How to travel from Åndalsnes to Kirkenes, Norway
The distance between Åndalsnes and Kirkenes is around 1,789km (1,112 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus and then fly which takes around 4h 50m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Åndalsnes to Kirkenes by bus, plane, 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 Kirkenes → Åndalsnes if you're planning a return trip.
Bus and Plane
Take the bus to Molde lufthavn Årø then fly from Molde (MOL) to Kirkenes (KKN).
- Duration4h 50m
- Flight time3hrs
- Typical costNOK 3,995($390)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Bus, Train and Ferry
Take the bus to Molde trafikkterminal and then to Trondheim S then take the train to Bodø then take a ferry to Hammerfest Hurtigrutekai then take the bus to AMFI Kirkenes.
- Duration2 days 16h
- Departs6 times a week
- Typical costNOK 6,290($615)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Åndalsnes and Kirkenes
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Åndalsnes to Kirkenes by bus, plane, train, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then fly which costs around NOK 2,930 ($285) and will take around 6h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the bus and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately NOK 3,995 ($390).
The distance between Åndalsnes and Kirkenes is around 1,789km (1,112 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,270km (789 miles)
It takes around 4h 50m to get from Åndalsnes and Kirkenes by bus and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 1h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Åndalsnes to Kirkenes is to take the bus and then fly which takes around 4h 50m and will set you back approx NOK 3,995 ($390).
The cheapest way to travel between Åndalsnes and Kirkenes, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then fly which will typically cost around NOK 2,930 ($285) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Åndalsnes and Kirkenes. We recommend that you take the bus to Molde lufthavn Årø then fly from Molde (MOL) to Kirkenes (KKN). instead which will take 4h 50m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Åndalsnes and Kirkenes. We recommend that you take the bus to Molde lufthavn Årø then fly from Molde (MOL) to Kirkenes (KKN). instead which will take 4h 50m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Åndalsnes to Kirkenes. We recommend that you take the bus to Molde lufthavn Årø then fly from Molde (MOL) to Kirkenes (KKN). instead which will take 4h 50m.
The closest major airport to Kirkenes is Kirkenes Airport, Hoeybuktmoen (KKN) (KKN) which is approximately 6km (4 miles) from Kirkenes. Vadso Airport (VDS) (VDS) and Tromsø Airport (TOS) (TOS) 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 Åndalsnes and Kirkenes. The distance is around 1,954km (1,214 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 1h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Åndalsnes to Kirkenes is to take the bus and then fly which takes, on average, 4h 50m and will usually cost around NOK 3,995 ($390).
Compare travel optionsbetween Åndalsnes and Kirkenes
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus and Plane + 2 similar | 4h 50m | NOK 3,995($390) | twice daily | 1,789km (1,112 miles) |
| Bus to Ålesund rådhus, Fly | 6h 30m | NOK 4,490($440) | every 20 mins | 1,894km (1,177 miles) |
| Bus to Molde trafikkterminal, plane | 6h 35m | NOK 2,930($285) | 4 times a day | 1,880km (1,168 miles) |
Bus, Train and Ferry + 1 similar | 2 days 16h | NOK 6,290($615) | 6 times a week | 2,075km (1,289 miles) |
| Train, Ferry and Bus | 2 days 19h | NOK 7,120($695) | 6 times a week | 2,440km (1,516 miles) |
Drive | 1 day 1h | NOK 3,320($325) | on demand | 1,954km (1,214 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Åndalsnes and Kirkenes
Airlines
Norwegian Air Shuttle
Widerøe
Ferry operators
Train operators
SJ Norge AS
Bus companies
Trafikanten Møre og Romsdal
Airports near Kirkenes
The following major airports near Kirkenes offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Norway and internationally.
Kirkenes Airport, Hoeybuktmoen (KKN)
- Distance
- 6km (4 miles) from Kirkenes
Vadso Airport (VDS)
- Distance
- 38km (24 miles) from Kirkenes
Tromsø Airport (TOS)
- Distance
- 429km (267 miles) from Kirkenes