I think it was around zero degrees when I was there in March. I plan to get a night train from to , arriving time is about 9. The Hurtigruten can be booked on a port-to-port basis make sure to book as far in advance as possible. If yes, what precautions should I take? In any case, if you are saving your money, you should also consider these options. Bodø is the northernmost stop on the Norwegian train network, therefore it's possible to take the train from Oslo or Bergen to Bodø and connect by passenger ferry to Lofoten. You can read more about. Near the Lofoten Islands, there are several airports, where it will be easy to flights from Oslo to Lofoten.
Ferry to Lofoten Islands How much does a ferry trip from Bodø to Moskenes cost? Lødingen is a couple hours east of Lofoten, so take this into account if necessary. Info on Norwegian Auto Pass: Train There is no train connection to Lofoten. If you rent a car, you should be careful on the road. Bodø â SvolvĂŚr: Operated by Torghatten Nord. If you are worried about the ferry getting cancelled, why plan the ferry at all? Our ferry out of was an hour late - or as the Norwegians formally state on their departure boards 'new time is'. I have nothing to do with firm Rentacar-Lofoten with any advertising contracts, but very often I see cars with their sticker. Our journey there was on the longer side and made me quite queasy consider bringing medicine with you if you get seasick! And finish it in Moskenes.
But then we looked at a map and decided to breeze through Lofoten in a few hours, because that makes more sense. There are by car ferry or drive by road E10. Also, there is a helicopter between Bodø and VÌrøy. The train ends at Narvik if coming from Sweden and the east. There are also trains running from Oslo to Bodø with a connection in Trondheim and Fauska. There are no convenient options with public transport.
But the best part about staying at Hattvika Lodge was its amazing owners. But it was the best day. You can get to Moskenes from Bodø by ferry. Bodø: Train station is located on Jernbahnveien, about 300 meters from the ferry terminal building. Taking into account the 3 hours ferry, I doubt it.
This is an exclusive map of Lofoten Islands that I created especially for you. Travelers with their own means of transport pay mainly for the size of their vehicle. I share some useful tips on choosing the best way to get there. If traveling with a car in summer, then it is highly recommended to make a reservation, as the boats typically run near or at capacity, especially during the day, and no reservation can result in waiting for a later departure. And if this is your first time using Airbnb you can get a discount by The perfect Lofoten road trip itinerary And now the most important part: where you should go in Lofoten! But the half day I spent driving through Lofoten was a good reminder that sometimes a short trip can be totally worth it! It is unusual for a ferry, but I suppose it is due to transport regulations. If walking from the airport, it is a distance of roughly 2. It is convenient if you plan to continue your.
But the distance to Lofoten is too great. Do you recommend renting a car? There are no additional fees for luggage. Be attentive and see the bus schedule. We stayed at Eliassen Rorbuer, in one of those little red cabins! The connection by bus is not always convenient, making this airport more suitable for those planning to rent from the major car rental agencies: Avis, Hertz, Budget, Etc. Ferries From Bodø In Bodø, the Hurtigruten and Bodø-Moskenes ferry share the same terminal building and waiting room â See map below. And of course, December to mid-February is going to be really dark, which makes it difficult to explore the islands. Car rental will be more expensive.
Thanks for posting about your trip here. So a Lofoten road trip it was! The main considerations you want to make are: your arrival time, frequency of departures, distance to ferry, distance to destination on arrival, price, and length of sailing for bad weather. Um, sorry to be annoying, but I actually think that the perfect Lofoten road trip itinerary is no itinerary. Traveling north through Norway, the road will split at Fauske, where you will have the option of driving west to Bodø or continuing north to Bognes or Skutvik. If you live in Kiel, just heading across to Denmark, then up Sweden is probably the quickest way. This is also the most expensive ferry. Save it in your Google maps! You can and I have a video of the eagles here: Driving safely in Lofoten And finally, not to be a total mom, but can I just say a few things about safety in Lofoten? As you cross the arctic circle and near Lofoten, you will have several more options for reaching the Islands.
Go to a hotel in Bodø and take the first out the next morning. How long was your stay in Lofoten? These guys remake ordinary cars in campers, which can perfectly satisfy your taste. To fly by plane to Kiruna is often much cheaper than to fly to any airport in Lofoten. If you have a while on the islands I would also mix it up a bit, so you can explore different areas of Lofoten. How to get to Lofoten Islands depends on what you will travel.