How to Get from Stavanger to Arendal
Stavanger to Arendal is 185 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 4h 30m by bus. The trip takes 6h 48m by train.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Stavanger to Arendal by price and travel time (route calculated on 7 November 2026).
- First bus at 10:25, last at 11:25
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Stavanger to Arendal. The most useful door-to-door route takes 5h 05m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 185 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
185 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €37Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 6h 48m3 transfers | See Train details |
| Bus | €19Omio catalogue, Nov 9 | 4h 30mFastestdirect | See Bus details |
| See bus tickets on Omio | |||
- Train€37Our estimate, not a fare we saw6h 48m · 3 transfersSee Train details
- Bus€19Omio catalogue, Nov 94h 30m · directFastestSee Bus details
These figures come from different days, and some are our estimates. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Stavanger to Arendal: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Stavanger bussterminal → Arendalbus
FlixBus·5h 05m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Stavanger to Arendal
FlixBus publishes departures from 10:25 to 11:25.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 10:25 | 11:25 |
All departures
- 10:25
- 11:25
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 4h 30m€19Book
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
FlixBusStavanger bussterminal-Arendal, Lillesand-ArendalBook →Go-Ahead Norge ASStavanger-KristiansandBook →Local busKristiansand Airport-LillesandBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Go-Ahead Norge AS, Local bus.
How the Trip from Stavanger to Arendal Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 7 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Stavanger bussterminal to Arendal, about 5h 5m. In total it's roughly €21 over 5h 5m, direct, no transfers.
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Stavanger to Arendal: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Stavanger to Arendal?
Routavio's route check on 7 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 5h 05m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Stavanger to Arendal?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 10:25 and the last at 11:25, from Stavanger bussterminal, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Stavanger to Arendal leave from?
Stavanger bussterminal with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Arendal from Stavanger?
About 185 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Stavanger to Arendal cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €21. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Stavanger to Arendal?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, Go-Ahead Norge AS, Local bus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Stavanger to Arendal?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
Where to Next
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, Go-Ahead Norge AS, Local bus
Route calculated: 7 Nov 2026