Stavanger travel guide

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With a population of 121,610, Stavanger is the largest city in Rogaland, Norway by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country.

When to visit Stavanger

Stavanger in December
Estimated hotel price
$227
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stavanger in December
Estimated hotel price
$227
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Stavanger in July, when the average temperature is 14 °C, and the highest can go up to 17 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -1 °C, with an average temperature of 1 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 161 mm. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Stavanger, with an average rainfall of 51 mm.

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How to Get to Stavanger

Plane

When flying to Stavanger, you’ll arrive at Stavanger Airport, Sola (SVG), which is located 7 miles from the city centre.

Train

Train is the only carrier operating train routes to Stavanger. The train journey from Stavanger to Oslo takes 7h 50m and costs around $50 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Trondheim, expect to pay about $100 for a 15h 20m trip. The train station in Stavanger is called Stavanger, and is located 0.3 miles from the city centre.

Bus

Vy Bus operates bus routes to Stavanger. From Bergen, the bus ride to Stavanger takes 290 miles and will cost you around $91. From Oslo, the ticket costs about $101 for a journey of 490 miles.

Plane

When flying to Stavanger, you’ll arrive at Stavanger Airport, Sola (SVG), which is located 7 miles from the city centre.

Train

Train is the only carrier operating train routes to Stavanger. The train journey from Stavanger to Oslo takes 7h 50m and costs around $50 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Trondheim, expect to pay about $100 for a 15h 20m trip. The train station in Stavanger is called Stavanger, and is located 0.3 miles from the city centre.

Bus

Vy Bus operates bus routes to Stavanger. From Bergen, the bus ride to Stavanger takes 290 miles and will cost you around $91. From Oslo, the ticket costs about $101 for a journey of 490 miles.

Airports near Stavanger

Airlines serving Stavanger

Lufthansa
Good (7,108 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,349 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,650 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,825 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,615 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,107 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,797 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,511 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,329 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,288 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,223 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,334 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,304 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,876 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,306 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (905 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (297 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,443 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,108 reviews)
Icelandair
Good (519 reviews)
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Where to stay in Stavanger

Average rates range from around $189 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $191 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Skansen Hostel and Stavanger Bed and Breakfast.

Where to stay in popular areas of Stavanger

Most booked hotels in Stavanger

Radisson Blu Atlantic Hotel Stavanger
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$204+
Clarion Hotel Energy
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$188+
Scandic Royal Stavanger
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$182+
The Villa
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$138+
St Svithun Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
$124+

Hiring a car in Stavanger

Expect to pay $3.32 per litre in Stavanger (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $39.80 and $53.07. The most frequently booked car type in Stavanger is Standard (Class Standard Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 26% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.32 per litre in Stavanger (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $39.80 and $53.07. The most frequently booked car type in Stavanger is Standard (Class Standard Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 26% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Stavanger

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