The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stavanger to Grimstad
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
4 h 47 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stavanger to Grimstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stavanger to Grimstad will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 1 buses that leave Stavanger for Grimstad every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 180 km distance in an average of 4 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 47 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 47 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, train and ferry for Stavanger to Grimstad
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stavanger to Grimstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a ferry costs an average of £117.
Distance: 180 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price | £129 Average Price |
5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 55m Average total duration 16h 55m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stavanger to Grimstad bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stavanger to Grimstad coaches for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VY190 | 06:00 Stavanger, Bussterminal | 4h33 | 10:33 Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 changesdirect | |
VY190 | 09:00 Stavanger, Bussterminal | 4h33 | 13:33 Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 changesdirect | |
VY190 | 13:00 Stavanger, Bussterminal | 4h33 | 17:33 Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 changesdirect | |
VY190 | 17:15 Stavanger, Bussterminal | 4h18 | 21:33 Grimstad, Øygårdsdalen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stavanger to Grimstad
Buses from Stavanger to Grimstad run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:23, the last at 22:36. The fastest coach covers the 180 km distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 180 km |
Average bus duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 18m |
First bus 00:23 |
Last bus 22:36 |
Bus providers: Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss, Nor-Way Bussekspress from Stavanger to GrimstadYou can travel by bus between Stavanger to Grimstad with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss, Nor-Way Bussekspress for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Stavanger to Grimstad coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stavanger to Grimstad 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 Grimstad, 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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