The cheapest and fastest coaches from Arendal to Kristiansand
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
53 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Arendal to Kristiansand is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arendal to Kristiansand will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 3 buses that leave Arendal for Kristiansand every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 55 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 52 m .
The slowest buses will take 55 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.






Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Arendal to Kristiansand
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Arendal to Kristiansand among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 55 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Arendal to Kristiansand bus times
The table below shows live departures for Arendal to Kristiansand coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:53 Arendal | 0h52 | 18:45 Kristiansand | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:30 Arendal | 0h48 | 22:18 Kristiansand | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Arendal to Kristiansand by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
21 Dec
22 Dec
23 Dec
24 Dec
25 Dec
26 Dec
27 Dec
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Arendal to Kristiansand
Buses from Arendal to Kristiansand run on average 16 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 15 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:08, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 55 km distance in 52m.
Distance 55 km |
Average bus duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 52m |
First bus 00:08 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Agder Kollektivtrafikk as from Arendal to KristiansandYou can travel by bus between Arendal to Kristiansand with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Agder Kollektivtrafikk as for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
Vy Bus4You
Agder Kollektivtrafikk as
FAQs: Arendal to Kristiansand coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Arendal to Kristiansand by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kristiansand, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Arendal, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Arendal, Harebakken bussterminal and Arendal, Harebakken Bussterminal. When arriving in Kristiansand, you can end your trip in coach stations like Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon and Kristiansand, E18 (Håneskrysset).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Arendal, Harebakken bussterminal, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Kristiansand, Rutebilstasjon, located 3.2 miles (5.1 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Arendal to Kristiansand, follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Arendal and Kristiansand
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Rutebilstasjon (in the station)
- Fiskebrygga Restaurant (0.5 km)
- Le Monde Tapas (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 01, 02, 10, 13 Train: R11, R50
More options for your journey from Arendal to Kristiansand
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need


