Stockholm to Oslo: travel options
Approximate direct distance: 416 km • Travel distance depends on the route and transport you choose.
Compare the options
Recorded fares and journey times. Check each operator before booking.
| Transport Mode | Operator | Duration | Price guide | Stations / Airports | Key Booking Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bus Direct | FlixBus | About 7h 15m |
From €25.98
Starting fare
Fare source checked: 12 Sep 2026 Fares vary by departure and ticket conditions. Tickets and times: FlixBus |
Dep: Stockholm; confirm ticket stop
Arr: Oslo Bussterminal; confirm ticket stop
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FlixBus minimum 7 h 15, advertised from€25.98. Check the directional departure and luggage terms. |
| train Direct | SJ InterCity | About 6h |
Check fare
Fare source checked: 14 Oct 2026 Fares vary by departure and ticket conditions. Tickets and times: SJ InterCity |
Dep: Stockholm Central
Arr: Oslo S
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This rail comparison uses an approximate six-hour allowance. Faster departures may be available; confirm train type and exact time with SJ. |
Choosing your journey
A direct train is a comfortable way to move between the city centres. Give it most of the day once you include packing and check-in. A coach can work for a lower quote, but it is a longer journey.
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Choose the train by its timetable
Services link Stockholm Central with Oslo S. Journey times differ between faster trains and other departures, so plan roughly five to six hours and use SJ to check the date. Do not rely on a single fastest-time claim for every service.
Keep the international journey simple
Carry the travel documents required for your trip, keep the booking available offline and check seat details. Sweden uses SEK and Norway NOK, so compare the full charge rather than the currency symbol alone. Leave a useful gap before any separate onward booking in Oslo.
Compare the coach honestly
FlixBus advertises a minimum of seven hours fifteen minutes from €25.98. Check whether its arrival still leaves time to reach your room and eat. Price both options for the same date and luggage before deciding that one is cheaper.
Plan the arrival
The Stockholm guide and Oslo guide explain the local journeys, places to stay and visits. Add the main travel ticket separately to your daily spending plan. The distance above is a straight-line comparison between the city centres; your train, road or flight route can be longer.
