Getting to & around

Getting to Fjord Norway

A well-developed transport network means it’s not only easy to get to Fjord Norway from abroad, but also to travel around it. Several of the airports in the region, such as Bergen, Stavanger and Ålesund, operate a good network of international services. There are also several smaller airports with a few, direct international flights as well as good connections to and from Oslo and other big cities in Norway. If you are travelling from the continent, you can also take the ferries from Denmark or Germany.  

There are direct flights from many of the large and medium-sized cities in Europe. It’s easy to get here from cities such as Amsterdam, Copenhagen and London. There are also frequent, good connections from Oslo and on to the Fjord Norway region. Please see avinor.no for more information about flights.
 

Stavanger

Stavanger is in the south of Fjord Norway, and is known for its excellent cuisine, exciting culture and nightlife. The city also has fjords, beaches and nature on its very doorstep. It’s easy to get to the world-famous Pulpit Rock and the fascinating Lysefjord from here.  
Here is a list of flights to Stavanger.
 

Bergen

Bergen is situated in the heart of Fjord Norway and is thus the ideal gateway for exploring the region.  

Bergen is an exciting city of culture and has long been an international trading centre. The Hanseatic merchants were established in Bergen for hundreds of years and the city has always turned its gaze outwards, towards the world. It’s easy to get to the fjords from Bergen.   
Here is a list of flights to Bergen.
 

Getting around in Fjord Norway

If you can find it on the map, there’s a good chance that a bus or boat will be able to take you there. Many foreign travellers are really impressed by public transport in Norway. Even the most remote destinations have good connections to the world-at-large, which is an important confirmation for those who live there that they are part of the greater community. It’s also easy to get around by car, and you can hire a car at the airports, in the cities and in most sizable destinations. 
 

Getting around by car

Useful information when travelling by car
Driving an electric car in Fjord Norway
Tour suggestions by car
 

By bus

Travel by bus in Fjord Norway
Tour suggestions - without a car
 

By train

It is both good for the environment and easy to travel by train to Voss, Bergen, Stavanger, Flåm and Åndalsnes - all excellent bases for adventure in the fjord landscape. Check vy.no for more information and timetables.
 

Round trips by Fjord Tours

Fjord Tours' round trips are perfect if you want to experience Fjord Norway in a comfortable and environmentally friendly way. With Fjord Tours' round trips you can experience the beautiful fjords and the surrounding areas. The trips are by public transport such as train, boat and bus. Flexible tickets allows you to stop along the way and enjoy a few extra days wherever you wish.
 

Fly with Widerøe

The Norwegian airline Widerøe operates scheduled flights to 43 airports all over Norway and as many as 10 of them are located in Fjord Norway.
 

Travel Guide

Download our travel guide! Download our travel guide! The travel guide is a comprehensive catalogue that provides tips on accommodation, activities, attractions and tours in Fjord Norway. The travel guide was designed for individual travellers, and makes it easier to plan your holiday. It will also be useful during your visit.