Driving from Gothenburg to Stavanger
Stavanger lies 390 km (242 mi) north-west of Gothenburg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 5 h 57 min without stops, over roughly 476 km (295 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Gothenburg | Stavanger | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sweden | Norway |
| Population | 608,462 | 151,669 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Stockholm) | UTC+2 (Europe/Oslo) |
What changes when you arrive in Stavanger
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 car hire from Gothenburg to Stavanger
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Staying in Stavanger
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Common questions
How far is Stavanger from Gothenburg?
390 km (242 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Gothenburg; by road roughly 476 km (295 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gothenburg to Stavanger by car?
About 5 h 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gothenburg and Stavanger?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Stavanger?
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.