How to travel from Kirkenes to Sognefjord, Norway
The distance between Kirkenes and Sognefjord is around 1,693km (1,052 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 5hrs.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Kirkenes to Sognefjord by plane, train, bus, ferry, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Sognefjord → Kirkenes if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Ferry
Fly from Kirkenes (KKN) to Sogndal (SOG) then take a ferry to Vik kai.
- Duration5hrs
- Flight time3hrs
- Typical costNOK 3,165($310)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry, Bus and Train
Take a ferry to Tromsø Hurtigrutekai then take the bus to Bromsgård then take the train to Stockholm Centralstation then Oslo S and then to Voss then take the bus to Flatbygdi skule.
- Duration2 days 22h
- Departs5 times a week
- Typical costNOK 5,105($500)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kirkenes and Sognefjord
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kirkenes to Sognefjord by plane, train, bus, ferry, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to fly, then take the train and then take the bus which costs around NOK 2,920 ($285) and will take around 9h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take a ferry and arrive in approximately 5hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately NOK 3,165 ($310).
The distance between Kirkenes and Sognefjord is around 1,693km (1,052 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,393km (865 miles)
It takes around 6h 45m to get from Kirkenes and Sognefjord by plane, train and bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 5h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Kirkenes to Sognefjord is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 5hrs and will set you back approx NOK 3,165 ($310).
The cheapest way to travel between Kirkenes and Sognefjord, if you exclude driving, is to fly, then take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around NOK 2,920 ($285) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Kirkenes and Sognefjord. We recommend that you fly from Kirkenes (KKN) to Sogndal (SOG) then take a ferry to Vik kai. instead which will take 5hrs.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kirkenes and Sognefjord. We recommend that you fly from Kirkenes (KKN) to Sogndal (SOG) then take a ferry to Vik kai. instead which will take 5hrs.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kirkenes to Sognefjord. We recommend that you fly from Kirkenes (KKN) to Bergen (BGO) then take the train to Voss then take the bus to Flatbygdi skule. instead which will take 6h 45m.
The closest major airport to Sognefjord is Sogndal Airport (SOG) (SOG) which is approximately 16km (10 miles) from Sognefjord. Bergen Airport (BGO) (BGO) and Ålesund Vigra Airport (AES) (AES) 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 Kirkenes and Sognefjord. The distance is around 2,180km (1,355 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 5h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kirkenes to Sognefjord is to fly, then take the train and then take the bus which takes, on average, 6h 45m and will usually cost around NOK 4,130 ($405).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kirkenes and Sognefjord
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Ferry + 2 similar | 5hrs | NOK 3,165($310) | once daily | 1,693km (1,052 miles) |
| Plane, Train and Bus | 6h 45m | NOK 4,130($405) | 5 times a week | 1,861km (1,157 miles) |
| Fly to Oslo (OSL), train and bus | 9h 40m | NOK 2,920($285) | 5 times a week | 1,849km (1,149 miles) |
Ferry, Bus and Train + 1 similar | 2 days 22h | NOK 5,105($500) | 5 times a week | 3,306km (2,054 miles) |
| Bus, Ferry, Train and Taxi | 2 days 23h | NOK 7,665($750) | 5 times a week | 2,527km (1,570 miles) |
Drive | 1 day 5h | NOK 3,700($360) | on demand | 2,180km (1,355 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kirkenes and Sognefjord
Train operators
Flytoget
SJ Norge AS
Vy Nattåg
Ferry operators
Norled
Airlines
Widerøe
Norwegian Air Shuttle
Bus companies
Kringom
Nor-Way Bussekspress
Troms Fylkestrafikk
Airports near Sognefjord
The following major airports near Sognefjord offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Norway and internationally.
Sogndal Airport (SOG)
- Distance
- 16km (10 miles) from Sognefjord
Bergen Airport (BGO)
- Distance
- 158km (98 miles) from Sognefjord
Ålesund Vigra Airport (AES)
- Distance
- 159km (99 miles) from Sognefjord