Getting around Norway
Europe
From Europe ✈️
Direct flight from Paris
Yes
Duration
2h20 direct (Paris-Oslo)
Indicative round-trip price
80-250 EUR A/R
Book
1-3 months ahead
Recommended airlines
Local transport
Bus
Vy and FlixBus for domestic routes, often cheaper than the train if booked early. Nettbuss/local in the cities.
Train
Vy runs a scenic but limited network. Oslo-Bergen (one of the most beautiful journeys in the world): 6-7h, 800-1200 NOK full fare, much less with a minipris booked in advance.
Taxi
Pricey and with free-set fares (no uniform regulated meter): compare before getting in. Pickup around 100 NOK.
Metro
Oslo has a metro (T-bane), tram and buses all covered by the Ruter ticket. Bergen has a light rail (Bybanen).
Essential apps
Common routes and indicative prices
| From | To | Mode | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oslo | Bergen | Vy train (scenic) | 6-7h | 300-1200 NOK |
| Oslo | Lofoten | Plane (via Bodø + Widerøe) | 3-4h | 800-2000 NOK |
| Bergen | Flåm | Train + Nærøyfjord cruise | day | from 990 NOK |
| Oslo | Stavanger | FlixBus | 8-9h | from 450 NOK |
Indicative prices for 2025-2026. Fares vary by season, demand and how far ahead you book.
Vehicle rental 🛵
Scooter / Motorbike
scooters/bikes in town; mopeds are rare / day
Category A licence for a proper scooter
Car
450-900 NOK (40-80 EUR) / day
French licence accepted
International permit : Not required (French license accepted)
Transport scams to know ⚠️
Overcharging taxis
Taxis are free to set their own fares and can be very expensive, especially from the airports.
Tip :Take the Flytoget/train or an app like Bolt rather than a street taxi.
Fjord excursions via middlemen
Some vendors resell excursions at a steep markup.
Tip :Book directly (Fjord Tours, Norway in a Nutshell, Entur).
Practical tips
- Download the Entur app: it brings together trains, buses, ferries and metros across the whole country.
- Book Vy train tickets on 'minipris' several weeks in advance to slash the price.
- For the fjords and Lofoten, renting a car gives you a freedom public transport doesn't — fuel at 18-22 NOK/litre.
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