Route guide

Oslo → Innsbruck

1407 km · Norway to Austria · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €44+ by bus

How to travel from Oslo to Innsbruck

There are 4 ways to travel between Oslo and Innsbruck — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€99–293

Duration: 11h 43m

via Vy, ÖBB (Railjet)

~20 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€44–118

Duration: 20h 6m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~39 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€91–289

Duration: 4h 23m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Norwegian, Austrian Airlines

~219 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€169–309

Duration: 15h 38m

~239 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Oslo and Innsbruck highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1407 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Norway into Austria. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Oslo to Innsbruck — every option in detail

Oslo to Innsbruck by train

Trains link Oslo (Norway) and Innsbruck (Austria) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 11h 43m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Vy, ÖBB (Railjet).

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €99 to €293. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 20 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 219 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~199 kg on this distance.

Oslo to Innsbruck by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Oslo and Innsbruck with a typical journey of 20h 6m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €44 when booked in advance, rising to €118 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Oslo to Innsbruck by flight

Flights between Oslo and Innsbruck take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 23m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Norwegian, Austrian Airlines.

Typical fare range is €91–289. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 219 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Oslo to Innsbruck by car

The driving distance from Oslo to Innsbruck is approximately 1618 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 15h 38m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €169–309 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Norway–Austria border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 239 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Oslo and Innsbruck is approximately 1407 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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