Route guide

Paris → Oslo

1342 km · France to Norway · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €43+ by bus

How to travel from Paris to Oslo

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

🚄Train

€96–282

Duration: 11h 11m

via SNCF (TGV), Intercités, Vy

~19 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€43–114

Duration: 19h 10m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~38 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€89–281

Duration: 4h 17m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, Norwegian

~209 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€161–295

Duration: 14h 55m

~228 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1342 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 France into Norway. 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.

Paris to Oslo — every option in detail

Paris to Oslo by train

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

Operators on this corridor include SNCF (TGV), Intercités, Vy.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €96 to €282. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 19 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 209 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~190 kg on this distance.

Paris to Oslo by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Paris and Oslo with a typical journey of 19h 10m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €43 when booked in advance, rising to €114 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.

Paris to Oslo by flight

Flights between Paris and Oslo take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 17m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, Norwegian.

Typical fare range is €89–281. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 209 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Paris to Oslo by car

The driving distance from Paris to Oslo is approximately 1543 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 14h 55m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €161–295 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the France–Norway 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 228 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Paris and Oslo is approximately 1342 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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