E18 Avkj. 91)	No tags
Bus	18:15	Stavanger bussterminal	3h 30m	21:45	Kristiansand rutebilstasjon	No tags
Bus	18:15	Stavanger bussterminal	3h 56m	22:11	Dyreparken/Travparken	No tags

Next departures from Stavanger to Kristiansand on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:25	Stavanger stasjon	4h	16:25	Kristiansand	Cheapest
Bus	18:19	Sykehuset v/tunnel	3h 15m	21:34	Monan E39	Fastest
Bus	07:00	Stavanger bussterminal	4h 3m	11:03	Bjørndalssletta E18	No tags
Bus	12:25	Stavanger stasjon	4h 19m	16:44	Håneskrysset E18	No tags
Bus	10:00	Stavanger bussterminal	4h 3m	14:03	Bjørndalssletta E18	No tags

Next departures from Stavanger to Kristiansand on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:25	Stavanger stasjon	4h	16:25	Kristiansand	Cheapest
Bus	18:19	Sykehuset v/tunnel	3h 15m	21:34	Monan E39	Fastest
Bus	07:00	Stavanger bussterminal	4h 3m	11:03	Bjørndalssletta E18	No tags
Bus	12:25	Stavanger stasjon	4h 19m	16:44	Håneskrysset E18	No tags
Bus	10:00	Stavanger bussterminal	4h 3m	14:03	Bjørndalssletta E18	No tags

Next departures from Stavanger to Kristiansand on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:25	Stavanger stasjon	4h	16:25	Kristiansand	Cheapest
Bus	18:19	Sykehuset v/tunnel	3h 15m	21:34	Monan E39	Fastest
Bus	07:00	Stavanger bussterminal	4h 3m	11:03	Bjørndalssletta E18	No tags
Bus	12:25	Stavanger stasjon	4h 19m	16:44	Håneskrysset E18	No tags
Bus	10:00	Stavanger bussterminal	4h 3m	14:03	Bjørndalssletta E18	No tags

Next departures from Stavanger to Kristiansand on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:35	Stavanger bussterminal	3h 27m	00:02	Kristiansand rutebilstasjon	Cheapest
Bus	20:39	Sykehuset v/tunnel	3h 12m	23:51	Monan E39	Fastest
Bus	08:00	Stavanger bussterminal	4h 3m	12:03	Bjørndalssletta E18	No tags
Bus	12:20	Stavanger stasjon	4h	16:20	Kristiansand	No tags
Bus	10:00	Stavanger bussterminal	4h 3m	14:03	Bjørndalssletta E18	No tags

Next departures from Stavanger to Kristiansand on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:10	Stavanger stasjon	4h	16:10	Kristiansand	Cheapest
Bus	18:19	Sykehuset v/tunnel	3h 15m	21:34	Monan E39	Fastest
Bus	09:00	Stavanger bussterminal	4h 3m	13:03	Bjørndalssletta E18	No tags
Bus	12:10	Stavanger stasjon	4h 19m	16:29	Håneskrysset E18	No tags
Bus	12:30	Stavanger bussterminal	4h 3m	16:33	Bjørndalssletta E18	No tags

Next departures from Stavanger to Kristiansand on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:25	Stavanger stasjon	4h	16:25	Kristiansand	Cheapest
Bus	18:19	Sykehuset v/tunnel	3h 15m	21:34	Monan E39	Fastest
Bus	07:00	Stavanger bussterminal	4h 3m	11:03	Bjørndalssletta E18	No tags
Bus	12:25	Stavanger stasjon	4h 19m	16:44	Håneskrysset E18	No tags
Bus	10:00	Stavanger bussterminal	4h 3m	14:03	Bjørndalssletta E18	No tags

Next departures from Stavanger to Kristiansand on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:25	Stavanger stasjon	4h	16:25	Kristiansand	Cheapest
Bus	18:19	Sykehuset v/tunnel	3h 15m	21:34	Monan E39	Fastest
Bus	07:00	Stavanger bussterminal	4h 3m	11:03	Bjørndalssletta E18	No tags
Bus	12:25	Stavanger stasjon	4h 19m	16:44	Håneskrysset E18	No tags
Bus	10:00	Stavanger bussterminal	4h 3m	14:03	Bjørndalssletta E18	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:15 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Stavanger to Kristiansand

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Kristiansand. The journey takes about 3 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just R 549, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

65bus per day

3h 56mAverage duration

155 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 549 - R 1 179	Average duration3h 56m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Ferry	Average priceR 2 745 - R 6 072	Average duration16h 55m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Stavanger and Kristiansand?

Stops in Stavanger

A
Tananger Port
Kontinentalvegen 31, 4056 Tananger, Norway

Stops in Kristiansand

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

Compare bus companies

Vy bus4you

4/5328 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi4.7

FlixBus

3.5/511 561 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

NO Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stavanger to Kristiansand by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Stavanger to Kristiansand?
The cheapest bus tickets from Stavanger to Kristiansand start at R 549. The average price for this route is around R 886. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Stavanger to Kristiansand?
The average bus journey time from Stavanger to Kristiansand is 3h 56m, covering a distance of 155 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 12m and is operated by Vy bus4you.
Which bus companies service the Stavanger to Kristiansand route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 65 buses available per day, including services from Vy bus4you, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stavanger to Kristiansand?
The earliest bus departs from Stavanger to Kristiansand at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:39.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stavanger to Kristiansand?
A bus trip from Stavanger to Kristiansand produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Stavanger to Kristiansand?
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 Stavanger to Kristiansand?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Vy bus4you has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Stavanger to Kristiansand?
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 Stavanger to Kristiansand?
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

07/12

R 490

08/12

R 554

Today

R 490

10/12

R 542

11/12

R 542

12/12

R 542

13/12

R 533

14/12

R 542

The cheapest trip from Stavanger to Kristiansand was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 490

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

You can expect to pay from R 490 to R 1 107 for a bus ticket from Stavanger to Kristiansand based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 533, which is on 2025-12-13.

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.