During the summer (June 15 - Aug 31) there are four buses Ålesund-Geiranger per day, Mo - Fr. They leave Ålesund/ arrive Geiranger as follows: 08.15/11.30; 11.45/14.40 (also Saturdays); 14.50/17.50 (also Saturdays); 17.20/20.20. The only bus on Sundays is 17.00/20.20. The return buses to Ålesund are at 07.10, 13.10, 16.20 and 18.10 arriving at Ålesund after about three hours .
Single fare should be around NOK 200
The information is also from Fjord1, but it is the timetables for the scheduled trips. Basically, most bus service in Norway (except some long-distance express services) is a publicly subsidized service, giving one company a monopoly on a given relation, with state set fares.
You should be able to find everything you need on the Fjord1 website...
Fjord1 English
Geiranger-Alesund Bus Schedule
It should be emphasised that although these are scheduled bus routes, they essentially duplicate the expensive Alesund/Geiranger tourist packages at a much lower price. You leave the bus at Hellesylt for an hour long cruise down the Geiranger fiord to the village of Geiranger & after exploring for an hour or so catch the homeward bus for the trip up the Eaglesroad for a marvellous view of the fiord (complete with photo stop) and then back over a different route to Alesund. Wonderful trip!
Source: http://www.flyertalk.com/
The best option for visiting Geiranger is from the city Alesund:
Alesund can be reached by flights and buses from both Oslo and Bergen, but it is along distance from both.
Here you will find information about how to get to Alesund:
Geiranger is a very small resort and the town is walkable. However, if you like to get some of the fantastic sceneries and views an organised excursion or renting a car are the best options. You will, of course, also get most of the fantastic scenery by going by boat from Alesund, but several sights like Dalsnibba, Flydalsjuvet and Ørneveien (Eagle Road) are all inland.
Hope this helps.
Agree with greek traveller, but if you want to break your journey betweenBergen and Geiranger,then you could cross the Sognefjord at Flam for Balestrand and the next day travel by bus /ferry to Geiranger.
If my memory serves me correct the travel time from Balestrand to Hellsylt is about 5 hours.But the ferry ride from Hellesylt to Geiranger is worth it.
The tourist office in Geiranger should provide you with hiking maps and any other information you might require.
When the wheather is good the hike to Skagefla mountain fram is one of the most scenic hikes in Fjord Norway.
In summer a bus travels to Dalsniba ,1500 Meters above the fjord ,once a day.
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It is indeed possible to travel to Geiranger without a car.
From Oslo:
1) In the summer, you can catch a bus from Oslo going to Stryn. As Stryn is situated about an hour from Geiranger you would have to change bus at a place called Langevatn (half an hour drive to Geiranger). I know there are some direct connections between these two routes, but you will have to get information about these from a tourist office (in Oslo). Be aware that Langevatn is "in the middle of nowhere", so you won't like to wait there in the middle of the day, and certainly not at night.
2) Take the train from Oslo to Åndalsnes (about 6 hours). In the summer you can go directly from Åndalsnes to Geiranger (about 2 hours). In the spring/autumn you would have to take a bus from Åndalsnes to Sjøholt (about 1 1/2 hours), and from there catch a bus to Geiranger (about 1 1/2 hours).
In the summer time this is the option I would prefer.
3) Fly to Ålesund, the nearest town. For tickets check sas.no. Then you can go via bus directly from Ålesund to Geiranger (all year, though not more than 2-3 departures a day) which would take aprox. 2 hours.
4) Take the bus from Oslo to Sjøholt (8 hours), and from there take the bus to Geiranger.
From Bergen:
1) From the 1st of May you can go with the Hurtigruten (coastal route via boat), from Bergen directly to Geiranger. Although I haven't done it myself, I think you would be highly pleased with this option as you'll get to see the coast, and you'll be "on first row" to see the fjords. Read more atwww.hurtigruten.no
2) Bus from Bergen to Ålesund (7 hours), and then bus from Ålesund to Geiranger (2 hours).
The trailheads are indeed in walking distance from the town, but beware that some of them are not for the untrained/unexperienced (there have been several casualties over the last years) - ask in the tourist office for information about safe trails.
Have a nice trip, and don't hesitate to ask more questions. I'm a local, so I should know what I'm talking about :)
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Timetable and info for roundtrip Ålesund-Geiranger-Ålesund by bus and ferry http://www.fjord1.no/en/default.asp?page=1579
Similar route can be done by car and ferry if you have your own vehicle
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Hi, I just did this route Alesund-Geiranger-Oslo last Tuesday through the following way, although I stayed 2 nights in Geiranger in order to have a full day to visit the various sites like Dalsnibba etc.
From Oslo, you can board a plane to Alesund. It is not that much expensive to fly compared to trains/bus/car. I flew by Norwegian Air... felt it was cheap fast and good. You can get cheap air tickets online if you book early:http://www.norwegian.com/en/
The flight to Alesund from Oslo is pretty scenic... in fact you can catch the aerial view of the Naeroyfjord, the vast Jostedalsbreen icecap and even Geiranger in good weather... I know I did, with beautiful photos. =)
From Alesund airport in Vigra, you can board the Flybussen airport bus to Alesund bus terminal (Rutebilstasjonen), which is in the city centre. The airport bus waits just outside the airport luggage belt area (you will not miss the bus stop) for 15-20 mins when the plane lands, so you will get on the bus all in good time. This does not require prior booking.
When you reach Alesund bus terminal, you can put your luggage in the lockers at the bus terminal. There is not much there to deserve a day's stay in my opinion. From the bus terminal, it is just a couple of minutes by foot to the art nouveau wharf houses. If you would like a nice viewpoint of Alesund, you can rent a cab to take you to Aksla... since with young kids hiking up might be a little tiring for them.
From Alesund bus terminal, you can board the “NOR-WAY Bussekspress” bus to Hellesylt. This also does not require prior booking. Here's the website for the bus timetable: …nor-way.no/nbeiis/…
From Hellesylt, you walk from the bus stop to the ferry dock to board the Fjord1 ferry to Geiranger. It's a very short walk, less than 300 metres away.
This ferry cruise basically brings you through the major sights in Geiranger from a fjord viewpoint like the "Seven Sisters" waterfall. Again no prior booking required. Here's the price and timetable:http://www.fjord1.no/en/default.asp?page=1573
I guess you will be staying overnight in Geiranger before travelling back to Oslo.
From Geiranger bus stop, you board the Fjord1 bus to Andalsnes. Here's the schedule: http://www.fjord1.no/en/default.asp?page=1578
Along the way, the bus driver makes 3 photo stops at Ørnevegen, Gudbrandsjuvet and Trollstigen for 10-15 mins.
From Andalsnes, you can take a scenic Rauma Railway ride to Dombas where you will catch your connecting train back to Oslo. You can buy your train tickets online here: http://www.nsb.no/home/. Buy the minipris tickets as they are much cheaper than normal priced tickets.
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Alternatively, you can just take the Fjord1 Golden Route from Oslo to Geiranger and back: Schedule is as shown in this website:www.fjord1.no/en/default.asp?page=1578. This is a very long bus ride and no prior booking is required as well.
Hope that helps.
Source: Tripadvisor.com
Itinerary
Day 1—ARRIVE OSLO
Arrival into Oslo the Norwegian Viking capital. Transfer on own to your hotel located by the Central Station.
Remainder of day free to visit landmarks and attractions such as the City Hall, the Viking Ship Museum, the Vigeland Sculpture Park and more.
Overnight at 4* HOTEL OPERA or similar. Meals: None
Arrival into Oslo the Norwegian Viking capital. Transfer on own to your hotel located by the Central Station.
Remainder of day free to visit landmarks and attractions such as the City Hall, the Viking Ship Museum, the Vigeland Sculpture Park and more.
Overnight at 4* HOTEL OPERA or similar. Meals: None
Day 2—OSLO - NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL TO FLÅM
After an early breakfast, transfer on your own to the Central Station. You are now embarking on an expanded version of the famous Norway in a Nutshell tour starting with an 8am or 10.30am 5 hour train ride towards Bergen, via the beautiful Hallingdal Valley to Myrdal. In Myrdal you will change trains to the spectacular Flåm Mountain Railroad, descending for 13 miles, from a height of 2600ft. to sea level, via 20 tunnels, scenic views and waterfalls before reaching the Flåm Village.
You will spend the night at the charming Fretheim Hotel or the Flåmsbrygga Hotel, both located next to the rail station. Evening at leisure.
Dinner and overnight at 3* FRETHEIM HOTEL or similar. Meals: D/B
After an early breakfast, transfer on your own to the Central Station. You are now embarking on an expanded version of the famous Norway in a Nutshell tour starting with an 8am or 10.30am 5 hour train ride towards Bergen, via the beautiful Hallingdal Valley to Myrdal. In Myrdal you will change trains to the spectacular Flåm Mountain Railroad, descending for 13 miles, from a height of 2600ft. to sea level, via 20 tunnels, scenic views and waterfalls before reaching the Flåm Village.
You will spend the night at the charming Fretheim Hotel or the Flåmsbrygga Hotel, both located next to the rail station. Evening at leisure.
Dinner and overnight at 3* FRETHEIM HOTEL or similar. Meals: D/B
Day 3—FLÅM - NUTSHELL to BERGEN
Enjoy your buffet breakfast as you look out over the scenic Aurlandsfjord. Flåm is a small fjord village but offers many options for activities including hiking and kayaking. You can either depart in the morning or mid-afternoon, on a 2 hour fjord cruise along the Aurlands and Næroeyfjords to Gudvangen. In Gudvangen you will connect to the scheduled bus to Voss. The bus travels for about 1.5 hours via the Stalheim Canyon and several impressive waterfalls from May through September. Rest of year the bus goes via a tunnel. Upon arrival in Voss you will connect to the Bergen train for a one hour plus ride to the Bergen Station. In Bergen transfer on your own to your hotel close to the harbor.
Overnight at 3* HOTEL AUGUSTIN or similar. Meals: B
Enjoy your buffet breakfast as you look out over the scenic Aurlandsfjord. Flåm is a small fjord village but offers many options for activities including hiking and kayaking. You can either depart in the morning or mid-afternoon, on a 2 hour fjord cruise along the Aurlands and Næroeyfjords to Gudvangen. In Gudvangen you will connect to the scheduled bus to Voss. The bus travels for about 1.5 hours via the Stalheim Canyon and several impressive waterfalls from May through September. Rest of year the bus goes via a tunnel. Upon arrival in Voss you will connect to the Bergen train for a one hour plus ride to the Bergen Station. In Bergen transfer on your own to your hotel close to the harbor.
Overnight at 3* HOTEL AUGUSTIN or similar. Meals: B
Day 4—BERGEN - HURTIGRUTEN COASTAL CRUISE
Scandinavian buffet breakfast at hotel. The day is free to explore Bergen city and harbor including the fish market, Bergen Aquarium and Old Bergen Museum. Evening transfer on own to the Hurtigruten Coastal Voyage (HCV) ship, sailing at 8pm, for a one night cruise to Ålesund.
Overnight onboard in standard outside cabin with private bath.
HURTIGRUTEN SHIP. Meals: B
Scandinavian buffet breakfast at hotel. The day is free to explore Bergen city and harbor including the fish market, Bergen Aquarium and Old Bergen Museum. Evening transfer on own to the Hurtigruten Coastal Voyage (HCV) ship, sailing at 8pm, for a one night cruise to Ålesund.
Overnight onboard in standard outside cabin with private bath.
HURTIGRUTEN SHIP. Meals: B
Day 5—HCV - GEIRANGERFJORD or HJORUNDFJORD CRUISE* - ÅLESUND
After short morning call in Ålesund, you stay on ship, full day sailing to Geirangerfjord (6/01-8/31 departures from Bergen) or Hjorundfjord (9/01-10/31 departures from Bergen) on HCV. Cruise ending back in Ålesund at 6.45PM. Disembark and spend the next 2 nights in Ålesund.
Overnight at 3* THON HOTEL ÅLESUND or similar. Meals: B
After short morning call in Ålesund, you stay on ship, full day sailing to Geirangerfjord (6/01-8/31 departures from Bergen) or Hjorundfjord (9/01-10/31 departures from Bergen) on HCV. Cruise ending back in Ålesund at 6.45PM. Disembark and spend the next 2 nights in Ålesund.
Overnight at 3* THON HOTEL ÅLESUND or similar. Meals: B
Day 6—ÅLESUND
Breakfast buffet at hotel. Full day to explore Ålesund on your own and take optional tours.
Overnight at 3* THON HOTEL ÅLESUND. Meals: B
Breakfast buffet at hotel. Full day to explore Ålesund on your own and take optional tours.
Overnight at 3* THON HOTEL ÅLESUND. Meals: B
Day 7—ÅLESUND to OSLO
Breakfast at hotel before morning or midday departure by scheduled coach for a 2-hour ride along beautiful fjords to Åndalsnes. Upon arrival board the spectacular Rauma Rail Line for a 90 minute journey to Dombås. Here you will connect to the express train bound for Oslo with early/late evening arrival. This 4-hour train trip will take you through the scenic Gulbrandsdals Valley and Lillehammer, site of the 1994 Winter Olympics, to Oslo. Option: last night can also be booked at Oslo Gardermoen Airport as train stops at airport station en-route. Let us know when booking if you want this option
Overnight at 4* HOTEL OPERA or similar. Meals: B.
Breakfast at hotel before morning or midday departure by scheduled coach for a 2-hour ride along beautiful fjords to Åndalsnes. Upon arrival board the spectacular Rauma Rail Line for a 90 minute journey to Dombås. Here you will connect to the express train bound for Oslo with early/late evening arrival. This 4-hour train trip will take you through the scenic Gulbrandsdals Valley and Lillehammer, site of the 1994 Winter Olympics, to Oslo. Option: last night can also be booked at Oslo Gardermoen Airport as train stops at airport station en-route. Let us know when booking if you want this option
Overnight at 4* HOTEL OPERA or similar. Meals: B.
Day 8 —OSLO DEPARTURE
After your final Scandinavian buffet breakfast, check out and transfer on own to Oslo train station or Airport.
Meals: B
After your final Scandinavian buffet breakfast, check out and transfer on own to Oslo train station or Airport.
Meals: B
Source: http://www.scandinaviantravel.com/tour/norwegia-jewels/
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