- Must visit
Göteborgs konstmuseum
One of the city’s key museums, with Nordic art, design and crafts from earlier centuries to today in a central historic building.
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 29 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oslo to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oslo to Gothenburg will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 16 buses that leave Oslo for Gothenburg every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 255 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 30 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.
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600Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oslo to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £278.
Distance: 255 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price | £726 Average Price |
4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Oslo to Gothenburg coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 27 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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600 | 9:00 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h30 | 12:30 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 changesdirect | |
600 | 10:00 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h30 | 13:30 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 changesdirect | |
70638 SJ · 3971 SJ | 11:45 Oslo Central Station | 6h55 | 18:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
70638 SJ+ 13233 Västtrafik+ 103 Värmlandstrafik | 11:45 Oslo Central Station | 10h20 | 22:05 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
600 | 12:00 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h35 | 15:35 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h40 | 15:55 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 changesdirect | |
600 | 13:15 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h30 | 16:45 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:15 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h40 | 17:55 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 changesdirect | |
600 | 14:45 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h30 | 18:15 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 changesdirect | |
600 | 16:45 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h35 | 20:20 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:40 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h25 | 21:05 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 changesdirect | |
600 | 17:45 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h30 | 21:15 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:05 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h40 | 23:45 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:40 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h40 | 1:20 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 0 changesdirect | |
600 | 22:55 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h35 | 2:30 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:00 Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 3h35 | 2:35 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Oslo to Gothenburg run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 17 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 255 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 255 km |
Average bus duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
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Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Gothenburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gothenburg trip today.
One of the city’s key museums, with Nordic art, design and crafts from earlier centuries to today in a central historic building.
A major science centre with rainforest, aquarium, space and hands-on exhibits. Ideal for curious visitors and families.
A maritime museum afloat, with historic ships and a submarine to explore. Worth visiting for naval history and a different museum experience.
The city’s best-known boulevard, lined with cultural venues, public spaces and grand buildings. A classic route for walking through central Gothenburg.
A historic district of wooden houses, cobbled lanes and independent shops. Worth visiting for atmosphere and an easy walk near the centre.
A large landscaped park with lawns, woodland paths and a hilltop viewpoint. A local favourite for walks, picnics and sunset city views.
Classic open prawn sandwich on bread with mayonnaise, egg and salad. A west coast staple showcasing fresh North Sea prawns.
Creamy fish and shellfish soup, often with salmon, white fish, prawns and mussels. A signature dish in Gothenburg’s seafood tradition.
Freshly cooked langoustines from the Bohuslän coast, prized in Gothenburg fish markets and restaurants for their sweet, delicate flavour.
Refined Nordic dining with tasting menus and a polished yet relaxed room. Good choice for a special evening in the city centre.
Classic seafood restaurant in Feskekôrka known for shellfish platters and west coast fish in a lively market setting.
Popular casual spot serving generous Swedish classics such as meatballs and herring in a welcoming, old-fashioned atmosphere.
Gothenburg is pricier than many European city breaks, with higher hotel, dining and transport costs, though lunch deals and public transport can help.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated but not expected. Taxis can be rounded up; cafés usually do not require tips.
Travelling by bus from Oslo to Gothenburg is a relaxing and straightforward method of making the journey. There is a good choice of direct services leaving throughout the day. These are operated by Nettbuss and FlixBus and have journey times that vary from just under 3.5 hours to three hours 45 minutes. The first departure is early morning. There are then up to two dozen further departures throughout the day and evening with the last coach leaving Oslo in the late evening. All coaches depart from Oslo Bus Terminal Nylandsveien while the route terminates at Gothenburg Nils Ericsson Terminal.
All buses from Oslo to Gothenburg are direct and take from around three hours 20 minutes to three hours 45 minutes depending on the time of departure.
Direct buses leave Oslo for Gothenburg every day of the week starting in the early morning and continuing until late evening. There are up to two dozen daily departures.
Departure bus station: The bus from Oslo to Gothenburg leaves from Oslo Bus Terminal Nylandsveien which is adjacent to Oslo's main train station and close to both the port and the city centre. The bus station is within a short walk of Oslo's main tourist attractions and is also linked to an efficient transport network of local buses and trains, trams and Metro services. The bus station is a large modern complex with facilities that include car parking, taxi ranks, a ticket office and ticket machines, luggage storage, toilets and a good choice of shops and food stalls. There are accessible toilets at the bus station and all areas have step-free access.
Arrival bus station: The bus from Oslo to Gothenburg terminates at the Gothenburg Nils Ericsson Terminal. This is part of Gothenburg Central Station and just a short walk from the city centre. The bus terminal is part of the city's transport network of trams and local buses. Bus terminal passengers can make use of the station facilities. These include car parking, taxi ranks, wifi, toilets, ticket machines, a ticket office, banking services, a range of shops and eateries as well as a hotel. There is good accessibility to all areas of the station and bus terminal while accessible toilets are also available.
Two companies provide bus services from Oslo to Gothenburg. These are Nettbuss and FlixBus.
Nettbuss (now known as Vy Buss AS) is Norway's largest bus operator. Its direct routes from Oslo to Gothenburg take approximately 3.5 hours and there are up to a dozen or more daily departures. These commence early morning and continue until late evening.
FlixBus is an international travel provider that operates numerous coach routes across much of Europe. FlixBus coaches from Oslo to Gothenburg start departing in the early morning. There are then up to a further dozen departures throughout the day with the last coach leaving mid-evening.
FlixBus offers standard tickets only while Nettbuss has a choice of both Economy and Economy Plus seats. Economy Plus passengers can enjoy extra legroom and reclining seats. Specific seats can be reserved in advance on all departures. Both companies have a fleet of safe modern coaches with generous legroom and plenty of luggage space. Large suitcases are stored in the hold while hand luggage can be stored inside the coach either under the seat or in overhead luggage racks. Foldable bicycles can be stored in the hold of FlixBus coaches although they cannot be carried on Nettbuss routes. There is a charge for bicycle space which must be pre-booked. All coaches have toilets, wifi, power outlets, individual lighting and air-conditioning or heating as required. While certified service animals can travel on Nettbuss routes, no animals are allowed on FlixBus coaches. On Nettbuss routes, wheelchair tickets can be purchased online with 36-hours notice. Foldable wheelchairs can be stored in the hold on FlixBus coaches. Both operators will provide every assistance they can to passengers with limited mobility.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oslo to Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Oslo to Gothenburg buses use the Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) to Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen station pair, with some services arriving at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen. Use this guide to compare Oslo and Gothenburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Bakery & Cafe (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal).
Available at Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal): Elevators, ramps.
Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Nils (in the station), Burger King (in the station), Espresso House (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen.
Available at Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen: Elevators, ramps.
Göteborg, Åkareplatsen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are cafes and fast food options nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen. ATMs are available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen.
Available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen: The station has facilities for the disabled.
Göteborg, Brunnsparken has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants and cafes around the area.
Wi-Fi is available at Göteborg, Brunnsparken. ATMs are aTMs available in nearby shops.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg, Brunnsparken.
Available at Göteborg, Brunnsparken: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg, Brunnsparken: Accessible routes available for disabled passengers.
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