Day trip from Bergen to Kristiansand
Kristiansand lies 292 km (182 mi) south-east of Bergen, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 292 km (182 mi) apart, Kristiansand is a realistic day trip from Bergen: about 4 h 45 min each way by road.
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| Bergen | Kristiansand | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Norway | Norway |
| Population | 294,029 | 117,237 |
| Elevation | 20 m (66 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Oslo) | UTC+2 (Europe/Oslo) |
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Common questions
How far is Kristiansand from Bergen?
292 km (182 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Bergen; by road roughly 357 km (222 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bergen to Kristiansand by road?
About 4 h 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bergen and Kristiansand?
No, both are on Europe/Oslo at the moment.
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.