How far is it from Arendal to Kristiansand?

The distance between Arendal and Kristiansand is 42 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Arendal to Kristiansand?

The drive from Arendal to Kristiansand takes approximately 1 h by car.

The fastest route from Arendal to Kristiansand covers 42 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h.

Kristiansand lies roughly to the south-west of Arendal.

The drive from Arendal to Kristiansand mainly follows E 18.

Towns on the route from Arendal to Kristiansand include Froland, Grimstad, Lillesand, Birkenes, Vennesla.

Distance: 42 miDuration: 1 h

Driving from Arendal to Kristiansand takes about 1 h via E 18. The distance is 42 mi. The straight-line distance is 36 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Arendal, Grimstad, Øygarden, Birkenes. Driving directions

Driving directions15 · 42 mi

The return trip from Kristiansand to Arendal covers roughly the same distance, 42 mi.

No notable attractions were found along this route.

Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 6 October 2026.

How far is it from Arendal to Kristiansand?: The distance between Arendal and Kristiansand is 42 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Arendal to Kristiansand?: The drive from Arendal to Kristiansand takes approximately 1 h by car.
What is the best route from Arendal to Kristiansand?: The fastest route from Arendal to Kristiansand covers 42 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h.
Which direction is Kristiansand from Arendal?: Kristiansand lies roughly to the south-west of Arendal.
Which roads does the route from Arendal to Kristiansand follow?: The drive from Arendal to Kristiansand mainly follows E 18.
Which towns do you pass between Arendal and Kristiansand?: Towns on the route from Arendal to Kristiansand include Froland, Grimstad, Lillesand, Birkenes, Vennesla.