How to travel from Nordkapp to Skien, Norway
The distance between Nordkapp and Skien is around 1,639km (1,019 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 4h 50m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Nordkapp to Skien by plane, train, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Skien → Nordkapp if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Honningsvag (HVG) to Oslo Sandefjord (TRF) then take the train to Skien stasjon.
- Duration4h 50m
- Flight time4hrs
- Typical costNOK 4,755($465)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Bodø Hurtigrutekai then take the train to Trondheim S then Oslo lufthavn stasjon and then to Skien stasjon.
- Duration2 days 15h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costNOK 5,585($545)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Bodø Hurtigrutekai then take the bus to Trondheim S, Harpefoss skule then Oslo bussterminal and then to Skjelsvik knutepunkt.
- Duration2 days 17h
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical costNOK 4,865($475)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nordkapp and Skien
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Nordkapp to Skien by plane, train, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry, then take the bus and then take the train which costs around NOK 2,745 ($270) and will take around 1 day 23h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 4h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately NOK 4,755 ($465).
The distance between Nordkapp and Skien is around 1,639km (1,019 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,514km (941 miles)
It takes around 4h 50m to get from Nordkapp and Skien by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Nordkapp to Skien is to fly and then take the train which takes around 4h 50m and will set you back approx NOK 4,755 ($465).
The cheapest way to travel between Nordkapp and Skien is to take a ferry, then take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around NOK 2,745 ($270) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Nordkapp and Skien. We recommend that you fly from Honningsvag (HVG) to Oslo Sandefjord (TRF) then take the train to Skien stasjon. instead which will take 4h 50m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Nordkapp and Skien. We recommend that you fly from Honningsvag (HVG) to Oslo Sandefjord (TRF) then take the train to Skien stasjon. instead which will take 4h 50m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Nordkapp to Skien. We recommend that you fly from Honningsvag (HVG) to Oslo Sandefjord (TRF) then take the train to Skien stasjon. instead which will take 4h 50m.
The closest major airport to Skien is Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) (TRF) which is approximately 42km (26 miles) from Skien. Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) (OSL) and Kristiansand Airport (KRS) (KRS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Nordkapp to Skien. We recommend that you fly from Honningsvag (HVG) to Oslo Sandefjord (TRF) then take the train to Skien stasjon. instead which will take 4h 50m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nordkapp to Skien is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 4h 50m and will usually cost around NOK 4,755 ($465).
Compare travel optionsbetween Nordkapp and Skien
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 1 similar | 4h 50m | NOK 4,755($465) | hourly | 1,894km (1,177 miles) |
| Fly to Oslo (OSL), Train | 5h 40m | NOK 3,175($310) | hourly | 1,639km (1,019 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 1 similar | 2 days 15h | NOK 5,585($545) | once daily | 2,052km (1,275 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Train | 1 day 23h | NOK 2,745($270) | 6 times a week | 2,702km (1,679 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 2 days 17h | NOK 4,865($475) | 4 times a week | 2,256km (1,402 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Nordkapp and Skien
Train operators
Vy Nattåg
Sj Nord
Ferry operators
Airlines
Widerøe
Flyr
Bus companies
Troms Fylkestrafikk
Nor-Way Bussekspress
Vaernes Ekspressen
Airports near Skien
The following major airports near Skien offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Norway and internationally.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
- Distance
- 42km (26 miles) from Skien
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
- Distance
- 136km (84 miles) from Skien
Kristiansand Airport (KRS)
- Distance
- 145km (90 miles) from Skien