Cardiff to Oslo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

792.9 miles 1276.1 km · straight line
1383.3 miles actual route 2226.2 km · driving distance
24h 23min estimated drive time
£210 - £258 estimated fuel cost
~2h 6min flight time
37° NE bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Oslo?

The distance from Cardiff to Oslo is 792.9 miles (1276.1 km) as the crow flies. Oslo is located NE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1383.3 miles, taking about 24h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 6min. Cardiff is in United Kingdom, 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 East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Oslo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 24h 23min £210 - £258 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~29h 16min $111–$207* Budget
Train ~31h 42min $166–$484* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Oslo

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m 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 264 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 66 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 31.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM