Day trip from Gothenburg to Kristiansand
Kristiansand lies 239 km (149 mi) west of Gothenburg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 239 km (149 mi) apart, Kristiansand is a realistic day trip from Gothenburg: about 3 h 54 min each way by road.
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| Gothenburg | Kristiansand | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sweden | Norway |
| Population | 608,462 | 117,237 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Stockholm) | UTC+2 (Europe/Oslo) |
What changes when you arrive in Kristiansand
Crossing from Sweden into Norway: money changes from the Krona to the Krone (NOK); the dialling code becomes +47; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804.
Where to book tours and tickets in Kristiansand
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Staying in Kristiansand
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Common questions
How far is Kristiansand from Gothenburg?
239 km (149 mi) in a straight line, west of Gothenburg; by road roughly 292 km (182 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gothenburg to Kristiansand by road?
About 3 h 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gothenburg and Kristiansand?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Kristiansand?
The Krone (NOK).
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.