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Which long-distance buses run in Norway?

The main express bus companies, their routes and how to buy tickets.

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Short answer

Express buses in Norway are run by companies such as Vy express, NOR-WAY Bussekspress and FlixBus, with routes from Oslo to Bergen, Trondheim, Kristiansand and Stavanger. In Oslo, their lines leave from Oslo Bus Terminal. Visit Norway notes that coach travel is usually cheaper than the plane or train, and Entur sells tickets for most journeys.

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Why

  1. NOR-WAY Bussekspress has 10 routes covering most of Southern Norway, and they are operated by 9 different bus companies.
  2. Vy express runs VY190 along the coast from Oslo via Kristiansand and Stavanger to Bergen, and VY710 between Trondheim and Lillehammer with a night service to Oslo.
  3. Visit Norway says most bus operators give discounts to students, children, senior citizens and families.

Details

Oslo Bus Terminal lists FlixBus lines to Kristiansand, Bergen, Copenhagen, Stockholm and Prague, and Vy Bus4You lines to Stockholm and Copenhagen. In the north, long-distance buses connect Tromsø with Alta, Narvik and Fauske all year round. On some express buses you can buy a ticket from the driver, but Visit Norway advises checking first. Bikes and skis are usually allowed for a fee.

Tip

Buy your ticket before the trip: Vy says most stops on its express routes are only served if you have a pre-purchased ticket.

What may differ

Large groups must book well in advance, according to Visit Norway.

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Sources

This answer is for reference only. Routes and timetables can change, so check Entur or the bus company before you travel.

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