How to get from Kristiansand to Rjukan by bus and train?

From Kristiansand to Rjukan by bus and train

To get from Kristiansand to Rjukan in Tinn, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the F5 train from Kristiansand Stasjon station to Kongsberg Stasjon station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the VY1 bus and finally take the 185 bus from Notodden Skysstasjon station to Rjukan Torg station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 37 min. The bus and train schedule from Kristiansand may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Rjukan on the Moovit app.

397min
Walk to train station
Train - F5F5
Bus - VY1VY1
Bus - 185185
Walk to Rjukan
Leaves from Kristiansand Stasjon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Kristiansand Stasjon
    950 m • 13 min
  • 2
    Train - F5F5
    Wait for train
    F5
    Oslo S
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Kongsberg Stasjon
    181 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Kongsberg Knutepunkt
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - VY1VY1
    Wait for bus
    VY1
    Notodden
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Notodden Skysstasjon
    44 min
  • 7
    Bus - 185185
    Wait for bus
    185
    Rjukan
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rjukan Torg
    117 min
  • 9
    Walk to Rjukan
    Walk to
    Rjukan
    Sam Eydes gate
    30 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Kristiansand to Rjukan

The distance between Kristiansand, Tinn and Rjukan, Tinn is approximately 374.93 km, which can typically be travelled in 397 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Kristiansand to Rjukan by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Tinn – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Kristiansand to Rjukan

To check the bus and train schedule from Kristiansand to Rjukan using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Kristiansand) and destination (Rjukan), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Kristiansand to Rjukan?

    The fastest way takes 397 minutes, using Train line F5, Bus line VY1, Bus line 185.

  • Is there a direct train between Kristiansand and Rjukan?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 6 hr 37 min.

  • Which train line goes from Kristiansand to Rjukan?

    The F5 train line goes from Kristiansand Stasjon station near Kristiansand in Kristiansand to Oslo S station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Oslo S station near Rjukan in Tinn.

  • How long does it take to travel from Kristiansand to Rjukan by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Kristiansand in Kristiansand and Rjukan in Tinn by train and bus is about 6 hr 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Kristiansand to get to Rjukan?

    Get on the F5 train from the Kristiansand Stasjon station near Kristiansand in Kristiansand.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Kristiansand and Rjukan?

    Get off the train at the Oslo S stop, which is closest to Rjukan in Tinn.

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