Norway prices 2024
What are the prices in Oslo?Wondering how much dinner costs?What is the cost of accommodation?How much money do I need for shopping in a supermarket in Oslo?
Roger Phillips recently visited Oslo and prepared this article about prices in Oslo.Find out about average prices in Oslo, including food prices, restaurants, beer, accommodation, transportation and more.Oslo is a part of Norway.What currency is accepted in Oslo?How much money can I bring into Norway?
What currency is used in Oslo?
Here is information about currency:
The currency of Norway is Norwegian Krone (NOK).1kr (Krone) is divided into 100 øre.There are 4 different coins: kr1, kr5, kr10, kr20.There are 5 different bank notes with the following values: kr50, kr100, kr200, kr500, kr1000.To avoid unexpected risks of receiving fake money, we reccommend checking the currency when trading.Be especially careful with those banknotes: kr1000, kr500.The current exchange rate of Norwegian Krone (NOK) is: $1 USD = 11 NOK. (Data updated: today)
- For 1$ United States dollar (USD) you can get: 10.59NOK Norwegian Krone (NOK)
- For 1€ Euro you can get: 11.78NOK Norwegian Krone (NOK)
- For 1£ British Pound (GBP) you can get: 13.97NOK Norwegian Krone (NOK)
- For 1₽ Russian ruble (RUB) you can get: 0.12NOK Norwegian Krone (NOK)
Is Oslo an expensive city?
Average prices in Oslo are higher than in United States.If you do your shopping in Oslo you have to pay 1.09 times more for it than in United States.The average accommodation cost in Oslo range from: 45USD (478NOK) in hostel to 68USD (723NOK) in 3 star hotel.Price per night in a luxury hotel in Oslo is about 206USD (2,100NOK).
Using public transport in Oslo comes at a cost of: 3.80USD (40NOK) for a one-way ticket.The price for renting a car in Oslo (e.g. Volkswagen Golf or Toyota Corolla) to 36,000USD (388,000NOK).If you prefer taxi, remember that the price of a taxi in Oslo depends on several factors.Taxi starting price is about: 9.40USD (100NOK).For 1 km ride in Oslo you have to pay about: 1.50USD (16NOK).
See also how prices have changed in previous years: Price changes in previous years in Oslo
Oslo Prices 2020
Cost of living in Oslo is:
- 1.07 times lower than in Washington
- 1.13 times higher than in Jacksonville
- 1.18 times higher than in Houston
- 1.09 times higher than in Oklahoma City
- 1.27 times lower than in New York City
Is food expensive in Oslo?
Food prices in supermarkets are higher than in United States.For example, in Oslo you have to pay for:
- Bottle or carton of milk (1 liter): 2.10USD (22NOK)
- Popular yellow cheese (1 kg): 12USD (129NOK)
- A bottle of beer from a known brand: 4.10USD (43NOK)
- A sausage or cold cuts (1 kg): 20USD (211NOK)
- A mid-range wine (one bottle): 15USD (155NOK)
How much money do I need for a week's stay in Oslo?
If you want to spend a week in Oslo the cost of your stay will be:
- 867USD (9,100NOK) - a cheap stay for 7 days in Oslo
- 1,100USD (12,000NOK) - a budget travel for 7 days in Oslo
- 1,400USD (15,000NOK) for a one week of comfortable stay in Oslo
- 3,700USD (40,000NOK) for a week of luxury holidays in Oslo
What is a cost of meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) in Oslo? What is the average cost of lunch in Oslo?
In Oslo, a typical fast food meal costs: 12USD (129NOK) for a McMeal at McDonalds or BurgerKing (or similar combo meal), and 3.60USD (39NOK) for a cheeseburger.For coffee lovers: cappuccino coffee 4.40USD (47NOK) and espresso 3.10USD (33NOK).
More information about meals budget you can find in our: Travel cost guide.
How much do cigarettes cost in Oslo?
Cigarettes are more expensive in Oslo than in United States.Average cost of a pack of local cigarettes is 12USD (124NOK).For more famous brands such: Lucky Strike, Camel, Kent you have to pay about 15USD (155NOK).
Bellow you can find information about food and beverages prices in supermarkets and groceries.You can read also about prices in hotels, cafes and restaurants in Oslo.
Average prices in restaurants and pubs, transportation, taxi, groceries, salaries, food, hotels and rentals in Oslo.
Currency: Norwegian Krone
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How much is a hotel in Oslo?
Average hotel price in Oslo is 1.04 times bigger than average price in United States
Average hotel price in Oslo is: | 918 NOK | 87 USD | 78 EURO | 7,913 RUB |
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Hostels prices in Oslo are around: | 478 NOK | 45 USD | 41 EURO | 4,120 RUB |
Price of 2 star hotel in Oslo is around: | 565 NOK | 53 USD | 48 EURO | 4,870 RUB |
Price of 3 star hotel in Oslo is around: | 723 NOK | 68 USD | 61 EURO | 6,228 RUB |
Price of 4 star hotel in Oslo is around: | 1,198 NOK | 113 USD | 102 EURO | 10,325 RUB |
Price of 5 star hotel in Oslo is around: | 2,181 NOK | 206 USD | 185 EURO | 18,803 RUB |
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How much does it cost to rent a car in Oslo?
Car rental average prices in Oslo
Car | Price |
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Average price | 197USD (2,000NOK) |
Car Mini | 89USD (943NOK) |
Economy car | 94USD (996NOK) |
Compact car | 128USD (1,300NOK) |
SUV | 182USD (1,900NOK) |
Passenger Van | 498USD (5,200NOK) |
Is food expensive in Oslo? How much does an inexpensive meal cost in Oslo?
Prices in restaurants in Oslo.
Meal in a cheap restaurant | 230 NOK (150-300) | 22 USD (14-28) | 20 EUR (13-25) |
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 1,000 NOK (715-1,500) | 94 USD (68-142) | 85 EUR (61-127) |
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 129 NOK (120-150) | 12 USD (11-14) | 11 EUR (10-13) |
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 110 NOK (77-130) | 10 USD (7.30-12) | 9.30 EUR (6.50-11) |
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 110 NOK (85-135) | 10 USD (8.00-13) | 9.30 EUR (7.20-11) |
co*ke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 38 NOK (22-59) | 3.60 USD (2.10-5.60) | 3.20 EUR (1.90-5.00) |
Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 27 NOK (20-45) | 2.50 USD (1.90-4.20) | 2.30 EUR (1.70-3.80) |
Cappuccino (regular) | 47 NOK (31-66) | 4.40 USD (2.90-6.20) | 4.00 EUR (2.60-5.60) |
Espresso Coffee | 33 NOK (22-46) | 3.10 USD (2.00-4.40) | 2.80 EUR (1.80-3.90) |
Cheeseburger (fastfood) | 39 NOK (36-45) | 3.60 USD (3.40-4.20) | 3.30 EUR (3.10-3.80) |
Can you eat cheaply in Oslo?
How much should you pay for cheese, eggs, milk or oranges in Oslo?
Prices in supermarkets in Oslo.
Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 22 NOK (20-29) | 2.10 USD (1.90-2.70) | 1.90 EUR (1.70-2.50) |
A loaf of fresh white bread (500g) | 34 NOK (19-70) | 3.20 USD (1.80-6.60) | 2.90 EUR (1.60-5.90) |
Eggs (regular) (12) | 46 NOK (29-60) | 4.40 USD (2.70-5.70) | 3.90 EUR (2.40-5.10) |
Local Cheese (1kg) | 129 NOK (90-200) | 12 USD (8.50-19) | 11 EUR (7.60-17) |
Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 21 NOK (11-35) | 2.00 USD (1.00-3.30) | 1.80 EUR (0.93-3.00) |
A bottle of wine (Mid-Range) | 155 NOK (120-250) | 15 USD (11-24) | 13 EUR (10-21) |
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 34 NOK (28-50) | 3.20 USD (2.60-4.70) | 2.90 EUR (2.40-4.20) |
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 43 NOK (35-70) | 4.10 USD (3.30-6.60) | 3.70 EUR (3.00-5.90) |
Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro) | 155 NOK (149-178) | 15 USD (14-17) | 13 EUR (13-15) |
Chicken breasts (skinless and boneless) - (1kg) | 152 NOK (70-215) | 14 USD (6.60-20) | 13 EUR (5.90-18) |
Apples (1kg) | 33 NOK (20-45) | 3.10 USD (1.90-4.20) | 2.80 EUR (1.70-3.80) |
Oranges (1kg) | 30 NOK (15-59) | 2.90 USD (1.40-5.60) | 2.60 EUR (1.30-5.00) |
Potatoes (1kg) | 21 NOK (10.00-30) | 2.00 USD (0.94-2.80) | 1.80 EUR (0.85-2.50) |
Lettuce (1 head) | 27 NOK (16-35) | 2.50 USD (1.50-3.30) | 2.30 EUR (1.40-3.00) |
Rice (white) (1kg) | 32 NOK (15-90) | 3.00 USD (1.40-8.50) | 2.70 EUR (1.30-7.60) |
Tomato (1kg) | 50 NOK (19-70) | 4.80 USD (1.80-6.60) | 4.30 EUR (1.60-5.90) |
Bananas (1kg) | 22 NOK (18-29) | 2.10 USD (1.70-2.70) | 1.90 EUR (1.50-2.50) |
Onions (1kg) | 24 NOK (15-45) | 2.20 USD (1.40-4.20) | 2.00 EUR (1.30-3.80) |
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 301 NOK (160-450) | 28 USD (15-42) | 26 EUR (14-38) |
Pears (1kg) | 39 NOK (24-54) | 3.70 USD (2.30-5.10) | 3.30 EUR (2.00-4.60) |
Cucumber (1kg) | 28 NOK (10-39) | 2.60 USD (0.99-3.60) | 2.40 EUR (0.89-3.30) |
Perrier Water (small bottle 0,33l) | 32 NOK (17-53) | 3.00 USD (1.60-5.00) | 2.70 EUR (1.40-4.50) |
Sausages (1kg) | 211 NOK (97-299) | 20 USD (9.20-28) | 18 EUR (8.30-25) |
Cottage cheese (1kg) | 112 NOK (78-174) | 11 USD (7.40-16) | 9.50 EUR (6.60-15) |
Whisky | 474 NOK | 45 USD | 40 EUR |
Rum | 448 NOK | 42 USD | 38 EUR |
Vodka | 396 NOK | 37 USD | 34 EUR |
Gin | 436 NOK | 41 USD | 37 EUR |
Accommodation Cost Restaurant prices Prices in Supermarket Prices of Transportation and fuel Rent Prices Per Month Prices of Utilities (Monthly) Apartment prices Salaries And Financing Prices of Sports And Leisure Prices of Clothing And Shoes Childcare prices Whisky prices comparison Rum prices comparison Vodka prices comparison Gin prices comparison FAQ
How much do you have to pay for a fuel or a taxi in Oslo?
Prices of Transportation and fuel in Oslo.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 40 NOK (40-44) | 3.80 USD (3.80-4.20) | 3.40 EUR (3.40-3.70) |
Monthly Pass (Regular Price) | 853 NOK (850-897) | 81 USD (80-85) | 72 EUR (72-76) |
Gasoline (1 liter) | 22 NOK (21-25) | 2.10 USD (2.00-2.40) | 1.90 EUR (1.80-2.10) |
Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) | 400,000 NOK (311,000-460,000) | 37,000 USD (29,000-43,000) | 33,000 EUR (26,000-39,000) |
Toyota Corolla 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) | 388,000 NOK (329,000-450,000) | 36,000 USD (31,000-42,000) | 32,000 EUR (27,000-38,000) |
Taxi starting price (normal tariff) | 100 NOK (60-150) | 9.40 USD (5.70-14) | 8.50 EUR (5.10-13) |
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 16 NOK (15-22) | 1.50 USD (1.40-2.10) | 1.30 EUR (1.30-1.90) |
Taxi 1 hour waiting (normal tariff) | 520 NOK (410-600) | 49 USD (39-57) | 44 EUR (35-51) |
Is it expensive to live in Oslo?
Rent Prices Per Month in Oslo.
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 15,000 NOK (12,000-18,000) | 1,400 USD (1,100-1,600) | 1,300 EUR (1,000-1,500) |
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 12,000 NOK (10,000-15,000) | 1,100 USD (944-1,400) | 1,000 EUR (849-1,200) |
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 23,000 NOK (17,000-30,000) | 2,100 USD (1,600-2,800) | 1,900 EUR (1,400-2,500) |
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 17,000 NOK (14,000-22,000) | 1,600 USD (1,300-2,000) | 1,500 EUR (1,200-1,800) |
Prices of Utilities (Monthly) in Oslo.
Charges (electricity, heating, water, garbage) for an 85m2 apartment | 1,800 NOK (1,000-4,000) | 171 USD (94-378) | 154 EUR (85-340) |
Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) | 480 NOK (289-800) | 45 USD (27-76) | 41 EUR (25-68) |
Mobile Phone Monthly Plan with Calls and 10GB+ Data | 377 NOK (249-499) | 36 USD (24-47) | 32 EUR (21-42) |
Prices of Sports And Leisure in Oslo. How much does a cinema ticket cost in Oslo?
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 506 NOK (300-750) | 48 USD (28-71) | 43 EUR (25-64) |
Tennis court rent (1 hour during a weekend) | 276 NOK (200-400) | 26 USD (19-38) | 23 EUR (17-34) |
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 170 NOK (150-240) | 16 USD (14-23) | 14 EUR (13-20) |
Prices of Clothing And Shoes in Oslo.
1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) | 921 NOK (495-1,300) | 87 USD (47-127) | 78 EUR (42-115) |
1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M,...) | 484 NOK (195-1,500) | 46 USD (18-142) | 41 EUR (17-127) |
1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | 1,000 NOK (619-1,600) | 102 USD (58-151) | 92 EUR (53-136) |
1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes | 1,400 NOK (599-2,500) | 137 USD (57-236) | 123 EUR (51-212) |
Childcare prices in Oslo.
Preschool (or Kindergarten), Private, Monthly for 1 Child | 3,300 NOK (3,000-3,600) | 313 USD (283-340) | 282 EUR (255-306) |
International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child | 88,000 NOK (35,000-229,000) | 8,300 USD (3,300-21,000) | 7,400 EUR (2,900-19,000) |
Apartment Price in Oslo. How much does a flat in Oslo cost?
Price per square meter for an apartment in city centre | 93,000 NOK (78,000-125,000) | 8,800 USD (7,400-11,000) | 7,900 EUR (6,600-10,000) |
Price per square meter for an apartment outside of city centre | 65,000 NOK (48,000-100,000) | 6,100 USD (4,500-9,400) | 5,500 EUR (4,000-8,400) |
What salary do you need to live in Oslo?
Salaries And Financing in Oslo.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 38,000 NOK | 3,600 USD | 3,200 EUR | |
Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly | 4.07% (1.97% - 5.65%) | - | - | - |
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Price changes in previous years in Oslo
What about vegetable prices in Oslo? Are they higher than a few years ago?
We can compare vegetable prices in previous years on the example of tomatoes: 2012: 19 NOK, 2013: 27 NOK, 2014: 27 NOK, 2015: 25 NOK, 2016: 28 NOK, 2017: 30 NOK, 2018: 31 NOK, 2019: 30 NOK, 2020: 33 NOK
I can't imagine breakfast without bananas, have the prices of these fruits increased recently in Oslo?
The prices of tropical fruit, for example bananas, have been changing in recent years: 2015: 19 NOK, 2016: 20 NOK, 2017: 23 NOK, 2018: 21 NOK, 2019: 23 NOK, 2020: 21 NOK
Have prices in cafes increased in recent years in Oslo?
The cost of cappuccino coffee in a cafe or restaurant has changed in recent years: 2011: 25 NOK, 2012: 32 NOK, 2013: 33 NOK, 2014: 34 NOK, 2015: 37 NOK, 2016: 38 NOK, 2017: 40 NOK, 2018: 38 NOK, 2019: 42 NOK, 2020: 43 NOK
Have apartment prices increased in recent years in Oslo?
In previous years, the following costs have been paid per square meter of flat in the city center: 2011: 45,000 NOK, 2012: 49,000 NOK, 2013: 54,000 NOK, 2014: 52,000 NOK, 2015: 59,000 NOK, 2016: 67,000 NOK, 2017: 81,000 NOK, 2018: 74,000 NOK, 2019: 81,000 NOK, 2020: 85,000 NOK
How high are the salaries in Oslo? Can you earn more now than in previous years?
This is how earnings have changed in recent years: 2010: 20,000 NOK, 2011: 27,000 NOK, 2012: 26,000 NOK, 2013: 24,000 NOK, 2014: 27,000 NOK, 2015: 27,000 NOK, 2016: 27,000 NOK, 2017: 28,000 NOK, 2018: 29,000 NOK, 2019: 29,000 NOK, 2020: 32,000 NOK
Prices in Norway. Historic data last years
Average fuel price in Oslo is 3.10 times bigger than average price in United States (fuel prices in Oslo for 1 liter = 0.264 gallons)
Petrol price in Oslo is around | 2.90 USD | 2.60 EURO |
Diesel fuel price in Oslo is around | 2.70 USD | 2.40 EURO |
Bus tickets, subway, taxi
Average transport price in Oslo is 1.98 times bigger than average price in United States
Local transport. One-way ticket prices in Oslo is around: | 5.50 USD | 5.00 EURO |
Local transport. Monthly pass in Oslo is around: | 105 USD | 95 EURO |
Taxi starting price in Oslo is around: | 12 USD | 11 EURO |
Taxi – fare for 1km in Oslo is around: | 2.30 USD | 2.10 EURO |
Taxi – waiting time (1 hour) in Oslo is around: | 75 USD | 67 EURO |
Meal price in a restaurant
Average price of a meal in a restaurant in Oslo is 2.74 times bigger than average price in United States
Budget restaurant (price per 1 person) in Oslo is around: | 25 USD | 23 EURO |
Mid-range restaurant (meal for 2 people) in Oslo is around: | 134 USD | 120 EURO |
Fast Food combo in Oslo is around: | 16 USD | 14 EURO |
Price of a cheeseburger in Oslo is around: | 4.80 USD | 4.30 EURO |
Price of french fries in Oslo is around: | 4.50 USD | 4.10 EURO |
Price of a cappuccino in Oslo is around: | 5.80 USD | 5.20 EURO |
Price of a Coca-Cola or Pepsi (0,5L) in Oslo is around: | 2.20 USD | 2.00 EURO |
Food prices
Average food prices in Oslo are 1.72 times bigger than average price in United States
Price of a local beer (0.3 liter bottle) in Oslo is around: | 3.70 USD | 3.30 EURO |
Price of a local beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Oslo is around: | 4.70 USD | 4.20 EURO |
Price of an imported beer (0,3 liter bottle) in Oslo is around: | 5.20 USD | 4.70 EURO |
Price of an imported beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Oslo is around: | 12 USD | 11 EURO |
Price of table wine in Oslo is around: | 20 USD | 18 EURO |
Price of cigarettes in Oslo is around: | 15 USD | 14 EURO |
Price of a Cola/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) in Oslo is around: | 4.10 USD | 3.70 EURO |
Price of Perrier water (0.33 liter bottle) in Oslo is around: | 3.70 USD | 3.30 EURO |
Price of water (1.5 liter bottle) in Oslo is around: | 3.40 USD | 3.10 EURO |
Price of milk (1 liter bottle) in Oslo is around: | 2.50 USD | 2.20 EURO |
Price of bread (0,5 kg) in Oslo is around: | 4.00 USD | 3.60 EURO |
Price of eggs (10 pieces) in Oslo is around: | 4.40 USD | 4.00 EURO |
Price of cheese (1kg) in Oslo is around: | 14 USD | 13 EURO |
Price of cottage cheese price in Oslo is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
Price of a sausage (1kg) in Oslo is around: | 26 USD | 23 EURO |
Price of a chicken (1kg) in Oslo is around: | 19 USD | 17 EURO |
Price of apples (1kg) in Oslo is around: | 3.70 USD | 3.30 EURO |
Price of pears (1kg) in Oslo is around: | 4.40 USD | 4.00 EURO |
Price of a oranges (1kg) in Oslo is around: | 3.60 USD | 3.20 EURO |
Price of potatoes (1kg) in Oslo is around: | 2.30 USD | 2.10 EURO |
Price of a lettuce in Oslo is around: | 2.80 USD | 2.50 EURO |
Price of white rice (1kg) in Oslo is around: | 3.60 USD | 3.20 EURO |
Price of tomatoes (1Kg) in Oslo is around: | 4.40 USD | 4.00 EURO |
Price of a cucumbers (1kg) in Oslo is around: | 2.50 USD | 2.20 EURO |
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