Transport Guide
Public Transport
Main Apps by City
| City | App |
|---|---|
| Oslo | Ruter |
| Bergen | Skyss |
| Trondheim | AtB |
| Stavanger | Kolumbus |
| Tromsø | Troms fylkestrafikk |
Tickets
- Buy via the city's app or at ticket machines
- Monthly pass is usually the cheapest option if you commute daily
- Oslo monthly pass: Around 830 kr (2025)
- Most cities offer discounts for students, elderly, and children
National Travel
- NSB/Vy – National train network
- NOR-WAY Bussekspress – Long distance buses
- Flybussen – Airport buses in most cities
- Book in advance for cheaper tickets at vy.no
Car
Buying a Car
- Check Finn.no for used cars
- All cars must have valid EU control (EU-kontroll)
- Register ownership change at Statens vegvesen
Running Costs
- Fuel: Around 18–22 kr per litre (petrol/diesel)
- Insurance: 500–1,500 kr per month depending on car and coverage
- Annual fee (årsavgift): Replaced by weight-based fee
- Toll roads (bompenger): Varies by city and route
Electric Cars (Elbil)
- Very popular in Norway – world's highest EV per capita
- Benefits:
- Reduced toll fees
- Free or cheap parking in some areas
- Access to bus lanes in some cities
- Lower running costs
- Charging stations widely available
- Compare models at elbil.no
Toll Roads (Bomring)
- Most major cities have toll rings
- Charged automatically via AutoPASS
- Register at autopass.no
- Costs vary: 15–50 kr per passage in Oslo
Cycling
Infrastructure
- Most Norwegian cities have dedicated cycle lanes
- Oslo has an extensive cycling network
- Bysykkel (city bikes) available in Oslo, Bergen, Trondheim, and more
City Bikes
- Oslo Bysykkel: Season pass around 399 kr/year
- First 45 minutes free per trip
- Available April–November
Rules
- Helmet is recommended but not mandatory for adults
- Mandatory for children under 15
- Lights required at night
Air Travel
Main Airports
- Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) – Main international hub
- Bergen Flesland (BGO)
- Stavanger Sola (SVG)
- Trondheim Værnes (TRD)
Domestic Flights
- Norway has many domestic routes due to geography
- SAS and Norwegian are main carriers
- Book in advance for cheaper fares at norwegian.no or sas.no
Ferry
Coastal Travel
- Ferries are common for crossing fjords and reaching islands
- Hurtigruten – Iconic coastal route from Bergen to Kirkenes
- Many ferry routes are integrated into the public transport system
Tips for Getting Around
- Yr.no – Always check the weather before travelling
- 1881.no – Find addresses and plan routes
- Google Maps works well for public transport in Norway
- Winter driving requires winter tyres and extra caution
- Many Norwegians cycle year-round – studded tyres available for winter