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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oslo to Skien
Showing times and prices for 20 Mar
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
1 h 41 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Buses per day
26
Distance
101 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oslo to Skien is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oslo to Skien will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $26.
Fast coaches
Of the 26 buses that leave Oslo for Skien every day 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 41 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.
VY19006:11AM1h41
Lysaker, Stasjon07:52AMPorsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub)
$261One-way
0 changes
VY19011:11PM1h41
Lysaker, Stasjon12:52AMPorsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub)
$261One-way
0 changes
VY19011:00PM1h52
Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)12:52AMPorsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub)
$261One-way
0 changes
VY19006:00AM1h52
Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)07:52AMPorsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub)
$261One-way
0 changes
VY19007:00PM1h52
Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)08:52PMPorsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub)
$361One-way
0 changes
VY19006:11AM1h41
Lysaker, Stasjon07:52AMPorsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub)
$261One-way
0 changes
VY19011:11PM1h41
Lysaker, Stasjon12:52AMPorsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub)
$261One-way
0 changes
VY19007:11PM1h41
Lysaker, Stasjon08:52PMPorsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub)
$361One-way
0 changes
VY19006:11PM1h41
Lysaker, Stasjon07:52PMPorsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub)
$391One-way
0 changes
VY19009:11AM1h41
Lysaker, Stasjon10:52AMPorsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub)
$391One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Oslo to Skien
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oslo to Skien among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 101 km
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$29 Average Price Cheapest | $30 Average Price |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oslo to Skien bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oslo to Skien coaches for today, Thursday, 19 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 11:55 am
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| VY190 | 12:00 pm Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 1h52 | 1:52 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
 FlixBus | 12:00 pm Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 2h03 | 2:03 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 12:11 pm Lysaker, Stasjon | 1h41 | 1:52 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 1:00 pm Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 1h52 | 2:52 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 1:11 pm Lysaker, Stasjon | 1h41 | 2:52 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 2:00 pm Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 1h52 | 3:52 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:00 pm Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 2h03 | 4:03 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 2:11 pm Lysaker, Stasjon | 1h41 | 3:52 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 3:00 pm Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 1h52 | 4:52 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 3:11 pm Lysaker, Stasjon | 1h41 | 4:52 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:30 pm Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 2h03 | 5:33 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 4:00 pm Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 1h52 | 5:52 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 4:11 pm Lysaker, Stasjon | 1h41 | 5:52 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 5:00 pm Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 1h52 | 6:52 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:00 pm Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 2h03 | 7:03 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 5:11 pm Lysaker, Stasjon | 1h41 | 6:52 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 6:00 pm Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 1h52 | 7:52 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 6:11 pm Lysaker, Stasjon | 1h41 | 7:52 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 10:00 pm Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 1h52 | 11:52 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 10:11 pm Lysaker, Stasjon | 1h41 | 11:52 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 5:00 am Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 1h52 | 6:52 am Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 5:11 am Lysaker, Stasjon | 1h41 | 6:52 am Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 7:00 am Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 1h52 | 8:52 am Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 7:11 am Lysaker, Stasjon | 1h41 | 8:52 am Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 8:00 am Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 1h52 | 9:52 am Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 8:11 am Lysaker, Stasjon | 1h41 | 9:52 am Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 10:00 am Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 1h52 | 11:52 am Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 10:11 am Lysaker, Stasjon | 1h41 | 11:52 am Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 11:00 am Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) | 1h52 | 12:52 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY190 | 11:11 am Lysaker, Stasjon | 1h41 | 12:52 pm Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Oslo to Skien coaches with Omio?
Vy Bus4You as well as FlixBus, Vy Buss, Nor-Way Bussekspress and more offer coaches services from Oslo to Skien.
Omio is the only official third party seller for Vy Bus4You tickets.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oslo to Skien
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Buses from Oslo to Skien run on average 28 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 if you book in advance.
There are 28 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:11, the last at 23:11. The fastest coach covers the 101 km distance in 1h 52m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 101 km |
Average bus duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 28 |
Fastest bus 1h 52m |
First bus 00:11 |
Last bus 23:11 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss, Nor-Way Bussekspress from Oslo to SkienYou can travel by bus between Oslo to Skien with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss, Nor-Way Bussekspress for as low as $21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 3m
Cheapest Price
$23
FlixBus frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Vy Bus4You
About
Vy Bus4You, formerly Nettbuss Bus4You, is a Swedish express bus brand that began operations in 2007. It is a subsidiary of the Norwegian bus operator Vy Buss, part of Vygruppen, one of the largest transport groups in the Nordics. Vy Bus4You offers intercity coach services with destinations across Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, including popular routes like Oslo to Copenhagen and Stockholm to Gothenburg. They provide comfortable travel with features such as reclining seats, free Wi-Fi, and power outlets, and have been recognized for high customer satisfaction.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 52m
Cheapest Price
$21
Vy Bus4You frequency
25 a day
Vy Buss
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 34m
Vy Buss frequency
9 a day
Nor-Way Bussekspress
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 44m
Nor-Way Bussekspress frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Oslo to Skien coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oslo to Skien 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 Skien, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Oslo to Skien can start from as little as $21 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oslo to Skien is $29; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Oslo to Skien is 1h 52m to travel the 101 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Oslo to Skien leaves at 12:11 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Oslo to Skien leaves at 11:11 pm.
Yes, there are 28 direct coaches a day from Oslo to Skien with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Oslo to Skien, you can count on Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss, Nor-Way Bussekspress for the best way to get you to Skien. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Oslo and Skien and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Oslo , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal), Lysaker, Stasjon . When arriving in Skien , you can end your trip in coach stations like Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub) .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal), which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Porsgrunn, Breviksvegen (Skjelsvik hub), located 5 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Skien from Oslo is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 52m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Oslo to Skien is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oslo and Skien including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Oslo to Skien:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Oslo to Skien for coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Oslo to Skien depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Oslo to Skien.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Oslo to Skien:
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Oslo to Skien:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Oslo to Skien. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Oslo to Skien with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Oslo to Skien with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Oslo to Skien with the following coach company: FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oslo and Skien
Oslo
Skien
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Car connection
Schweigaards gateWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Bakery & Cafe (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)
- Bus: 37, 54, 74 Metro: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Train: L1, L2, L3
Most popular bus connections from Oslo
Most popular buses to and from Skien and Oslo
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