Compare: Oslo→Bergen (305 km) vs Oslo→Stockholm (416 km). Oslo → Bergen wins by 111 km (27%). Side-by-side with flight & drive times.
By SnapDistance Team · Updated April 21, 2026
305 km
190 miles · Flight: ~53 min · Drive: ~4h 57min
✓ Shorter route
416 km
258 miles · Flight: ~1h 1min · Drive: ~6h 46min
Difference: 111 km (27%) · Flight time difference: ~8 min
Verdict
Oslo → Bergen is the smarter pick if travel time and emissions matter most: it is 111 km (27%) shorter, saves about 8 min of flight time, and cuts roughly 28 kg of CO₂ per passenger. Choose Oslo → Stockholm only if the destination itself is the reason for the trip.
Oslo → Bergen is the shorter route at 305 km, which is 111 km (27%) shorter than Oslo → Stockholm. You would save approximately 8 min in flight time by choosing the shorter route.
| Metric | Oslo → Bergen | Oslo → Stockholm |
|---|---|---|
| Distance (km) | 305 | 416 |
| Distance (miles) | 190 | 258 |
| Flight time | ~53 min | ~1h 1min |
| Driving time | ~4h 57min | ~6h 46min |
| Road distance (est.) | ~397 km | ~541 km |
| Drivable? | Yes | Yes |
| Cross-continental | No | No |
| Initial bearing | 282° (WNW) | 96° (E) |
| Time-zone shift | -1h | None |
| CO₂ – flight (per pax) | ~78 kg | ~106 kg |
| CO₂ – driving (per car) | ~68 kg | ~93 kg |
| Fuel cost (est.) | ~$40 USD | ~$54 USD |
Flying from Oslo to Bergen produces roughly 78 kg of CO₂ per passenger, based on the ICAO/EEA short-haul emission factor of ~0.255 kg per passenger-km. The Oslo → Stockholm flight emits about 106 kg. Choosing the shorter route saves approximately 28 kg of CO₂ per traveler — equivalent to 1 typical tree-years of carbon sequestration. For comparison, driving emits roughly 68 kg and 93 kg per car respectively — meaningful only when the car carries multiple passengers.
The Oslo to Bergen route covers 305 km (190 miles), staying within Europe. Oslo (population: 697,549) is located in Eastern Norway, Norway, while Bergen (population: 283,929) is in Western Norway, Norway.
The Oslo to Stockholm route covers 416 km (258 miles), remaining within Europe. Oslo (population: 697,549) is in Eastern Norway, Norway, and Stockholm (population: 975,904) is in Stockholm, Sweden.
Flying from Oslo to Bergen takes approximately 53 min, while Oslo to Stockholm takes 1h 1min. If driving is an option, expect roughly 4h 57min for the first route and 6h 46min for the second.
Since both routes depart from Oslo, this comparison is especially useful for travelers deciding between Bergen and Stockholm as a destination.
The 111 km difference between these routes is noticeable in both travel time and fuel or ticket costs.
Both routes are drivable, with road distances of approximately 397 km and 541 km respectively. For road trips, the shorter route saves roughly 144 km of driving.
Bergen (Norway) has a population of 283,929 and is located in the Western Norway region of Europe. It's a charming destination known for its regional character.
Stockholm (Sweden) has a population of 975,904 and is situated in Stockholm, Europe. This destination offers a more intimate travel experience with unique local culture.
Choose this route if your priority is reaching Bergen (Norway) — a city of 283,929 in the Western Norway region of Europe. It is also the shorter option at 305 km, which translates to a 8 min flight-time saving and roughly 28 kg less CO₂ per passenger versus the alternative. Driving is realistic at this distance, with an estimated 397 km of road and a fuel cost band around $40 USD. The initial bearing is 282° (WNW), so a great-circle flight leaves Oslo heading roughly WNW.
This route is the right call if you are heading to Stockholm (Sweden) — a city of 975,904 in the Stockholm region of Europe. Even though it is the longer route at 416 km, it remains the obvious pick when Stockholm is the actual destination, when departure schedules from Oslo are more convenient, or when fares undercut the alternative. Driving is feasible — expect roughly 541 km of road and a fuel cost in the $54 USD range. Departing Oslo, the great-circle bearing toward Stockholm is 96° (E).
Oslo (59.91°, 10.75°) and Bergen (60.39°, 5.32°) sit with a time-zone shift of -1 hour. Oslo (59.91°, 10.75°) and Stockholm (59.33°, 18.07°) share an approximate time zone. Both routes have manageable time-zone shifts, so jet lag should not be a major factor.
Bergen is closer at 305 km, which is 111 km (27%) shorter.
305 km (190 miles). Flight: ~53 min.
416 km (258 miles). Flight: ~1h 1min.
Flying to Bergen is faster at ~53 min, saving about 8 min compared to Stockholm.
All distances on SnapDistance are calculated using the Haversine formula, which determines the great-circle distance between two points on Earth's surface. This gives the shortest possible distance over the globe, which is the measurement used for aviation and navigation. Actual travel distances by road or rail are typically 20-40% longer due to terrain, borders, and infrastructure routing. Flight times assume 800 km/h cruising speed with 30 minutes for takeoff and landing. Driving estimates use 80 km/h average speed with a 30% road distance factor.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.