How to travel from Alesund to Tromsø, Norway
The distance between Alesund and Tromsø is around 1,262km (784 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 45m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Alesund to Tromsø by plane, bus, train, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Tromsø → Alesund if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Alesund (AES) to Tromso (TOS).
- Duration3h 45m
- Flight time2h 50m
- Typical costNOK 2,990($290)
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Ferry
Take a ferry to Tromsø Hurtigrutekai.
- Duration2 days 23h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costNOK 6,660($650)
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Trondheim S then take the train to Fauske then take the bus to Narvik bussterminal and then to Tromsø Prostneset.
- Duration24h 50m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costNOK 2,430($235)
Multiple operators
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Alesund and Tromsø
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Alesund to Tromsø by plane, bus, train, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around NOK 1,230 ($120) and will take around 1 day 6h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately NOK 2,990 ($290).
The distance between Alesund and Tromsø is around 1,262km (784 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 981km (610 miles)
It takes around 3h 45m to get from Alesund and Tromsø by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 24h 60m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Alesund to Tromsø is to fly which takes around 3h 45m and will set you back approx NOK 2,990 ($290).
The cheapest way to travel between Alesund and Tromsø, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around NOK 1,230 ($120) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Alesund and Tromsø. We recommend that you fly from Alesund (AES) to Tromso (TOS). instead which will take 3h 45m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Alesund and Tromsø. We recommend that you fly from Alesund (AES) to Tromso (TOS). instead which will take 3h 45m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Alesund and Tromsø. The ferry typically takes around 2 days 23h and departs once daily.
Hurtigruten run the ferry services between Alesund and Tromsø. Ferries run once daily and take around 2 days 23h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Alesund and Tromsø. Flights depart from Alesund (AES) and arrive at Tromso (TOS) - via Oslo (OSL). The flight takes around 2h 50m.
There is no direct flight from Alesund to Tromsø. There is however a flight that goes via Oslo (OSL). This services will take at least 3h 45m (not including layover time).
The flight from Alesund to Tromsø typically takes around 2h 50m. Flights depart from Alesund (AES) and and arrive into Tromso (TOS).
The closest major airport to Tromsø is Tromsø Airport (TOS) (TOS) which is approximately 4km (2 miles) from Tromsø. Bardufoss Airport (BDU) (BDU) and Sørkjosen Airport (SOJ) (SOJ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Alesund and Tromsø. The distance is around 1,822km (1,132 miles) by road and it will take around 24h 60m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Alesund to Tromsø is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 45m and will usually cost around NOK 2,990 ($290).
Compare travel optionsbetween Alesund and Tromsø
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 3h 45m | NOK 2,990($290) | hourly | 1,516km (942 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 5h 30m | NOK 3,435($335) | every 3 hours | 1,562km (970 miles) |
Ferry | 2 days 23h | NOK 6,660($650) | once daily | 1,349km (839 miles) |
Bus and Train + 2 similar | 24h 50m | NOK 2,430($235) | once a week | 1,341km (834 miles) |
| Bus to City Syd E6, train | 1 day 6h | NOK 1,230($120) | 6 times a week | 1,899km (1,180 miles) |
| Bus, Train and Ferry | 24h 15m | NOK 2,170($210) | 6 times a week | 1,262km (784 miles) |
Drive | 24h 60m | NOK 3,095($300) | on demand | 1,822km (1,132 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Alesund and Tromsø
Train operators
SJ Norge AS
Vy Norrtåg
Vy Nattåg
Ferry operators
Airlines
Widerøe
Norwegian Air Shuttle
Bus companies
Nordland fylkeskommune
The Arctic Route
Airports near Tromsø
The following major airports near Tromsø offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Norway and internationally.
Tromsø Airport (TOS)
- Distance
- 4km (2 miles) from Tromsø
Bardufoss Airport (BDU)
- Distance
- 68km (42 miles) from Tromsø
Sørkjosen Airport (SOJ)
- Distance
- 78km (48 miles) from Tromsø