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Trains in Norway

 

Trains in Norway transport you comfortably to every corner of the land of trolls and Vikings. Travel by day or night between deep blue lakes, frozen plains and misty mountains to amazing cities like Oslo, Trondheim and Stavanger. The Rauma, Bergen and Flåm Railways are attractions in their own right. It's time to experience them for yourself!

 

Train types in Norway

Trains in Norway are 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 Interrail 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

 

Popular connections

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

 

Route Duration

Oslo to Bergen

7h

Oslo to Stavanger

7h 45m

Oslo to Trondheim

6h 40m

Trondheim to Bodø 10h

 

Reservations

Most trains in Norway require reservations, you can find more information under 'Train types in Norway' at the top of the page. Keep in mind that trains can fill up quickly, especially long-distance trains in high-season, so get your reservations early. 

 

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How can I make reservations for trains in Norway?

Interrail reservation self-service system

Administration costs when booking through Interrail self-service

  • € 2,- p.p.per train
  • Additional € 9,- per order (for paper tickets)

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Locally at the train station in Norway

 

By calling the Entur call centre:

  • +47 61 27 90 88 (press 9 for services in english)

Opening hours:
Monday to Friday: 07:00 – 23:00
Saturday: 08:00 – 21:00
Sunday: 08:00 – 23:00
Opening hours during bank holidays are shorter.

 

Entur Call Centre handles bookings on behalf of all Norwegian train operators (except Flytoget AS). You may book tickets or seat reservations for the following train operators: Vy (Vygruppen AS), GAN (Go Ahead Nordic AS) and SJ (SJ Norge AS).

 

Seat reservations are usually available up to 90 days in advance and are not compulsory in Norway. However, seat reservations are highly recommended where available. Popular trains to and from popular destinations tend to be full during holiday seasons (i.e. the Oslo–Bergen Line during summer).

 

Payment

We only accept payment by card (Visa, MasterCard and American Express). Payment is required when you book.

 

Ticket collection

  • The easiest way to get your travel documents and receipts is to choose a home print solution. You will receive an e-mail with details and an attached PDF including your travel documents. You can either show the digital documents on your smartphone or tablet, or print your tickets at home and bring them onboard to show the train manager (note: If you choose the home print option, your tickets will not be available for print at TVM’s).
  • As an alternative to home print tickets you can request to get your tickets printed at self-service ticket vending machines (TVM’s). You will receive an e-mail with details of your travel, the receipt of your purchase and a booking reference/Order ID that can be used at the TVM’s for pick up.
  • TVM’s are available at many of the train stations in Norway. For more information and station details, please see Bane NOR for a list of stations in Norway. Manned train stations in Norway are Oslo S, Oslo Airport Gardermoen, Bergen, Trondheim and Stavanger.

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 Komfort 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.
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Get your Pass for Norway

Interrail Norway Pass

 
  • Offers you rail travel in Norway

  • Youth, senior and family discounts

  • Additional benefits include discounts on the Flåm Railway and ferries to and from Denmark

  • Prices from € 167

 

View Norway Passes 

Interrail Global Pass

 
  • Travel by train as much as you like in 33 European countries including Norway

  • Youth, senior and family discounts

  • Additional benefits include discounts on the Flåm Railway and ferries to and from Denmark

  • Prices from € 212

 

View Global Passes 

 

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. 

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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 for most trains. Make sure to get your reservations on time in high season, trains can fill up quickly!

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