Krakow to Oslo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

770.3 miles 1239.7 km · straight line
1219.6 miles actual route 1962.7 km · driving distance
20h 47min estimated drive time
PLN 829 - PLN 1021 estimated fuel cost
~2h 3min flight time
336° NNW bearing direction

How far is Krakow from Oslo?

The distance from Krakow to Oslo is 770.3 miles (1239.7 km) as the crow flies. Oslo is located NNW of Krakow. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1219.6 miles, taking about 20h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 3min. Krakow is in Poland, 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 Krakow 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 Krakow to Oslo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 20h 47min PLN 829 - PLN 1021 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~24h 56min $98–$183* Budget
Train ~27h 1min $146–$427* Comfort

Quick Facts

Krakow
50.06°N, 19.95°E
Europe/Warsaw
219m 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 257 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 64 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 32.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM