Trains: Bergensbanen, Flåmsbana & Co.
Norway's train routes are among the most spectacular in the world. The state railway company Vy (formerly NSB) operates the network. The rail network is limited (only the south and center are well connected), but the routes are breathtaking.
The Major Rail Routes
| Route | Route | Duration | Price (from) | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bergensbanen | Oslo → Bergen | 6h 30 | 299 NOK (27 €) | Europe's highest mountain railway: Hardangervidda, Finse (1,222 m), fjord panoramas |
| Flåmsbana | Myrdal → Flåm | 1h | 430 NOK (39 €) | One of the steepest railway lines in the world: 863 meters elevation, 20 tunnels, Kjosfossen waterfall |
| Nordlandsbanen | Trondheim → Bodø | 9h 40 | 399 NOK (36 €) | Crossing the Arctic Circle, arctic landscape, Saltstraumen |
| Dovrebanen | Oslo → Trondheim | 6h 30 | 299 NOK (27 €) | Gudbrandsdalen, Dovrefjell (musk oxen!), Lillehammer |
| Raumabanen | Dombås → Åndalsnes | 1h 30 | 199 NOK (18 €) | Troll Wall (Europe's highest vertical rock face), Romsdal Valley |
Tips for Train Travel
- Early Bird: Vy Minipris tickets are cheapest 2–3 months in advance (Oslo–Bergen from 299 NOK instead of 879 NOK)
- Comfort: Vy Comfort Class (1st class) offers wider seats, power outlets, and free coffee — worth it on long distances
- Norway in a Nutshell: The popular package route combines Bergensbanen, Flåmsbana, fjord boat, and bus. Bookable through Fjord Tours (from 1,690 NOK / 150 €)
💡 Tipp
The Bergensbanen is one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world — sit on the left side (towards Bergen) for the best views of the Hardangervidda and the fjords. In winter, the route through the snowy plateau at Finse is particularly magical.
