Budapest to Oslo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

920.7 miles 1481.8 km · straight line
1387.1 miles actual route 2232.3 km · driving distance
23h 28min estimated drive time
HUF 87060 - HUF 107150 estimated fuel cost
~2h 21min flight time
342° NNW bearing direction

How far is Budapest from Oslo?

The distance from Budapest to Oslo is 920.7 miles (1481.8 km) as the crow flies. Oslo is located NNW of Budapest. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1387.1 miles, taking about 23h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 21min. Budapest is in Hungary, 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Budapest and Oslo. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Budapest to Oslo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 23h 28min HUF 87060 - HUF 107150 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 21min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~28h 10min $111–$208* Budget
Train ~30h 30min $166–$485* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Budapest & Oslo

Quick Facts

Budapest
47.50°N, 19.04°E
Europe/Budapest
96m 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 307 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 77 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 27 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM