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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oslo to Karlstad
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oslo to Karlstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oslo to Karlstad will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 5 trains that leave Oslo for Karlstad every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 7 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.
674 SJ14:312h52Oslo Central Station17:23Karlstad tågstation£351One-way0 changes- 660 SJ7:163h07Oslo Central Station10:23Karlstad tågstation£351One-way0 changes
- 626 SJ 30005:472h44Oslo Central Station8:31Karlstad tågstation£451One-way0 changes
- 638 SJ 300012:012h58Oslo Central Station14:59Karlstad tågstation£641One-way0 changes
- 648 SJ 300016:412h54Oslo Central Station19:35Karlstad tågstation£641One-way0 changes
- 626 SJ 30005:472h44Oslo Central Station8:31Karlstad tågstation£451One-way0 changes
- 674 SJ14:312h52Oslo Central Station17:23Karlstad tågstation£351One-way0 changes
- 648 SJ 300016:412h54Oslo Central Station19:35Karlstad tågstation£641One-way0 changes
- 638 SJ 300012:012h58Oslo Central Station14:59Karlstad tågstation£641One-way0 changes
- 660 SJ7:163h07Oslo Central Station10:23Karlstad tågstation£351One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Oslo to Karlstad
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oslo to Karlstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 166 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£25 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Oslo to Karlstad train times
The table below shows live departures for Oslo to Karlstad trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 626 SJ 3000 | 5:47 Oslo Central Station | 2h44 | 8:31 Karlstad tågstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 660 SJ | 7:16 Oslo Central Station | 3h07 | 10:23 Karlstad tågstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 638 SJ 3000 | 12:01 Oslo Central Station | 2h58 | 14:59 Karlstad tågstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 674 SJ | 14:31 Oslo Central Station | 2h52 | 17:23 Karlstad tågstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 648 SJ 3000 | 16:41 Oslo Central Station | 2h54 | 19:35 Karlstad tågstation | 0 changesdirect |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SJ, but also compare tickets for the likes of vy to find the best option for your trip from Oslo to Karlstad.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oslo to Karlstad
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Trains from Oslo to Karlstad run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 21:09. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 5:47 |
Last train 21:09 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: SJ, vy from Oslo to Karlstad trainsSJ, vy trains will get you between Oslo and Karlstad from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oslo to Karlstad train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oslo to Karlstad by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Karlstad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oslo and Karlstad
Most Oslo to Karlstad trains use the Oslo Sentralstasjon to Karlstad tågstation station pair, with some services arriving at Karlstad, Mariebergsskogen. Use this guide to compare Oslo and Karlstad train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oslo station do trains to Karlstad leave from?
Getting to Oslo Sentralstasjon from Oslo city centre
Oslo Sentralstasjon train station facilities and services
Oslo Sentralstasjon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Egon Byporten, Bella Bambina Ristorante
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oslo Sentralstasjon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Oslo Sentralstasjon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oslo Sentralstasjon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oslo Sentralstasjon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oslo Sentralstasjon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station, Thon Hotel Opera, Scandic Byporten.
Which Karlstad station do trains from Oslo arrive at?
Getting to Karlstad tågstation from Karlstad city centre
Karlstad tågstation train station facilities and services
Karlstad tågstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Frost, Br. Olssons Elektriska
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlstad tågstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Karlstad tågstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlstad tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlstad tågstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlstad tågstation: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Drott, Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Scandic Karlstad City.
Most popular train connections from Oslo
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