Oslo S (Sentralstasjon) — Vy, Flytoget, Airport Train Guide

Flytoget Airport Express + Vy regional

• Flytoget (premium): 19 min non-stop Oslo S to OSL airport.
• Flytoget frequency: every 10 min during day.
• Flytoget hours: 4:40am-1am.
• Flytoget price: NOK 250 single (€21).
• Vy regional train to OSL: 23 min — same destination but stops + cheaper.
• Vy frequency: every 20-30 min.
• Vy price: NOK 124 single (€10.50).
• Operator: Flytoget (state company, premium); Vy (state, regional).
• Why choose Flytoget: non-stop + every 10 min + slightly faster.
• Why choose Vy: half the price + still under 25 min.
• Both same destination: OSL Gardermoen airport main terminal.
• Taxi OSL to Oslo S: NOK 800-1,000 (€67-84).
• Massive savings via train: Vy NOK 124 vs taxi NOK 800-1,000.
• Children: free with paying adult Flytoget; 50% off Vy.

Vy — Norway scenic + intercity

• Bergen Railway (Bergensbanen) to Bergen: 7h, from NOK 449 — one of world’s most scenic rail journeys.
• Highlights of Bergen Railway: Hardangervidda plateau, Finse highest station, fjord views.
• Dovre Railway (Dovrebanen) to Trondheim: 7h via Lillehammer + Dovre mountains.
• Vy to Stavanger (Sørlandsbanen): 8h with change at Kristiansand.
• Vy to Geilo: 4h (Bergen Railway intermediate).
• Vy to Lillehammer: 2h.
• Vy to Hamar: 1h15.
• Vy Sleeping Train Oslo-Bergen: nightly, 11pm-7am, from NOK 549 seat / NOK 1,099 sleeper.
• Vy Sleeping Train Oslo-Trondheim: nightly, similar pricing.
• Flåm Railway connection: Bergen Line to Myrdal + scenic branch to Flåm fjord village.
• Norway in a Nutshell tour: day-trip from Oslo to Flåm via train + fjord cruise + bus + scenic train (NOK 1,800 self-organized; NOK 3,000+ packages).
• Eurail/Interrail valid: all Vy trains.

SJ Norge — international to Sweden, Denmark

• SJ Norge to Gothenburg (Göteborg): 4h direct, from NOK 449.
• SJ Norge to Stockholm: 5h45 direct, from NOK 449.
• SJ Norge to Copenhagen: 8h via Gothenburg, from NOK 549.
• SJ to Malmö: 6h via Gothenburg.
• Operator: SJ Norge (Swedish operator running Norwegian routes).
• Booking: SJ.se or Vy.no — both sell same trains.
• Cheaper alternative coach: FlixBus + Vy Express bus.
• Stockholm via bus: Vy Buss 8h NOK 250.
• Copenhagen via bus: 9h overnight NOK 400.

Oslo T-bane + tram + city access

• T-bane (metro) 5 lines: all connecting through Jernbanetorget (1-min walk from Oslo S).
• T-bane to Holmenkollen: ski jump + Nordic-themed museum, 30 min.
• T-bane to Vigeland Park (Frogner): 12 min — 200+ Gustav Vigeland sculptures.
• T-bane to Bislett: historic stadium area.
• Tram lines 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19: at street level Jernbanetorget + Oslo S.
• Walking to Oslo Opera House: 2 min — iconic white marble walkable roof, free to climb.
• Walking to Bjørvika harbour: 5 min — Munch Museum, Library (Deichman), Opera.
• Walking to Karl Johans gate (main shopping): 1 min — pedestrian street to Royal Palace.
• Walking to Aker Brygge (waterfront): 15 min via Karl Johans + Rådhusplassen.
• Single Ruter ticket: NOK 41 (1h validity).
• 24h Ruter day pass: NOK 117.
• 7-day pass: NOK 348.
• Oslo Pass 24h: NOK 495 / 48h NOK 720 / 72h NOK 905 — transit + 30+ museums + activities.
• Apps: Ruter, Vy, Flytoget.

Services, walking, safety

• 1987 modern building: glass + steel + integrated with Oslo Mall.
• Oslo S Shopping Mall: 100+ shops, food court, supermarket — all under main hall.
• Left luggage: automated lockers — NOK 75-100 per 24h.
• WiFi free: Vy + Flytoget networks.
• Vy Lounge: Plus + Komfort class.
• Flytoget Premium Lounge: Flytoget Premium ticket holders.
• Food: Joe & The Juice, Espresso House, Burger King, Coop Mega, Narvesen kiosks.
• ATMs: DNB, Nordea, Handelsbanken.
• Pharmacy (Apotek): in mall — late hours.
• Currency exchange: Forex Bank at Oslo S — fair rates.
• Tourist info (VisitOSLO): Jernbanetorget — 1-min walk.
• Accessibility: fully step-free, elevators throughout.
• Safety: Oslo among world’s safest cities. Watch belongings at train + tram. Very low crime.
• Open Sundays: shops at Oslo S open Sundays (unlike most of Oslo — most shops closed Sun).
• Norway high prices: €5-7 coffee, €15-25 sandwich, €40+ lunch. Budget extra for food + drinks.
• Winter darkness: November-January only 5-6h daylight. Station + city well-lit.
• Architecture nearby: Oslo Opera House (free roof walk), Munch Museum (NOK 180), Library (Deichman, free entry).

Frequently Asked Questions

Oslo S to OSL airport?

Flytoget premium 19 min NOK 250 — every 10 min. Or Vy regional 23 min NOK 124 — half the price, only 4 min slower. Much cheaper than taxi NOK 800-1,000.

Bergen Railway from Oslo?

7h scenic journey on Bergensbanen, from NOK 449. One of world’s most scenic. Highlights: Hardangervidda plateau, Finse highest station, fjord views.

Vy night train to Bergen?

11pm-7am sleeper service. From NOK 549 reclining seat, NOK 1,099 1-person sleeper compartment. Wake up in Bergen fresh — saves hotel night.

SJ Norge Oslo to Stockholm?

5h45 direct, from NOK 449. Or FlixBus 8h NOK 250 — cheaper but 2h+ slower. Train more comfortable.

Norway in a Nutshell from Oslo?

Day-trip via Bergen Railway to Myrdal + Flåm scenic train + fjord cruise + bus. NOK 1,800 self-organized. NOK 3,000+ packages. Multi-day version available.

Why Oslo is expensive?

Norway one of world’s most expensive countries. €5-7 coffee, €15-25 sandwich, €40+ lunch. Budget extra for food + drinks. Wine NOK 100+/glass.

See also

• Oslo OSL airport guide
• Stockholm Central guide
• SAS baggage guide
• Copenhagen H guide