The 11 Best Train Journeys in Norway

1.Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,047 reviews · 10h 30m · from $418Our pick

Spend about 10.5 hours traveling from Bergen by coach, electric ferry and train. Visit Njardarheimr Viking village, cruise the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord aboard Future of the Fjords, and ride the Flåm Railway. Guides such as Michael, Maria, Tracy and Ivan are praised for clear commentary and good humor. Food is not included, so bring snacks.

“A really enjoyable day. I loved the Viking village, the fjord cruise was really spectacular and the Flåm railway was great too! I would have appreciated a little bit more time in Flåm but I know it’s hard to pack so much into a day.”

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2.From Narvik: Roundtrip Arctic Train Ride on Ofoten Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 407 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $69

Ride the 43-kilometer Ofoten Line from Narvik to Bjørnfjell, the last stop before Sweden. Your roundtrip takes about 2.5 hours, with tunnels, bridges, steep climbs, fjord views, waterfalls, and Arctic mountain scenery. An English audio guide covers the railway’s iron ore and World War II history. Wi-Fi is included, and the train is wheelchair accessible.

“The views were spectacular. The audio narration was worthless since the sound was totally blocked by the noise of the train.”

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3.Guided tour – Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 371 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $429

Travel from Bergen by bus, boat, and two railways to Njardarheimr Viking Village, the Nærøyfjord, Aurlandsfjord, Kjosfossen, and Flåm. An English-speaking guide handles the connections, with guides such as Michael, Ivan, Linda, Alvan, and Lora reported on different departures. Expect a packed but easy way to see western Norway in one day.

“Michael & Linda were outstanding. They brought enthusiasm and kindness as well as so much knowledge about Norway & Bergen. The sights, the history, the stunning views was well worth it.”

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4.Viking Village, Nærøyfjorden Cruise and Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 155 reviews · 12 hours · from $435

Travel from Bergen by Mercedes minibus to Tvindefossen and Njardarheimr Viking Village, then cruise Nærøyfjorden and ride the Flåm Railway back to Bergen. English-speaking guides such as Thomas, Geir, Stig, and Bjarte lead the road portion, while the final train journey is unaccompanied.

“The minibus was very comfortable and Geir was an excellent driver and a very informative guide. Adding personal experiences to his commentary gave more insight into the Norwegian way of life. He left us at the Viking Village but gave us very clear instructions for boarding the boat for the fjord cruise and the Flam and Bergen trains. A guided tour of the Viking Village is included in the price. It is optional but well worth joining as you only have a limited time in the village. The boat was a lot bigger than I expected. There was plenty of inside seating but, as it was a fine, sunny day…”

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5.Romsdalen: Rauma Railway Golden Train with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 111 reviews · from $64Best value

Board the Rauma Railway in Åndalsnes for a 2.5-hour round trip to Bjorli. An English-speaking host adds stories about the valley, World War II, and the Golden Train, while you pass Troll Wall, Verma waterfalls, Kylling Bridge, 32 bridges, and emerald rivers. Bring a charged phone and headphones for the onboard audio guide.

“Very good. We didn’t need to download anything to listen to the commentary because this was provided by a person talking on the train. Relaxing round trip train journey through beautiful scenery.”

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6.From Narvik: The Northern Lights Arctic Train Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 93 reviews · 3 hours · from $156

Ride the Ofoten Railway from Narvik to roadless Katterat, 373 meters above sea level. Your English-speaking guide shares railway stories, serves hot drinks and snacks by a fire, and offers photo tips while you wait for the aurora. A heated lavvu, old village, museum visit, and Northern Lights film add substance to the three-hour outing.

“It was a fantastic tour with a knowledgeable guide. I wouldn’t change a thing about it.”

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7.Oslo To Sognefjord Private Full Day Roundtrip Including Flam Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 70 reviews · 15 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $1,083

Leave central Oslo at 8 a.m. with a private driver-guide, travel through mountain scenery to Gudvangen, cruise Sognefjord and Nærøyfjord to Flåm, then ride the famous Flåm Railway toward Myrdal and Geilo before driving back. Guides such as Janis, Reinis, Bjørn, Alex, and Alekss are praised for clear instructions, photo stops, and keeping the many connections on track.

“Tour was fantastic! Sergei was an amazing guide. He was a great driver and explained everything well. The sites during the drive, boat ride, and train ride back were incredible. Highly recommend!”

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8.Oslo To Bergen Self-Guided Full Day Trip with Flåm Railway And Fjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 69 reviews · from $454

Travel independently from Oslo to Bergen by Bergen Railway, Flåm Railway, fjord boat, bus, and train. You will cross the Aurlandsfjord and narrow Nærøyfjord, then continue through Gudvangen and Voss. Tickets and instructions are supplied, but you must manage every connection yourself.

“For the Flam Railway, it was quite a rainy day, however, we could see some of the beautiful sights on the train. The Fjord Cruise part was incredible. The low hanging clouds (it had stopped raining) made the views that much more breathtaking. Just BEAUTIFUL! The bus and train connection to Bergen went smoothly. Worth it.”

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9.Private Full-Day Round Trip from Oslo to Sognefjord via Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 62 reviews · 15 to 16 hours (approx.) · from $1,177

Leave Oslo at 8 a.m. with a private driver-guide such as Janis, Aleks, Björn, or Joonas. Ride the Flåm Railway, cruise Sognefjord, and cross Norway’s mountain country by car and train before returning late at night. It is a flexible, private sampler for anyone short on time, but expect 15 to 16 hours of travel.

“Long day but paced nicely to see beautiful Norway in a condensed timeframe. So many tunnels and amazing waterfalls.”

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10.Self-Guided 22-Hour Round Trip From Oslo To Sognefjord With Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 54 reviews · from $537

Start at Oslo Central Station for a self-guided 22-hour circuit through Myrdal, Flåm, Aurlandsfjord, Nærøyfjord, Gudvangen, Voss, and Bergen. You’ll combine the Bergen Railway, Flåm Railway, fjord cruise, bus, and optional sleeper train. It is a tightly timed way to see Norway’s best scenery in one long day.

“The tour was exactly as advertised. The entire journey is an opportunity for stunning views at every turn. The tickets were all accurate, the tour host was responsive and the directions were well written and easy to follow. I highly recommend the sleeper cabin for the return. The day is long and tiring, but well worth the effort.”

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11.Private Day Tour, Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 38 reviews · 10 hours · from $1,259

Spend 10 hours traveling from Bergen to Gudvangen, the Nærøyfjord, Flåm, and Voss with a private English-speaking guide. Stop at Tvindefossen, visit Njardarheimr Viking Village, cruise by battery-powered boat, and ride the Flåm Railway. Guides such as Arne, Michael, Vilde, and Ivan are praised for handling seats, timing, and scenic stops.

“Michael, our guide, was fantastic. He was enthusiastic, entertaining and insightful as we spent the day with him exploring the western part of Norway. His car was impeccably clean and comfortable. I would highly recommend a tour with Michael any time!”

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