Question 1

Can you travel around Norway by train?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! The country has a fantastic rail network with a selection of journeys, from around an hour in length to a full-day experience. The country is blessed with truly spectacular and diverse landscapes including mountains, valleys, waterfalls, and jaw-droppingly beautiful fjords. These amazing natural wonders are highlighted throughout the seasons making Norway rail holidays an absolute delight.

Question 2

What is the most scenic train journey in Norway?

Accepted Answer

Not the longest of Norway rail tours, but generally felt to be the most scenically beautiful is Flåm Railway (Flåmsbana). Running a spectacular route from the mountain station of Myrdal down to the fjord village of Flåm, this journey covers some 20 kilometres, not much, but what a 20 kilometres it is. With breathtaking views of steep mountains, cascading waterfalls, and beautifully green valleys, train holidays in Norway don’t get more picturesque. The line is famous for its dramatic drop in elevation of over 900 metres within a short distance, making it one of the steepest standard-gauge railway lines in the world.

Question 3

Do you need to book trains in advance in Norway?

Accepted Answer

Although many rail services allow tickets to be bought shortly before departure, that doesn't always mean they are available. If you're looking to jump on the best train ride in Norway, it stands to reason that others will probably do the same. The first rule of booking tickets for any railway holidays in Norway is to book them in advance, and the sooner the better to avoid disappointment.