Bergen Airport Flesland is 20 km south of Bergen city centre. Norway is an expensive country, but the Bybanen light rail keeps the airport journey affordable.
Price comparison
| Transport | Price (NOK) | Price (EUR) | Time | Best For | |-----------|------------|------------|------|----------| | Bybanen light rail | NOK 42 | EUR 3.60 | 45 min | Budget, solo, light luggage | | Taxi (day) | NOK 450-600 | EUR 39-52 | 25-35 min | Groups, heavy luggage | | Taxi (night/weekend) | NOK 550-700 | EUR 48-61 | 25-35 min | Late arrivals | | Pre-booked sedan | NOK 500-700 | EUR 43-61 | 25-35 min | Fixed price, families | | Pre-booked minivan | NOK 700-1000 | EUR 61-87 | 25-35 min | Large groups |
Destinations beyond Bergen centre
| Destination | Taxi (NOK) | Taxi (EUR) | Notes | |-------------|-----------|-----------|-------| | Bryggen / Fiskemarkedet | NOK 450-600 | EUR 39-52 | City centre | | Nordnes | NOK 500-650 | EUR 43-57 | West of centre | | Sandviken | NOK 500-650 | EUR 43-57 | North of centre | | Cruise terminal (Skolten) | NOK 500-650 | EUR 43-57 | Near Bryggen | | Voss | NOK 1,800-2,200 | EUR 157-191 | 90 min drive | | Hardanger (Norheimsund) | NOK 1,500-1,900 | EUR 130-165 | 70 min drive |
Saving money on transport
The Bybanen is dramatically cheaper than any other option. If you are on a budget, it is the clear choice. A few tips:
- Buy a day pass on the Skyss app if you plan to use public transport again the same day. It costs about NOK 105 / EUR 9 and covers all zones.
- Travel in groups makes taxis more competitive. A taxi shared among 3-4 people works out to NOK 115-150 / EUR 10-13 per person, comparable to the light rail.
- Avoid night tariffs if possible. Taxi rates jump after 5 PM on weekdays and all weekend. The difference can be NOK 100-150 / EUR 9-13 more.
Payment methods
Norway is nearly cashless. Credit and debit cards are accepted everywhere: taxis, ticket machines, shops, even the smallest kiosk. You do not need to carry Norwegian kroner in cash. The Skyss app for Bybanen tickets also accepts card payment.