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Bus between Oslo and Arendal (Harebakken)

Travel with Vy express between Oslo and Arendal. The journey takes around 3 hours and 20 minutes and there are multiple departures daily. Book early to get the cheapest tickets.

Sailboats at the harbour in Arendal

Photo: Flickr – Mona Hauglid

A comfortable and environmentally friendly journey between Oslo and Arendal

All departures are operated with double‑decker buses, offering free Wi‑Fi and charging facilities on board. There are toilets and air conditioning on all our buses, ensuring a comfortable temperature throughout the journey.

Sit back, read a book, or explore our loyalty programme, Green Journey, in the Vy app. Here you’ll find magazines, newspapers and audiobooks to enjoy on your trip between Oslo and Arendal.

Buy tickets in advance and reserve a seat

The bus only stops if you’ve purchased a ticket in advance. This applies to most bus stops between Oslo and Arendal. We recommend booking early to get the best prices, as well as the option to reserve a specific seat. If you reserve a seat on the upper deck, you can enjoy wider seats with more legroom and comfort. Choosing a front seat on the upper deck also gives you great panoramic views along the way.

When travelling by bus with Vy to Arendal, you’ll arrive at Harebakken bus terminal. From here, it’s just a few minutes by local bus to Arendal bus terminal.

Welcome on board!