How to travel from Haugesund to Svalbard, Norway
The distance between Haugesund and Svalbard is around 2,376km (1,477 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 40m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Haugesund to Svalbard by plane and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Svalbard → Haugesund if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Haugesund (HAU) to Longyearbyen (LYR).
- Duration4h 40m
- Flight time3h 45m
- Typical costNOK 7,345($715)
+ 1 othersBus and Plane
Take the bus to Stavanger bussterminal then fly from Stavanger (SVG) to Longyearbyen (LYR).
- Duration6h 55m
- Flight time3h 50m
- Typical costNOK 6,025($590)
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Bus to Nesttun terminal, Fly
Take the bus to Nesttun terminal then fly from Bergen (BGO) to Longyearbyen (LYR).
- Duration7h 35m
- Flight time3h 50m
- Typical costNOK 3,730($365)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Haugesund and Svalbard
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Haugesund to Svalbard by plane and bus. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then fly which costs around NOK 3,730 ($365) and will take around 7h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately NOK 7,345 ($715).
The distance between Haugesund and Svalbard is around 2,376km (1,477 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,120km (1,317 miles)
It takes around 4h 40m to get from Haugesund and Svalbard by plane.
The quickest way to get from Haugesund to Svalbard is to fly which takes around 4h 40m and will set you back approx NOK 7,345 ($715).
The cheapest way to travel between Haugesund and Svalbard is to take the bus and then fly which will typically cost around NOK 3,730 ($365) for a standard one-way ticket.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Haugesund and Svalbard. Flights depart from Haugesund (HAU) and arrive at Longyearbyen (LYR) - via Oslo (OSL). The flight takes around 3h 45m.
There is no direct flight from Haugesund to Svalbard. There is however a flight that goes via Oslo (OSL). This services will take at least 4h 40m (not including layover time).
The flight from Haugesund to Svalbard typically takes around 3h 45m. Flights depart from Haugesund (HAU) and and arrive into Longyearbyen (LYR).
The closest major airport to Svalbard is Valan Airport (HVG) (HVG) which is approximately 855km (531 miles) from Svalbard. Hammerfest Airport (HFT) (HFT) and Tromsø Airport (TOS) (TOS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Haugesund to Svalbard is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 40m and will usually cost around NOK 7,345 ($715).
Compare travel optionsbetween Haugesund and Svalbard
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 4h 40m | NOK 7,345($715) | twice daily | 2,376km (1,477 miles) |
Bus and Plane | 6h 55m | NOK 6,025($590) | every 4 hours | 2,463km (1,530 miles) |
Bus to Nesttun terminal, Fly | 7h 35m | NOK 3,730($365) | every 4 hours | 2,484km (1,544 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Haugesund and Svalbard
Airlines
Norwegian Air Shuttle
Flyr
Widerøe
Bus companies
Nor-Way Bussekspress
Airports near Svalbard
The following major airports near Svalbard offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Norway and internationally.
Valan Airport (HVG)
- Distance
- 855km (531 miles) from Svalbard
Hammerfest Airport (HFT)
- Distance
- 870km (540 miles) from Svalbard
Tromsø Airport (TOS)
- Distance
- 954km (593 miles) from Svalbard