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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oslo to Kalmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £62 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £62, while a flight costs an average of £268.
Distance: 488 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£96 Average Price | £62 Average Price Cheapest | £268 Average Price | £116 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 52m Average total duration 8h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 7m Average total duration 12h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Kalmar:
A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oslo to Kalmar costing on average £96.
A coach is £207 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oslo to Kalmar costing on average £268.
Other travel options to Kalmar take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 52m.
Coach takes on average 13h 7m.
Tickets start at around £96 compared to roughly £116 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £21. The journey takes 8h 22m versus 7h 10m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Kalmar from Oslo by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Oslo to Kalmar is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Kalmar are Oskarshamn, Växjö, Alvesta, Västervik and Karlskrona. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Kalmar on Omio.
Oskarshamn is a coastal town in Småland known for its harbour, maritime industries and archipelago setting. The compact centre has granite buildings, sea views and an easy-going small-town character.
Växjö is a lakeside city in Småland known for its environmental leadership, glassmaking heritage and student life. Its compact centre combines modern Swedish design with historic churches, with forests and water close at hand.
Alvesta is a small Småland town known above all for its long role as a railway centre. Beyond that practical identity, it has a calm local feel shaped by nearby forests, lakes and the wider Kronoberg landscape.
Västervik is a coastal town in Småland known for its archipelago, harbour life and sailing culture. Red wooden houses and nearby skerries give it a relaxed Baltic character.
Karlskrona is known for its naval history and baroque town plan, recognised by UNESCO. Built across islands in southern Sweden, it feels orderly, maritime and closely tied to the archipelago.
Travel to Kalmar easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Oslo to Kalmar.
This is compared to other travel options from Oslo to Kalmar:
A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oslo to Kalmar costing on average £96.
A coach is £207 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oslo to Kalmar costing on average £268.
Other travel options to Kalmar take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 52m.
Coach takes on average 13h 7m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Oslo and Kalmar as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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