How to travel from Sognefjord to Sandefjord, Norway
The distance between Sognefjord and Sandefjord is around 439km (273 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 3h 15m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Sognefjord to Sandefjord by bus, train, ferry, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Sandefjord → Sognefjord if you're planning a return trip.
Ferry and Plane
Take a ferry to Sogndal kai then fly from Sogndal (SOG) to Oslo Sandefjord (TRF).
- Duration3h 15m
- Flight time1h 25m
- Typical costNOK 2,450($240)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Bus
Take the bus to Sogndal skysstasjon then Lysaker stasjon and then to Sandefjord lufthavn Torp.
- Duration9h 10m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costNOK 810($79)
Multiple bus operators
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Voss stasjon then take the train to Drammen stasjon and then to Sandefjord stasjon.
- Duration7h 10m
- Departs6 times a week
- Typical costNOK 605($59)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Sognefjord and Sandefjord
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Sognefjord to Sandefjord by bus, train, ferry, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around NOK 605 ($59) and will take around 7h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry and then fly and arrive in approximately 3h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately NOK 2,450 ($240).
The distance between Sognefjord and Sandefjord is around 439km (273 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 291km (181 miles)
It takes around 7h 10m to get from Sognefjord and Sandefjord by bus and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 6h 50m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Sognefjord to Sandefjord is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 3h 15m and will set you back approx NOK 2,450 ($240).
The cheapest way to travel between Sognefjord and Sandefjord, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around NOK 605 ($59) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Sognefjord and Sandefjord. We recommend that you take a ferry to Sogndal kai then fly from Sogndal (SOG) to Oslo Sandefjord (TRF). instead which will take 3h 15m.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Sognefjord and Sandefjord. It typically takes around 9h 10m and departs twice daily.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Sognefjord to Sandefjord. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Sogndal skysstasjon, Lysaker stasjon, Sandefjord lufthavn Torp and Torp stasjon. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 9h 10m.
SKYSS, Vy Buss and Vaernes Ekspressen run regular bus services between Sognefjord and Sandefjord. Buses run twice daily and take around 9h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Sognefjord to Sandefjord. We recommend that you take the bus to Voss stasjon then take the train to Bergen stasjon then fly from Bergen (BGO) to Oslo Sandefjord (TRF). instead which will take 4h 15m.
The closest major airport to Sandefjord is Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) (TRF) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Sandefjord. 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
Yes it is possible to drive from Sognefjord and Sandefjord. The distance is around 471km (293 miles) by road and it will take around 6h 50m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Sognefjord to Sandefjord is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 7h 10m and will usually cost around NOK 605 ($59).
Compare travel optionsbetween Sognefjord and Sandefjord
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry and Plane + 3 similar | 3h 15m | NOK 2,450($240) | once daily | 525km (326 miles) |
| Bus, Train and Plane | 4h 15m | NOK 1,455($140) | 6 times a week | 468km (291 miles) |
| Ferry to Nordeide kai, plane and train | 4h 35m | NOK 1,990($195) | once daily | 563km (350 miles) |
| Ferry, Plane and Train | 4h 35m | NOK 1,525($150) | once daily | 474km (295 miles) |
Bus | 9h 10m | NOK 810($79) | twice daily | 479km (298 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 7h 10m | NOK 605($59) | 6 times a week | 463km (288 miles) |
| Ferry and Train | 8h 10m | NOK 900($88) | 3 times a week | 439km (273 miles) |
Drive | 6h 50m | NOK 1,045($100) | on demand | 471km (293 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Sognefjord and Sandefjord
Bus companies
SKYSS
Vy Buss
Vaernes Ekspressen
Airports near Sandefjord
The following major airports near Sandefjord offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Norway and internationally.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
- Distance
- 11km (7 miles) from Sandefjord
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
- Distance
- 132km (82 miles) from Sandefjord
Kristiansand Airport (KRS)
- Distance
- 161km (100 miles) from Sandefjord