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    Norway By Train

     

    The dazzling fjords and mountains of Norway offer the most spectacular views in Europe, and they’re all yours to discover on scenic train routes. Make your trip complete with a visit to these exciting towns and cities. Norway is the ideal destination for an adventurous European holiday.

    Train types in Norway

    Expect to be impressed by trains operated by VY Railways, GoAhead Norge and SJ. Modern, comfortable and ready to carry you across the country all times of the day, they're pretty awesome. You can check times for trains in Norway using the Eurail Timetable.

     

    Reservations for most Norwegian trains are shown as optional in the Timetable. However, we advise you to always make reservations in Norway, because trains often get fully booked. 

     

    Map with main train connections in Norway

    Regional and intercity trains in Norway

    VY Groupcommuter trains in the Oslo area (SUB)

    • Regional trains linking larger cities to surrounding towns on various short-distance routes.

    • 2nd class carriages only.

    • No reservation required.

     

    VY Tog day and night trains (REG / RE)

    • Regional trains linking bigger cities and smaller towns between Oslo and Bergen
    • Operating on 3 routes: 
      • Oslo - Bergen
      • Bergen - Voss
      • Bergen - Arna
    • Reservations are mandatory on regional trains between Oslo and Bergen.
    • No reservations on the other local trains.

     

    Go-Ahead Norge trains (REG/ RE)

    • Regional trains linking bigger cities and smaller towns between Oslo and Stavanger 
    • Operating on 3 routes: 
      • Oslo - Stavanger
      • Egersund - Stavanger
      • Nelaug - Arendal
    • Reservations are optional, but recommended. Trains can fill up quickly.
    • No reservations required on local trains, such as Sørtoket Lokal (formerly Arendalsbanen) and Jærbanen

     

    SJ Norge trains (NORD)

    • Regional trains at Dovrebanen, Rørosbanen, Raumabanen, Nordlandsbanen, and local trains at Trønderbanen and Meråkerbanen
    • Reservations in regional trains are optional, but recommended. Trains can fill up quickly.
    • No reservation required on local trains, such as Trønderbanen and Meråkerbanen

     

    With a Eurail Pass valid in Norway, you only have to pay the reservation fee.

    Night trains in Norway

    Domestic night trains (REG)

    • Domestic overnight trains on the routes:

      • Oslo - Stavanger (GoAhead Nordic)
      • Oslo - Bergen (VY Tog)
      • Oslo - Trondheim (SJ Norge)
      • Trondheim - Bodø (SJ Norge)

    • Sleep in a cosy compartment and awake to inspiring scenery passing your train window.

    • Keys to sleeping compartments are collected from the on-board cafeteria (Meny Kafé).

    • You must reserve a bed or seat in advance.

     

    Go-Ahead Norge night train (REG)

    • Domestic overnight train on the route Oslo - Stavanger 
    • Comfortable beds,  maximum 2 adults and 2 childre per compartment 
    • Complimentary voucher for free water and earplugs 
    • You must reserve a bed in advance

    Tourist trains in Norway

    Flåm Railway (RE)

    • Very wild and scenic train route.

    • Connects mountain railway station Myrdal to Flåm, located in the magnificent Aurlandsfjord, 865 meters below.

    • Not covered by rail passes, but holders of a Eurail Pass do benefit from a 30% discount.

    • Buy your ticket in advance by calling the Entur customer centre: +47 61 27 90 88

    Bus services in Norway

    Veøy Buss

    • Service from Åndalsnes to Molde.

    • Tickets can be bought on the bus.

    • 50% discount for holders of a Eurail Pass.

    Popular connections in Norway

    Here are the routes between major cities using regional trains in Norway, all covered by the Eurail Pass.

     

    Route Duration

    Oslo to Bergen

    7 hours

    Oslo to Stavanger

    7 hours 45 mins

    Oslo to Trondheim

    6 hours 40 mins

    You can travel to and from Norway from popular cities in the following European countries:

     

    Route Train / ferry Duration Reservations
    Bergen, Kristiansand or Stavanger to Hirtshals (Denmark) Fjordline ferry 2 to 17 hours Required
    Oslo to Gothenburg (Sweden) VY Regiontog 4 hours Optional
    Oslo to Stockholm (Sweden) SJ High Speed 6 hours Required


    To travel overland from Denmark to Norway, you can take a high-speed train from Copenhagen (Denmark) to Gothenburg (Sweden), changing trains in Malmo (Sweden). Then take the direct VY Regiontog listed in the above table. In total, this will take under 9 hours. Reservations are required on the trains in Sweden.

    Reservations for trains in Norway

    We strongly recommend that you reserve a seat on the long distance trains because these trains can fill up quickly, especially in high-season. 

     

    How can I make reservations for trains in Norway?

    • At a train station: Ticket desks from Entur AS.

    • By phone: Contact the Entur customer center on weekdays between 7:00 and 23:00, Saturdays between 8:00 and 21:00 and Sundays between 9:00 and 23:00. Opening times may vary during holidays.

      You can call them on +47 61 05 19 10.

    • Online: through our Reservation Service

     

    Reservation Fees:

    • The reservation fee for 2nd class Passes is 50 NOK (approximately €5) per seat in the standard area or 200/300NOK (approximately €20/€30) for a seat in the Komfort, Pluss or Premium area (depending on the train company).
    • Fee for night train sleeping accommodation is 1000 NOK (approximately €100) and bookable as single or two persons sleeper.  

     

    Good to know:

    • On domestic day routes, there's no reservation fee for 1st class Pass Holders. However, 1st class Pass Holders need to have a seat reservation in upgraded compartments (Komfort, Pluss, Premium - depending on the train company). You can book this for free, but you must book locally.
    • On night trains there is no difference for 1st class or 2nd class. 
    • The Comfort Night place is only offered on the Sørlandsbanen (Oslo–Kristiansand–Stavanger–Oslo) night train. It is available all nights except for Saturday night to Sunday morning and the fee is 230 NOK (approximately €25), which can only be booked in Norway.
    • You can reserve trains for other countries at larger Norwegian train stations or through the Entur call center.

     

    What can I expect when calling the Entur call center?

    1. Call the Entur customer center on +47 61 05 19 10 to book your seat or sleeper accommodation in Norway.

    2. Select ‘9’ in the menu to be put through to English speaking staff.

    3. There is an admin fee of 50 NOK (approximately €5).

    4. Payments can be made by credit card.

    5. Pre-paid reservations can be picked up at train stations and ticket vending machines before departure, or sent as PDF ticket via e-mail, or delivered onboard your chosen train.

    6. Reservations that haven't been paid for yet, have to picked up at ticket vending machines or at an open train station. You have to do this no later than one week after booking, or no later than the day prior to departure if there is less than one week till departure.

     

    Get further info about reservations.

     

    Get your Pass for Norway

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    Spend your whole vacation exploring Norway by rail.

     

    Standard prices from € 148

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    Have the freedom to visit Norway and up to 32 other European countries.


    Standard prices from € 185

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    Explore Norway, Denmark, Sweden and Finland with one Eurail pass.

     

    Standard prices from € 166

     

    Tips and tricks for Norway

    The main Norwegian train stations

    You'll find the hub of Norway's rail traffic in its capital city. Oslo Central Station, "Oslo S" for short, connects Norway's major cities as well as international destinations.

     

    Railway stations in Norway have top facilities:

    • Lockers

    • ATMs and foreign exchange desks

    • Cafés, restaurants, shops

    • Tourist info

    • Elevators, escalators

    • Good access for disabled travellers

    Railway companies in Norway

    There are 3 railway carriers in Norway that are included in your Interrail Pass: VY, Go Ahead Norge, and SJ. 

    norwegian-railway-carriers-logos

    You can book all trains from these 3 carriers through Entur, either by phone or at their ticket desks at the train station. Reservations are mandatory on VY Tog regional trains between Oslo and Bergen. For other long distance and regional trains, reservations are not mandatory, but they are recommended since trains can fill up quickly!

    norwegian-reservations-platform-entur-logo

    Places to visit in Norway

    Old town, Fredrikstad
    Old town, Fredrikstad

    Gamlebyen, the Old Town (Fredrikstad)

    One of Norway´s most popular attractions, the old town (Gamlebyen) in Fredrikstad is the best-preserved fortress town in all of Scandinavia. Breathtaking and dynamic, the area boasts cobblestone streets, centuries-old buildings, quaint shops, the Fredrikstad City Museum, and a spectacular Saturday morning flea market. Spend a day walking back through time to 17th century simplicity and beauty.

    Fredrikstad is about 1 ½ hours by train from Oslo.
    Wooden houses in Bergen
    Wooden houses in Bergen

    Natural beauty in Bergen

    The train ride from Oslo to Bergen has been called the most beautiful in the world. Mountains, lakes, rivers and forests await you along the way. In Bergen, there’s plenty to do. The famous Bryggen wooden wharf houses celebrate 900 years of Norwegian tradition. Ride the Funicular Cable Car, and soar to the top of Mount Floyen, 1,050 feet above sea level. Love fresh seafood? The lower station is just steps from the fish market.

    From Bergen station (Bergen Stasjon), the lower station of the Funicular Cable Car is a 10-minute walk.
    Nothern lights near Skibon
    Nothern lights near Skibon

    Say hello to Aurora Borealis

    Get front row seats to the Northern Lights. The best months to witness this breathtaking natural event are October, February and March. But the Lights are ever-changing, so it’s worth checking into the possibilities whenever you plan to visit Norway. Specific weather conditions are also a factor. (The Lights are best visible in the very northern parts of Norway, such as Narvik, Bodø, Tromsø and Finnmark).

    Bodø is the northern end of the Norwegian State Railways.
    The Flam Railway crossing the mountains
    The Flam Railway crossing the mountains

    Steepest railway line in the world in Flåm

    Some very skillful engineering created the rail path from Flåm to Myrdal. This is one of Norway’s most popular attractions and also boasts magnificent natural scenery. The steepest inclines for any railroad (at some points, up to a 55% gradient), plus narrow paths that pass into and out of the mountainside, waterfalls and wildlife make this journey truly unique. Your 40-minute train ride will provide memories that last a lifetime.

    You can travel from Bergen to Flåm in about 3 hours, and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery – mountains, fjords and forests – along the way.
    The Royal Palace, Oslo
    The Royal Palace, Oslo

    The cultural mix in Oslo

    Oslo, Norway’s capital and largest city, is a mecca of international activities, music, art, culture, science and history. From the unusual, like the Fire Museum (Brannmuseet i Oslo), to the historical Aker Brygge Wharf and the Royal Palace. Oslo will suit your style, no matter what that is. Spend some time listening to the local music and enjoy the hearty cuisine before venturing away from the city into the majestic fjords and stunning nature.

    Step off the train at Oslo’s station Nationaltheatret, and the royal palace grounds will be directly in front of you.