How to travel from Svalbard to Alesund, Norway
The distance between Svalbard and Alesund is around 2,402km (1,492 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 50m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Svalbard to Alesund by plane and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Alesund → Svalbard if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Longyearbyen (LYR) to Alesund (AES).
- Duration4h 50m
- Flight time3h 50m
- Typical costNOK 3,400($330)
+ 1 othersPlane and Bus
Fly from Longyearbyen (LYR) to Kristiansund (KSU) then take the bus to Ålesund rådhus.
- Duration8h 20m
- Flight time3h 50m
- Typical costNOK 4,220($410)
Multiple operators
Fly to Molde (MOL), Bus
Fly from Longyearbyen (LYR) to Molde (MOL) then take the bus to Kiperviktorget E136.
- Duration6h 40m
- Flight time3h 50m
- Typical costNOK 3,995($390)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Svalbard and Alesund
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Svalbard to Alesund by plane and bus. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around NOK 3,400 ($330) and will take around 4h 50m.
The distance between Svalbard and Alesund is around 2,402km (1,492 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,781km (1,107 miles)
It takes around 4h 50m to get from Svalbard and Alesund by plane.
The quickest way to get from Svalbard to Alesund is to fly which takes around 4h 50m and will set you back approx NOK 3,400 ($330).
The cheapest way to travel between Svalbard and Alesund is to fly which will typically cost around NOK 3,400 ($330) for a standard one-way ticket.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Svalbard and Alesund. Flights depart from Longyearbyen (LYR) and arrive at Alesund (AES) - via Oslo (OSL). The flight takes around 3h 50m.
There is no direct flight from Svalbard to Alesund. There is however a flight that goes via Oslo (OSL). This services will take at least 4h 50m (not including layover time).
The flight from Svalbard to Alesund typically takes around 3h 50m. Flights depart from Longyearbyen (LYR) and and arrive into Alesund (AES).
The closest major airport to Alesund is Ålesund Vigra Airport (AES) (AES) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Alesund. Ørsta–Volda Airport (HOV) (HOV) and Molde Airport, Aro (MOL) (MOL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Svalbard to Alesund is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 50m and will usually cost around NOK 3,400 ($330).
Compare travel optionsbetween Svalbard and Alesund
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 4h 50m | NOK 3,400($330) | hourly | 2,402km (1,492 miles) |
Plane and Bus | 8h 20m | NOK 4,220($410) | every 2 hours | 2,557km (1,589 miles) |
Fly to Molde (MOL), Bus | 6h 40m | NOK 3,995($390) | every 3 hours | 2,462km (1,530 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Svalbard and Alesund
Airlines
Norwegian Air Shuttle
Airports near Alesund
The following major airports near Alesund offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Norway and internationally.
Ålesund Vigra Airport (AES)
- Distance
- 10km (6 miles) from Alesund
Ørsta–Volda Airport (HOV)
- Distance
- 33km (20 miles) from Alesund
Molde Airport, Aro (MOL)
- Distance
- 64km (40 miles) from Alesund