City: Norway
Top Things to do in Norway
The 10 Best Railways in Norway, Norway
in Europe (green & dark grey)
Restaurants in Norway
1. Artic Train
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
2. NSB
3. The Bergen Railway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,692 reviews
Experience one of Europe’s most beautiful train journeys. The Bergen Line is the scenic mountain track to the fjords.
Reviewed By 599andrewj - Guildford, United Kingdom
In hindsight, this might have been a trip better done in the Spring or Summer, mainly because when there has been a lot of snow everything is white. Where there would be glistening blue lakes and green landscape, there is no delineation since the lakes are frozen and covered in snow, as is the land. Having said that, still a great experience with some friendly co-travellers and comfortable seating in Komfort class with free tea and coffee. Note that in 2020 all Komfort class carriages are being replaced with a new Pluss carriage which has upgraded facilities and at-seat power. I might just have to go back in the Summer!
4. Setesdalsbanen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Setesdalsbanen is a narrow-gauge railway between Grovane and Røyknes in Vennesla. The line operates during the summer season (June, July and August) running steam trains with old wooden coaches. The line runs through beautiful scenery parallel to the river Otra. At Grovane station it is possible to buy light refreshments and souvenirs.
5. Flytoget
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 562 reviews
WELCOME ABOARD We deliver fast, frequent and reliable transportation to and from Oslo Airport. As our guest, you should expect a little extra. Which is a matter of course – after all, we exist purely for your benefit. Aboard our trains, you should be able to sit back and relax and think about other things than catching your plane. We are proud to be welcoming you aboard.
Reviewed By harryd63 - Bransgore, United Kingdom
I downloaded the App prior to setting off and bought my tickets on the app. Each journey is a single and it loads on the app. From there it is easy to put it into your iPhone wallet, the ticket is valid for 90 days. The app displays train times and platform number; at busy Oslo Central Station that made it quick and easy to find. The Airport station is well signposted, simply select your ticket and scan the barcode before entering the platform, it is worth knowing that on the return journey to the airport you scan the barcode when you arrive at the airport after leaving the train. I love the simplicity of the system, the airport is a long way out from the city centre and this is a great way of travelling at a reasonable cost. Trains are about every 10 minutes and travel time is about 30 minutes, the train is comfortable and quiet and you also get the opportunity to see the countryside outside the city.
6. Bratsbergbanen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
The Bratsberg Railway runs between Porsgrunn and Notodden in Telemark. The train corresponds with the Sørland Railway and the Vestfold Railway, and has frequent departures all day.
7. Kroederbanen Historic Steam Engine Railway
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4.0 based on 14 reviews
8. Oslo Central Station
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 591 reviews
Reviewed By ritasueNewYorkCity
Use this station to get to and from the airport in about 20 minutes and during your stay in Oslo, patronize many of the restaurants which all serve fresh food, good portions, at reasonable prices.
9. Narvik Train Station
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By Irishannie18 - Barrie, Canada
We travelled on the train from Narvik, Norway to Kiruna, Sweden. This area is inside the Arctic Circle and I describe the area as Newfoundland meeting Banff, Alberta, Canada for the scenery. The Land of the Midnight Sun is a true description.
10. Vy
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3.5 based on 152 reviews
Vy takes you to several of the most attractive destinations in Norway by train and by bus. The Norwegian scenery often times makes the travel itself an attraction.
Reviewed By trr2014 - Reading, United Kingdom
We took NSB service to/from Oslo airport to City. We used Nationaltheatret (National Theatre) station and Oslo Lufthavn (Oslo airport). From National Theatre station it comes in track 3 or 4 and runs 18, 28 and 48 past every hour from National Theatre - weekdays mornings - this was May 2018. We took 9:28 R10 service and it was three stops and takes about 30min. Tips: 1) I recommend taking the train from National Theatre station (if you are going to airport) as the train got crowded from the Oslo Central station. Travelling with two children on my own this was a good choice. 2) You can buy tickets for NSB service to airport using RuterBillett app - it's 4zones and 101 NOK. I think if you buy not using app (counters) it's more expensive. 3) use NSB service cheaper than FlyToGet express train (runs with F numbers but more frequent service). If not for my friend saying this I would have got on the FlyToGet service as it is the more frequent and visible/ promoted one 4) if traveling with children at weekends, kids travel free in this service.
