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How do I find cheap train tickets in Norway?

Lavpris, the 115-day sales window, Entur and discounts.

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Short answer

The cheapest train tickets in Norway are limited low fares, which Vy calls Lavpris, so book early, as Vy sells tickets 115 days before departure. Lavpris cannot be changed, refunded or combined with student or senior discounts. Entur sells tickets for all train companies at the operators' own prices.

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Why

  1. Vy says Lavpris is sold in limited numbers and advises travellers to book early.
  2. Vy sells tickets for all its trains 115 days before departure, and 120 days ahead for the Flåm Railway.
  3. Visit Norway notes that Entur sells tickets for all services without a surcharge and that most of the cheapest tickets are non-refundable.

Details

Vy's cheap limited ticket is called Lavpris on vy.no (Lowfare in the English version), so look for that name if you are searching for minipris. Vy says prices depend on date, time and how far ahead you book, and its site has a low fare calendar. SJ Nord gives 75 per cent off a Standard Flexible ticket for children aged 6–17 and 50 per cent for students under 30 and travellers aged 67 and over.

Tip

Compare several dates in Vy's low fare calendar or in Entur, and always buy before boarding, since there is a surcharge for tickets bought on the train.

What may differ

Vy notes that sales periods can be shorter when there is planned work or route changes, especially in June and December. Lavpris has a four-hour cancellation window after purchase, as long as you cancel before departure.

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Sources

Prices change, so check Vy, SJ Nord or Entur before you go.

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