The cheapest and fastest coaches from Fredrikstad to Kristiansand
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
6 h 36 m
Average duration
6 h 54 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Fredrikstad to Kristiansand is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fredrikstad to Kristiansand will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £50.
Of the 4 buses that leave Fredrikstad for Kristiansand every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 205 km distance in an average of 6 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 36 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 34 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 train, coach and flight for Fredrikstad to Kristiansand
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Fredrikstad to Kristiansand among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a flight costs an average of £39.
Distance: 205 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£58 Average Price Cheapest | £90 Average Price | £73 Average Price |
6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Fredrikstad to Kristiansand bus times
The table below shows live departures for Fredrikstad to Kristiansand coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:44 Fredrikstad | 6h34 | 18:18 Kristiansand | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:44 Fredrikstad | 6h36 | 19:20 Kristiansand | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:44 Fredrikstad | 6h41 | 21:25 Kristiansand | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
![]() | 03:44 Fredrikstad | 6h46 | 10:30 Kristiansand | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:44 Fredrikstad | 6h36 | 11:20 Kristiansand | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:44 Fredrikstad | 7h34 | 14:18 Kristiansand | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Fredrikstad to Kristiansand
Buses from Fredrikstad to Kristiansand run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £39 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:47, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 205 km distance in 6h 34m.
Distance 205 km |
Average bus duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 6h 34m |
First bus 00:47 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: Vy Bus4You, Vy Buss from Fredrikstad to KristiansandYou can travel by bus between Fredrikstad to Kristiansand with Vy Bus4You, Vy Buss for as low as £39. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Fredrikstad to Kristiansand coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fredrikstad 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.

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- Vy Bus4You strives for all to travel comfortably, safely and independently, adapting digital services, vehicles, and ticket solutions in accordance with the new accessibility directive (European Accessibility Act) which takes effect in June 2025.
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- Tickets with cancellation insurance can be canceled up to one hour before departure for a full refund, excluding the cancellation insurance premium.
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- One checked bag and one hand luggage with a total maximum weight of 25kg is included for Swedish services, while Norwegian services allow two checked bags and one hand luggage with maximum dimensions of 175 cm (height + length + depth) and 23 kg per item.
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- Additional luggage can be another bag up to 25 kg, and special luggage like a golf bag, skis, or an instrument can weigh a maximum of 20 kg.
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- Smaller pets are allowed in cages no bigger than a normal seat (max 50x40x40 cm) and require a child's ticket for Swedish routes, while guide dogs are free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Fredrikstad 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
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