Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Important Numbers
There are no area codes in Norway.
Directory assistance
180
International access code
00
Norway country code
47
Ambulance
113
Police
112
Arriving in Norway
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Gardermoen International Airport, Oslo
Buses: Flybussen airport buses (
www.flybussen.no
) go to the centre of Oslo (one-way/re-
turn €17.50/29.50); one to four hourly from 4.05am to 9.50pm; 40 minutes
Trains: Airport Express Trains (
www.flytoget.no
)
go to the centre of Oslo (€21); up to six
hourly from 4.18am to midnight; 22 minutes
Taxis: €75 to €110; 30 minutes to one hour to the centre, depending on traffic
Keeping Costs Down
The prices for hotels (and just about everything else) in Norway can be a real shock
to the system, but there are some strategies for keeping travel costs at a reasonable
level. The period from mid-June to mid-August is the best time to visit the country:
although the crowds can be off-putting, hotel prices can be 40% less than for the rest
of the year. In most accommodation types, a buffet breakfast is included in the room
price - turn breakfast into your main meal of the day - while in many restaurants,
discounted lunchtime specials also enable you to eat well without spending too
much. Picking up your rental car in neighbouring Sweden can also reduce costs,
while those travelling by train should plan ahead and book online for heavily dis-
counted
minipris
fares.
