Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
To get a complete listing of bus timetables (and some prices) throughout the country, pick
up a copy of the free
Rutehefte
from any reasonably sized bus station and some tourist of-
fices. All bus stations and tourist offices have smaller timetables for the relevant routes
passing through town.
Nor-Way Bussekspress
Nor-Way Bussekspress operates the largest network of express buses in Norway, with
routes connecting most towns and cities.
BUS
Lavprisekspressen
The cheapest buses are operated by Lavprisekspressen, which sells tickets over the in-
ternet. Its buses run along the coast between Oslo and Stavanger (via Kristiansand and
most towns in between) and along two north-south corridors linking Oslo with Trondheim.
If you're online at the right moment, fares between Oslo and Trondheim can cost as little
as Nkr99, and even its more expensive tickets are often significantly cheaper than those of
its competitors.
BUS
Nettbuss
Nettbuss has a big network which includes the subsidiaries TIMEkspressen, Nettbuss
Express and Bus4You (Bergen to Stavanger).
BUS
Costs & Reservations
Advance reservations are rarely required in Norway. That said, you're more likely to find
cheaper fares the earlier you book. Buying tickets over the internet is usually the best way
to get the cheapest fare (special
minipris
tickets are frequently offered in summer), and on-
line bookings are often the only option for Lavprisekspressen buses. Tickets are also sold
on most buses or in advance at the bus station, and fares are based on the distance trav-
elled. Some bus companies quote bus fares excluding any ferry costs, so always check.
Many bus companies offer student, child, senior and family discounts of 25% to 50%, so
it pays to ask when purchasing. Groups (including two people travelling together) may also
be eligible for discounts.
In northern Norway, holders of InterRail and Eurail passes are also often eligible for dis-
counts on some routes.
