How to travel from Sognefjord to Bergen, Norway

The distance between Sognefjord and Bergen is around 143km (89 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 35m.

4 routes found

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

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

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Bus

Take the bus to Vinje and then to Bergen busstasjon.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    NOK 440($43)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Strandkaiterminalen båtkai.

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    NOK 820($80)
Operated by

Norled

💰 Cheapest
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Voss stasjon then take the train to Bergen.

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Departs6 times a week
  • Typical cost
    NOK 195($19)
Operated by

Multiple operators

🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Bergen.

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Distance166km (103 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Sognefjord and Bergen

There are several options for getting from Sognefjord to Bergen by bus, train, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around NOK 195 ($19) and will take around 2h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately NOK 285 ($28).

The distance between Sognefjord and Bergen is around 143km (89 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 146km (91 miles)

It takes around 2h 35m to get from Sognefjord and Bergen by bus and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Sognefjord to Bergen is to drive which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx NOK 285 ($28).

The cheapest way to travel between Sognefjord and Bergen, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around NOK 195 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Sognefjord and Bergen. We recommend that you drive to Bergen. instead which will take 2h 35m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Sognefjord and Bergen. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs 5 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Sognefjord to Bergen. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Vinje. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 3hrs.

Kringom and Nor-Way Bussekspress run regular bus services between Sognefjord and Bergen. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 3hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Sognefjord and Bergen. The ferry typically takes around 3h 35m and departs twice daily.

Norled run the ferry services between Sognefjord and Bergen. Ferries run twice daily and take around 3h 35m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Sognefjord to Bergen. We recommend that you take the bus to Voss stasjon then take the train to Bergen. instead which will take 2h 35m.

The closest major airport to Bergen is Bergen Airport (BGO) (BGO) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Bergen. Stord Airport (SRP) (SRP) and Bringeland Airport (FDE) (FDE) 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 Sognefjord and Bergen. The distance is around 166km (103 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Sognefjord to Bergen is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 2h 35m and will usually cost around NOK 195 ($19).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Sognefjord and Bergen

Transport options from Sognefjord to Bergen
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
3hrs
NOK 440($43)
5 times a week175km (109 miles)
Ferry
3h 35m
NOK 820($80)
twice daily178km (110 miles)
Bus and Train
2h 35m
NOK 195($19)
6 times a week143km (89 miles)
Drive
2h 35m
NOK 285($28)
on demand166km (103 miles)

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Airports near Bergen

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

BGO
Bergen Airport (BGO)
International Airport
Distance
13km (8 miles) from Bergen
SRP
Stord Airport (SRP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
63km (39 miles) from Bergen
FDE
Bringeland Airport (FDE)
Domestic Airport
Distance
113km (70 miles) from Bergen