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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oslo to Sandnes
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£53
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£59
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
7 h 31 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
7 h 35 m
Trains on 17 Sept
7
Distance
307 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oslo to Sandnes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oslo to Sandnes will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 7 trains from Oslo to Sandnes, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 307 km distance in an average of 7 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 37 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.
F522:258h38Oslo Central Station7:03Sandnes Sentrum£531One-way0 changes- F5 · F5 · F54:197h31Oslo Central Station11:50Sandnes Sentrum£541One-way2 changes
- F57:257h36Oslo Central Station15:01Sandnes Sentrum£591One-way0 changes
- F511:257h37Oslo Central Station19:02Sandnes Sentrum£591One-way0 changes
- F59:258h07Oslo Central Station17:32Sandnes Sentrum£591One-way0 changes
- F5 · F5 · F54:197h31Oslo Central Station11:50Sandnes Sentrum£541One-way2 changes
- F57:257h36Oslo Central Station15:01Sandnes Sentrum£591One-way0 changes
- F513:257h36Oslo Central Station21:01Sandnes Sentrum£591One-way0 changes
- F511:257h37Oslo Central Station19:02Sandnes Sentrum£591One-way0 changes
- F515:237h37Oslo Central Station23:00Sandnes Sentrum£711One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Oslo to Sandnes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oslo to Sandnes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £32, while a flight costs an average of £93.
Distance: 307 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price | £93 Average Price | £116 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 32m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Oslo to Sandnes:
A train is £10 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Oslo to Sandnes costing on average £42.
A train is £60 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oslo to Sandnes costing on average £93.
Other travel options to Sandnes take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 0m.
Train takes on average 8h 2m.
Tickets start at around £32 compared to roughly £116 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £83. The journey takes 8h 2m versus 6h 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Go-Ahead Nordic, Go-Ahead Nordic.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Oslo to Sandnes train times
The table below shows live departures for Oslo to Sandnes trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F5 · F5 · F5 | 4:19 Oslo Central Station | 7h31 | 11:50 Sandnes Sentrum | 2 changes | |
| F5 | 7:25 Oslo Central Station | 7h36 | 15:01 Sandnes Sentrum | 0 changesdirect | |
| F5 | 9:25 Oslo Central Station | 8h07 | 17:32 Sandnes Sentrum | 0 changesdirect | |
| F5 | 11:25 Oslo Central Station | 7h37 | 19:02 Sandnes Sentrum | 0 changesdirect | |
| F5 | 13:25 Oslo Central Station | 7h36 | 21:01 Sandnes Sentrum | 0 changesdirect | |
| F5 | 15:23 Oslo Central Station | 7h37 | 23:00 Sandnes Sentrum | 0 changesdirect | |
| F5 | 22:25 Oslo Central Station | 8h38 | 7:03 Sandnes Sentrum | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oslo to Sandnes
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Trains from Oslo to Sandnes run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:54, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 307 km distance in 7h 31m.
Distance 307 km |
Average train duration 8h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 7h 31m |
First train 3:54 |
Last train 23:31 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 6 days |
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FAQs: Oslo to Sandnes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oslo to Sandnes 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 Sandnes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oslo and Sandnes
Most Oslo to Sandnes trains use the Oslo Sentralstasjon to Sandnes Sentrum station pair, with some services arriving at Sandnes, Bussterminal Ruten. Use this guide to compare Oslo and Sandnes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oslo station do trains to Sandnes 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.
Oslo S Trelastgata train station facilities and services
Oslo S Trelastgata has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oslo S Trelastgata: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Getting to Nationaltheateret from Oslo city centre
Nationaltheateret train station facilities and services
Nationaltheateret has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nationaltheateret.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nationaltheateret.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nationaltheateret: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nationaltheateret: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nationaltheateret.
Which Sandnes station do trains from Oslo arrive at?
Sandnes Sentrum train station facilities and services
Sandnes Sentrum has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sandnes Sentrum.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sandnes Sentrum.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sandnes Sentrum: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sandnes Sentrum: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sandnes Sentrum.
Sandnes, Bussterminal Ruten train station facilities and services
Sandnes, Bussterminal Ruten has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sandnes, Bussterminal Ruten: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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