How to travel from Lillehammer to Åndalsnes, Norway

The distance between Lillehammer and Åndalsnes is around 244km (152 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 3h 30m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Lillehammer to Åndalsnes by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train

Take the train to Åndalsnes stasjon.

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    NOK 565($55)
Operated by

SJ Norge AS

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Bus and Train

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

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    NOK 715($70)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Åndalsnes.

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Distance258km (161 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lillehammer and Åndalsnes

There are several options for getting from Lillehammer to Åndalsnes by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around NOK 565 ($55) and will take around 3h 30m.

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

It takes around 3h 30m to get from Lillehammer and Åndalsnes by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Lillehammer to Åndalsnes is to take the train which takes around 3h 30m and will set you back approx NOK 565 ($55).

The cheapest way to travel between Lillehammer and Åndalsnes, 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 Lillehammer and Åndalsnes. It typically takes around 3h 30m and departs 5 times a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Lillehammer and Åndalsnes with no changeovers required. The train runs 5 times a week and takes 3h 30m.

SJ Norge AS run train services between Lillehammer and Åndalsnes. Trains depart 5 times a week and will take around 3h 30m, 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 Lillehammer and Åndalsnes. We recommend that you take the train to Åndalsnes stasjon. instead which will take 3h 30m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Lillehammer to Åndalsnes. We recommend that you take the train to Åndalsnes stasjon. instead which will take 3h 30m.

The closest major airport to Åndalsnes is Molde Airport, Aro (MOL) (MOL) which is approximately 29km (18 miles) from Åndalsnes. Kristiansund Airport, Kvernberget (KSU) (KSU) 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 Lillehammer and Åndalsnes. The distance is around 258km (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 Lillehammer to Åndalsnes is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 30m and will usually cost around NOK 565 ($55).

How do I get from Lillehammer to Åndalsnes

Compare travel optionsbetween Lillehammer and Åndalsnes

Transport options from Lillehammer to Åndalsnes
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
3h 30m
NOK 565($55)
5 times a week244km (152 miles)
Bus and Train
4h 30m
NOK 715($70)
5 times a week253km (157 miles)
Drive
3h 45m
NOK 440($43)
on demand258km (161 miles)

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Airports near Åndalsnes

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

MOL
Molde Airport, Aro (MOL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
29km (18 miles) from Åndalsnes
KSU
Kristiansund Airport, Kvernberget (KSU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
61km (38 miles) from Åndalsnes
AES
Ålesund Vigra Airport (AES)
International Airport
Distance
80km (50 miles) from Åndalsnes