Norway by bus

Q: Is it safe to travel by bus in Norway?

Generally speaking, bus travel in Norway is one of the safest forms of transportation. Therefore, you can just sit and relax and enjoy the scenery while the drivers are making sure your bus travel goes as planned.

Q: How do you pay for buses in Norway?

You have many ways of purchasing the bus ticket for your journey. One of the quickest ways is to book your ticket in advance online. However, if you don’t want to use your credit card for the bus ticket purchase, you can also buy the bus ticket at the bus station or directly on the bus (provided that there are seats left).

Q: What documents do I need to have when traveling throughout Norway?

In order to check what documents you need to bring with you when traveling throughout Norway, it is best to check the websites of the competent authorities prior to your travel given the fact that different rules apply depending on your citizenship.

Q: Are there any extra charges for the luggage storage on the buses?

Normally, the luggage storage is charged extra, directly on the bus. Before you board the bus, you will get a receipt for each piece of luggage that you put down into the luggage compartment and you will be charged an extra amount that can vary depending on the carrier.

Q: Am I allowed to bring my pet on the bus when traveling in Norway?

Unfortunately, the general answer is no as the majority of bus companies that operate departures in Norway do not allow pets on board. However, you can always contact the carrier directly prior to your journey or check if there is a PET icon next to their departure on our website which would typically mark the ones that do allow you to carry your pet with you on the journey.

Q: COVID-19 restrictions when traveling in Norway.

To check the rules that apply to journeys in Norway as far as the COVID-19 restrictions are concerned, we advise you to check the website of the Ministry of Health of Norway. You should find all the necessary information there, and if you are unable to do it on your own, you can always contact them via email address provided on the website.

Q: Are buses in Norway wheelchair accessible?

It is unfortunately not possible to give a specific answer to that question, since it all depends on the carrier you’re traveling with and the bus that will operate the route on the day of your departure. Even though the majority of the bus fleet in Norway is of a newer generation, there are still some vehicles which are not equipped with all the necessary amenities.

Traveling by bus in Norway is definitely one of the safest and cheapest ways of traveling while ensuring at the same time that you don't miss out on the beautiful natural landscapes around the country. Thanks to the well connected bus network between Norway cities it is easy to reach the majority of the most popular destinations within the country in a day.

Intercity buses in Norway

In Norway intercity buses are available on more than 53 travel combinations, while traveling with an average speed of 77 km/h. Of course, intercity bus routes via highway have a higher average speed. The majority of the Norway intercity buses are comfortable long distance coaches, but older vehicles might be used on busier travel days.

The timetable for popular intercity bus routes like Arendal - Oslo or Grimstad - Oslo can be found online, but for some shorter intercity bus routes you might have to go to the bus station. Tickets are sold both online and on the spot, but after the COVID-19 pandemic an increasing number of travellers prefer buying their tickets online.

Domestic routes

As mentioned above there are more than 53 domestic intercity bus travel combinations in Norway. Below you will find some of the most popular Norway travel routes with minimal or no stops along the way:

Travel Arendal - Oslo

Travel Grimstad - Oslo

Travel Larvik - Lillesand

Travel Lillesand - Larvik

Travel Larvik - Oslo

Travel Grimstad - Larvik

Travel Drammen - Oslo

Travel Oslo - Tonsberg

Travel Larvik - Arendal

Travel Tonsberg - Oslo

Travel Arendal - Larvik

Travel Oslo - Risør

Travel Larvik - Risør

Travel Sannidal - Oslo

Travel Oslo - Arendal

International routes

From Norway there are international bus routes to neighboring countries such as Sweden and Finland, as well as to other countries such as Denmark, Denmark and Poland.

The majority of these international bus lines are daily departures, that are operated by various Norway bus companies.

Most of the International bus departures drive from Oslo, Sarpsborg and Moss. Of course, there are also some international bus departures from other cities throughout the country.

Below we have listed the most popular international bus routes:

Travel Oslo - Jonkoping

Travel Oslo - Norrkoping

Travel Oslo - Copenhagen

Travel Sarpsborg - Uddevalla

Travel Oslo - Karlstad

Travel Oslo - Linkoping

Travel Moss - Copenhagen

Travel Sarpsborg - Copenhagen

Travel Oslo - Årjäng

Travel Oslo - Uddevalla

Travel Oslo - Orebro

Airport buses in Norway

If you are flying to Norway you will land in one of 11 airports located throughout the country. From the majority of Norway airports you have a bus shuttle to the nearest largest city and in some cases even intercity buses to other cities in the region. Click on the airport name below and read more about getting to and from the airport.

International airports:

Alesund (Airport)

Bergen (Airport)

Haugesund (Airport)

Kristiansand (Airport)

Kristiansund (Airport)

Stavanger (Airport)

Sandefjord (Airport)

Moss (Airport)

Tromso (Airport)

Domestic airports:

Bodo (Airport)

Bus companies in Norway

There are over 6 bus companies operating in Norway. 6 companies offer intercity bus lines, 0 companies drive airport shuttles, 1 companies operate regional and local lines, 2 bus companies offer bus rental and 1 companies offer bus tours. The bus companies are located in 1 cities throughout the country. The majority of companies can be found in Oslo.

6 intercity bus companies operating in Norway are very different in size. The largest Norway company connects more than 0 cities, whereas the smallest intercity bus company only has service to 0 cities.

Below we have listed some of the most popular bus companies in Norway. Full list of bus companies in Norway can be found here.

Bus stations in Norway

In most cities there is a dedicated bus station, in smaller cities the bus station might be a parking lot with a shelter or a section on the road marked for multiple buses. In some cities buses also stop at public road bus stops or at gas stations and hotel parking lots. In larger cities you will find bus stations with amenities like toilets, luggage storage, kiosks, fast food restaurants and other useful services for travellers. In Norway there is a total of 42 bus stations, below we have listed 15 of the most popular bus stations, for a full list of bus stations in Norway click here.

Oslo

Drammen

Arendal

Tonsberg

Horten

Kongsberg

Notodden

Fredrikstad

Gjovik

Elverum

Nordfjordeid

Stryn

Otta

Lillehammer

Ulsteinvik

Hire a coach in Norway

Norway bus rental companies offer coaches for any kind of group trip, whether it’s a transfer from the airport to your hotel, or single and multi day excursions to the many sights in Norway. Rest assured you will be able to find a suitable partner. If you are travelling during the high season, it is advisable to book your bus in advance to secure one of the best vehicles for your group.
Here you can see a list of some companies offering bus rental in Norway:

Nettbuss
Unibuss

FAQ about buses in Norway

Is it safe to travel by bus in Norway?

How do you pay for buses in Norway?

What documents do I need to have when traveling throughout Norway?

Are there any extra charges for the luggage storage on the buses?

Am I allowed to bring my pet on the bus when traveling in Norway?

COVID-19 restrictions when traveling in Norway.

Are buses in Norway wheelchair accessible?

Norway by bus

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