The cheapest and fastest trains from Stavanger to Skien
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
5 h 27 m
Average duration
5 h 27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stavanger to Skien is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stavanger to Skien will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stavanger for Skien every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 223 km distance in an average of 5 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 27 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 flight for Stavanger to Skien
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stavanger to Skien among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £53.
Distance: 223 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price | £97 Average Price |
6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 12m Average total duration 6h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stavanger to Skien train times
The table below shows live departures for Stavanger to Skien trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
F5 | 21:15 Stavanger Station | 6h42 | 03:57 Skien | 0 changesdirect | |
F5 | 21:15 Stavanger Station | 7h11 | 04:26 Skien | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
![]() | 07:47 Stavanger | 5h27 | 13:14 Skien | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stavanger to Skien
Trains from Stavanger to Skien run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 223 km distance in 5h 27m.
Distance 223 km |
Average train duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 00:21 |
Last train 22:15 |
Train companies: Go-Ahead Nordic from Stavanger to Skien trainsGo-Ahead Nordic trains will get you between Stavanger and Skien from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stavanger to Skien train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stavanger to Skien 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 Skien, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stavanger and Skien
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Jernbaneveien.
- Restaurant Nero
- Egon Stavanger
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- NOK 10
- Radisson Blu Atlantic Hotel
- Scandic Stavanger City
- Comfort Hotel Square
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Hertz
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Approximately 10 minutes' walk to the ferry terminal
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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