How to travel from Åndalsnes to Lillehammer, Norway

The distance between Åndalsnes and Lillehammer is around 244km (152 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 3h 20m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Åndalsnes to Lillehammer by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out LillehammerÅndalsnes if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Lillehammer stasjon.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    NOK 565($55)
Operated by

SJ Norge AS

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Bus, Plane and Train

Take the bus to Molde lufthavn Årø then fly from Molde (MOL) to Oslo (OSL) then take the train to Lillehammer stasjon.

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    NOK 1,115($110)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Otta stasjon then take the bus to Lillehammer skysstasjon.

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    NOK 715($70)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Lillehammer.

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Distance259km (161 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Åndalsnes and Lillehammer

There are several options for getting from Åndalsnes to Lillehammer by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around NOK 565 ($55) and will take around 3h 20m.

The distance between Åndalsnes and Lillehammer is around 244km (152 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 215km (133 miles)

It takes around 3h 20m to get from Åndalsnes and Lillehammer by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Åndalsnes to Lillehammer is to take the train which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx NOK 565 ($55).

The cheapest way to travel between Åndalsnes and Lillehammer, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around NOK 565 ($55) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Åndalsnes and Lillehammer. It typically takes around 3h 20m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Åndalsnes and Lillehammer with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 3h 20m.

SJ Norge AS run train services between Åndalsnes and Lillehammer. Trains depart once daily and will take around 3h 20m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Åndalsnes and Lillehammer. We recommend that you take the train to Lillehammer stasjon. instead which will take 3h 20m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Åndalsnes to Lillehammer. We recommend that you take the bus to Molde lufthavn Årø then fly from Molde (MOL) to Oslo (OSL) then take the train to Lillehammer stasjon. instead which will take 3h 55m.

The closest major airport to Lillehammer is Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) (OSL) which is approximately 111km (69 miles) from Lillehammer. Roros Airport (RRS) (RRS) and Sogndal Airport (SOG) (SOG) 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 Lillehammer. The distance is around 259km (161 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Åndalsnes to Lillehammer is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around NOK 565 ($55).

How do I get from Åndalsnes to Lillehammer

Compare travel optionsbetween Åndalsnes and Lillehammer

Transport options from Åndalsnes to Lillehammer
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
3h 20m
NOK 565($55)
once daily244km (152 miles)
Bus, Plane and Train
3h 55m
NOK 1,115($110)
twice daily526km (327 miles)
Train and Bus
4h 20m
NOK 715($70)
once daily255km (158 miles)
Drive
3h 45m
NOK 440($43)
on demand259km (161 miles)

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Airports near Lillehammer

The following major airports near Lillehammer offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Norway and internationally.

OSL
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
International Airport
Distance
111km (69 miles) from Lillehammer
RRS
Roros Airport (RRS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
168km (104 miles) from Lillehammer
SOG
Sogndal Airport (SOG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
177km (110 miles) from Lillehammer