Oslo to Murmansk by bus
Murmansk lies 1,455 km (904 mi) north-east of Oslo, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 26 h 22 min including stops, over roughly 1,776 km (1,103 mi) of road.
| Oslo | Murmansk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Norway | Russia |
| Population | 1.1 million | 295,374 |
| Elevation | 26 m (85 ft) | 75 m (246 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Oslo) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
Clocks in Murmansk are 1 h ahead of Oslo right now, so a 26 h 22 min journey lands 27 h 22 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Murmansk
Crossing from Norway into Russia: money changes from the Krone to the Ruble (RUB); the dialling code becomes +7; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q24233148.
Where to book buses from Oslo to Murmansk
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Staying in Murmansk
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Common questions
How far is Murmansk from Oslo?
1,455 km (904 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Oslo; by road roughly 1,776 km (1,103 mi).
How long does it take to get from Oslo to Murmansk by bus?
About 26 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Oslo and Murmansk?
Murmansk is 1 h ahead at the moment (Europe/Moscow against Europe/Oslo).
What currency do I need in Murmansk?
The Ruble (RUB).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.