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Oslo vs Bergen

Norway vs Norway · 304 km apart

Oslo

Norway

kr15,866 ($1,469)

single / month

VS

Bergen

Norway

kr12,703 ($1,176)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseOsloBergenCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$14.04$11.45Bergen
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$56.16$45.79Bergen
Cappuccino$4.21$3.43Bergen
Monthly groceries (single person)$318$259Bergen
Monthly public transport pass$51.48$41.98Bergen
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$136$111Bergen
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$39.31$32.05Bergen
Fitness club membership$39.31$32.05Bergen
Cinema ticket$10.30$8.40Bergen
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$766$594Bergen
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$533$413Bergen
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,599$1,239Bergen
Total single-person budget$1,469$1,176Bergen
Average net salary$5,070$4,134

Verdict

Bergen is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Oslo runs about $1,469 versus $1,176 in Bergen — a difference of roughly 20%.

Salary-adjusted, Oslo leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Oslo  ·  Full cost of living in Bergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oslo cheaper than Bergen?
No. Oslo costs an estimated $1,469 per month for a single person, about 20% more than Bergen at $1,176.
How far is Oslo from Bergen?
The straight-line distance between Oslo and Bergen is approximately 304 km (189 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Oslo or Bergen?
The estimated average net salary is $5,070 in Oslo and $4,134 in Bergen. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $3,601 in Oslo versus $2,958 in Bergen per month.