Norway Transport Guide: Airport Rail, Scenic Trains & Fjord Ferries
Transport Guide
2026-10-03
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Navigating Norway’s transportation is straightforward for this long, narrow country—just understand how Vy trains, airport rail links, and ferries connect.
Arrival & Getting into Town
| Airport | Transport to City | Time/Price |
|---|
| Oslo (OSL) | Airport Rail Flytoget | ~19 minutes, ~210 NOK |
| Oslo (OSL) | Vy regional train | ~23 minutes, ~110 NOK |
| Bergen (BGO) | Light rail Bybanen | ~45 minutes, ~40 NOK |
| Tromsø (TOS) | Airport bus Flybussen | ~15 minutes, ~100 NOK |
Scenic Railways
- Bergensbanen: Oslo–Bergen, ~7 hours, crossing plateaus and snowlines.
- Flåm Railway: Myrdal–Flåm, 20 km with nearly 900 m elevation drop.
- Norway in a Nutshell: A classic fjords experience combining train, bus, and ferry.
Urban Transport
- Oslo: Metro (T-bane), trams, and buses operated by Ruter; buy 24-hour or single tickets.
- Bergen: Buses and light rail run by Skyss; cheaper fares via the Skyss app.
- Book train and long-distance bus tickets early on the Vy website or app for the best prices.
Fjords & Coastal Travel
- Fjord roads often require ferries; allow extra time and check schedules if driving.
- Coastal fast boats (hurtigbåt) link Bergen with fjord towns—fast but pricey.
- Hurtigruten coastal ferries run north–south along the coast, a classic way to explore slowly.
Tips
- Use the Entur app to check nationwide bus, train, and ferry schedules and connections.
- Many gas stations accept card payments at pumps; monitor fuel levels in remote areas.
- For winter driving, ensure your vehicle has winter tires and check for mountain pass closures.