Norway in a Nutshell on your own: bus, train and ferry in one day
So, why not become your own tour operator?
The amazing basic package from Fjord Tours is just 2,990 NOK per adult! Buying your segments separately is such a great idea! You'll spend ≈ 2,350 NOK (−20%+) and gain so much freedom. You can travel on a different day, stay longer in Flåm or even continue on to Bergen! All you need to worry about is making sure you have a clear schedule and tickets from three different systems (Vy, Norway's Best, Skyss).
Map of the “Nut Loop”
Oslo → Bergen via Myrdal, Flåm & Gudvangen
Total distance ~500 km · Net travel time ~10 hours
2025 “Iron” Schedule Template
| Segment | Departure | Arrival | How to book | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oslo → Myrdal (Bergensbanen) | 06:25 | 11:46 | vy.no (Mini Price) | 249 NOK |
| Myrdal → Flåm (Flåmsbana) | 12:05 | 13:02 | norwaysbest.com | 550 NOK |
| Flåm → Gudvangen (Fjord ferry) | 13:30 | 15:30 | norwaysbest.com | 480 NOK |
| Gudvangen → Voss (Skyss bus 950) | 15:00 | 16:00 | Skyss app | 110 NOK |
| Voss → Bergen (Bergensbanen) | 17:11 | 18:27 | vy.no | 179 NOK |
* Prices for spring–autumn 2025 with early booking; summer +10–15%.
💡 Life hack: To return to Oslo, take the train Voss→Myrdal→Oslo (18:40–00:05, Mini Pris 299 NOK) and skip a hotel night in Bergen.
Buy tickets step by step
- Oslo ⇆ Myrdal / Voss / Bergen — Vy.no website or Vy app. Get the Mini Pris fare 90–60 days before the date.
- Flåmsbana + Fjord Ferry — Norway's Best (formerly Flåm AS). Select the "Boat only" and "Train only" options, not "Round Trip".
- Skyss bus 950 does not need to be booked — pay in the app 15 minutes before departure. Show the QR code on your phone to the driver.
Important note: Flåmsbana tickets are sent as PDF files; no printout is required, but make sure your phone has enough battery power.
Stress-free transfer logistics
| Hub | Time to spare | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Myrdal | 19 min | Platforms on same level—follow signs for Flåm |
| Flåm | 28 min | Luggage room (50 NOK), toilet & Spar supermarket |
| Gudvangen | 20 min | Bus 950 stops 40 m from dock—fasten seatbelts on board |
| Voss | 16 min | Platform opposite bus stop—grab a Skolebrød at Narvesen |
Must-see photo spots and where to stand
| Segment | Side | Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Bergensbanen Oslo → Myrdal | Left | Krøderen Lakes & Hallingskarvet Plateau |
| Flåmsbana | Right | Kjosfossen waterfall (5 min stop) |
| Flåm ferry → Gudvangen | Left ~1 h, then Right | Entrance to Nærøyfjord, Bakka village |
| Bus 950 | Left | Stalheimskleiva road (May–Sep) |
📌 Photo tip: Book Flåmsbana Coach 3, Seats 38–41—window facing waterfall is splash-free & reflection-free.
Luggage and what to bring
| Question | Solution |
|---|---|
| 23 kg suitcase? | Storage: Flåm 50 NOK/6 h; Bergen/Voss 60 NOK/day |
| Bicycle? | Flåmsbana slot 200 NOK—book in advance |
| Baby stroller? | Fold up—doors are 58 cm wide; no extra charge |
| Pets? | Allowed on Skyss (cage/muzzle) and ferry (Deck 3) |
DIY budget (1 adult)
| Expenses | NOK |
|---|---|
| Vy Oslo → Myrdal (Mini Pris) | 24 |
| Flåmsbana | 55 |
| Fjord ferry | 48 |
| Skyss bus | 110 |
| Vy Voss → Bergen | 179 |
| Coffee + bun | 5 |
| Total | 1 623 NOK ≈ €150 |
Fjord Tours package (same dates) — 2,990 NOK. Savings of 1,367 NOK (≈ €125).
One-day trip checklist
- Great news: all tickets have now been purchased and saved offline!
- The phone battery is doing really well at 80% and I've got a power bank in my backpack!
- Layered clothing is the perfect choice for this trip! It's a chilly 12°C on the train, and the wind is blowing.
- Brilliant! The camera is all cleaned up and ready to go, and the UV filter will be super useful.
- Awesome, time card! "Don't worry if you miss the Gudvangen → Voss bus, the next one is in just 60 minutes!"
- Plan B is great! The ferry still runs in stormy weather, but the inner decks are perfect for children.
Putting together Norway in a Nutshell is a breeze! All you need are three websites, five tickets and a little time management. You'll be thrilled to know that the reward is fjords without the tour surcharge, the freedom to linger in Flåm and the incredible satisfaction of saying, "I did it myself!" Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as you depart from Oslo in the morning and dine on delicious crab in Bergen in the evening. Your memories will be filled with breathtaking waterfalls, the awe-inspiring canyon-like Nærøyfjord and the delightful smell of pine needles on the footbridges at Myrdal station. Wow, what a fantastic new!