Compare: Oslo→Stockholm (416 km) vs Oslo→Copenhagen (483 km). Oslo → Stockholm wins by 67 km (14%). Side-by-side with flight & drive times.
By SnapDistance Team · Updated April 21, 2026
416 km
258 miles · Flight: ~1h 1min · Drive: ~6h 46min
✓ Shorter route
483 km
300 miles · Flight: ~1h 6min · Drive: ~7h 51min
Difference: 67 km (14%) · Flight time difference: ~5 min
Verdict
Oslo → Stockholm is the smarter pick if travel time and emissions matter most: it is 67 km (14%) shorter, saves about 5 min of flight time, and cuts roughly 17 kg of CO₂ per passenger. Choose Oslo → Copenhagen only if the destination itself is the reason for the trip.
Oslo → Stockholm is the shorter route at 416 km, which is 67 km (14%) shorter than Oslo → Copenhagen. You would save approximately 5 min in flight time by choosing the shorter route.
| Metric | Oslo → Stockholm | Oslo → Copenhagen |
|---|---|---|
| Distance (km) | 416 | 483 |
| Distance (miles) | 258 | 300 |
| Flight time | ~1h 1min | ~1h 6min |
| Driving time | ~6h 46min | ~7h 51min |
| Road distance (est.) | ~541 km | ~628 km |
| Drivable? | Yes | Yes |
| Cross-continental | No | No |
| Initial bearing | 96° (E) | 166° (SSE) |
| Time-zone shift | None | None |
| CO₂ – flight (per pax) | ~106 kg | ~123 kg |
| CO₂ – driving (per car) | ~93 kg | ~107 kg |
| Fuel cost (est.) | ~$54 USD | ~$63 USD |
Flying from Oslo to Stockholm produces roughly 106 kg of CO₂ per passenger, based on the ICAO/EEA short-haul emission factor of ~0.255 kg per passenger-km. The Oslo → Copenhagen flight emits about 123 kg. Choosing the shorter route saves approximately 17 kg of CO₂ per traveler — equivalent to 1 typical tree-years of carbon sequestration. For comparison, driving emits roughly 93 kg and 107 kg per car respectively — meaningful only when the car carries multiple passengers.
The Oslo to Stockholm route covers 416 km (258 miles), staying within Europe. Oslo (population: 697,549) is located in Eastern Norway, Norway, while Stockholm (population: 975,904) is in Stockholm, Sweden.
The Oslo to Copenhagen route covers 483 km (300 miles), remaining within Europe. Oslo (population: 697,549) is in Eastern Norway, Norway, and Copenhagen (population: 794,128) is in Capital Region, Denmark.
Flying from Oslo to Stockholm takes approximately 1h 1min, while Oslo to Copenhagen takes 1h 6min. If driving is an option, expect roughly 6h 46min for the first route and 7h 51min for the second.
Since both routes depart from Oslo, this comparison is especially useful for travelers deciding between Stockholm and Copenhagen as a destination.
The 67 km difference between these routes is relatively modest, so other factors like ticket prices and schedules may matter more.
Both routes are drivable, with road distances of approximately 541 km and 628 km respectively. For road trips, the shorter route saves roughly 87 km of driving.
Stockholm (Sweden) has a population of 975,904 and is located in the Stockholm region of Europe. It's a charming destination known for its regional character.
Copenhagen (Denmark) has a population of 794,128 and is situated in Capital Region, Europe. This destination offers a more intimate travel experience with unique local culture.
Choose this route if your priority is reaching Stockholm (Sweden) — a city of 975,904 in the Stockholm region of Europe. It is also the shorter option at 416 km, which translates to a 5 min flight-time saving and roughly 17 kg less CO₂ per passenger versus the alternative. Driving is realistic at this distance, with an estimated 541 km of road and a fuel cost band around $54 USD. The initial bearing is 96° (E), so a great-circle flight leaves Oslo heading roughly E.
This route is the right call if you are heading to Copenhagen (Denmark) — a city of 794,128 in the Capital Region region of Europe. Even though it is the longer route at 483 km, it remains the obvious pick when Copenhagen is the actual destination, when departure schedules from Oslo are more convenient, or when fares undercut the alternative. Driving is feasible — expect roughly 628 km of road and a fuel cost in the $63 USD range. Departing Oslo, the great-circle bearing toward Copenhagen is 166° (SSE).
Oslo (59.91°, 10.75°) and Stockholm (59.33°, 18.07°) sit in the same approximate time zone. Oslo (59.91°, 10.75°) and Copenhagen (55.68°, 12.57°) share an approximate time zone. Both routes have manageable time-zone shifts, so jet lag should not be a major factor.
Stockholm is closer at 416 km, which is 67 km (14%) shorter.
416 km (258 miles). Flight: ~1h 1min.
483 km (300 miles). Flight: ~1h 6min.
Flying to Stockholm is faster at ~1h 1min, saving about 5 min compared to Copenhagen.
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.