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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Skien to Arendal
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Skien to Arendal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Skien to Arendal will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 3 buses that leave Skien for Arendal 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 96 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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 Skien to Arendal
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Skien to Arendal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 96 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Skien to Arendal bus times
The table below shows live departures for Skien to Arendal coaches for today, Thursday 19 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:48 Skien | 1h15 | 17:03 Arendal | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Skien to Arendal coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Vy Bus4You or Farte to find the best option for your trip from Skien to Arendal.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Skien to Arendal.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Skien to Arendal.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Skien to Arendal
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Buses from Skien to Arendal run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 25 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:12, the last at 22:56. The fastest coach covers the 96 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 96 km |
Average bus duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 00:12 |
Last bus 22:56 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Vy Bus4You, Farte from Skien to ArendalYou can travel by bus between Skien to Arendal with FlixBus, Vy Bus4You, Farte for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Skien to Arendal coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skien to Arendal 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 Arendal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Vy Bus4You
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Vy Bus4You
- Tickets with cancellation insurance can be canceled up to one hour before departure for a full refund, excluding the cancellation insurance premium.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Vy Bus4You
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Vy Bus4You
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Vy Bus4You
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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