Basel to Oslo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

863.1 miles 1389 km · straight line
1035.7 miles estimated 1666.8 km · driving distance
20h 50min estimated drive time
CHF 200 - CHF 247 estimated fuel cost
~2h 14min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Basel from Oslo?

The distance from Basel to Oslo is 863.1 miles (1389 km) as the crow flies. Oslo is located N of Basel. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1035.7 miles, taking about 20h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 14min. Basel is in Switzerland, while Oslo is in Norway.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Basel and Oslo. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Basel to Oslo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 20h 50min CHF 200 - CHF 247 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 14min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 0min $83–$155* Budget
Train ~27h 5min $124–$362* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Basel & Oslo

Quick Facts

Basel
47.56°N, 7.59°E
Europe/Zurich
260m elevation
Oslo
59.91°N, 10.75°E
Europe/Oslo
23m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 288 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 72 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 28.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients