You have just landed at Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL). You are tired, you have luggage, and you just want to get to your hotel.

As you walk out of customs, you will be bombarded with orange signs and sleek advertisements for the Flytoget (Airport Express Train).

Don't buy a ticket just yet. There is another train on the exact same track that takes the same time, but costs half the price.

Here is the complete breakdown of how to get from the airport to Oslo, ranked from "Smartest" to "Most Expensive"

Vy - Regional Trains

Insider choice
124 NOK
23 minutes

This is what many locals use. The Vy trains are the regular public commuter trains. They run on the same high-speed tracks as the Airport Express train.

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  • Price: 134 NOK per adult (2026), half the price of the AirPort Express train.
  • Speed: It takes 20-23 minutes to reach Oslo Central Station (Oslo S).
  • Comfort: The trains are modern, clean, and have WiFi.
  • Connection with public transport in Oslo: Your Vy ticket is also valid for connections with all modes of public transport within Oslo. No additional ticket needed if you need to connect with the Metro, tram or bus to get to your hotel.
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  • Because these are commuter trains, they can be crowded during rush hour (07:30–09:00 and 15:30–17:00). If you are traveling with four huge suitcases and a stroller during these times, you might find it stressful.
  • Not as frequent as the Airport Express trains.

How to buy a ticket

  • Do not use the orange "Flytoget" machines. Look for the green "Vy" or "Entur" machines.
  • Download the Vy app. You can buy the ticket on your phone while walking to the platform.

Route Numbers: Look for lines R12, RE10, or RE11.

Flytoget (Airport Express Train)

The premium choice
268 NOK
23 minutes

Flytoget is the Airport Express train. It departs from the same station as Vy but uses different platforms and takes the same amount of time.

Normally you should skip it, but there are some exceptions:

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  • You are in a rush: They run every 10 minutes (Vy approximately every 20).
  • Travel Guarantee: Only a consideration when going to the airport. If Flytoget is more than 30 minutes late, they cover the cost of your missed flight.
  • Student/Youth Discount: If you are under 21 or a student (up to 31 years old), you get 50% off. This makes the price similar to a full-price Vy ticket.
  • You're travelling during rush hours and do not want to be standing crammed on a commuter train.

Flybussen (Airport Bus)

229-269 NOK
50-60 minutes

The train ends at the Central Station. If your hotel is on the other side of town, you still have to take a taxi or connect with Metro, tram or buses. Flybussen takes longer but drops you right outside some hotels.

Major Routes

  • Line FB5 (City Center): Stops near Radisson Blu Scandinavia, Hotel Bristol, and Grand Hotel.
  • Line FB1 (Majorstuen): Best if you are staying in the West End (Frogner/Majorstuen).
  • Line FB3 (Radiumhospitalet): Covers the ring road and northern suburbs.

Check with their information counter if they have a stop near your hotel.

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  • Drives to areas of the city not covered by the trains, potentially saving connection time
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  • Quite expensive and slow, the buses have a lot of stops to pick up/drop off passengers

Taxi

Door-to-door
+/- 1000 NOK
35-45 minutes
The Taxi Market is Deregulated. In Norway, taxi drivers can charge whatever they want. If you just jump into the first taxi in the line, the meter could run up to 2000 NOK ($200) or more by the time you reach the city.

How to take a taxi safely:

  1. Never take a taxi from the street queue without a booking.
  2. Use the Booking Machine: Inside the terminal (Arrivals Hall), there is a taxi booking machine. Enter your destination and it will show you fixed prices from different companies.
  3. Pick a Reputable Company: Look for Oslo Taxi or Norgestaxi. A standard fixed price to the city center should be between 800–1100 NOK. 

Uber/Bolt

+/- 800 NOK
35-45 minutes

Uber and Bolt are often cheaper than regular taxis (usually around 700–900 NOK, depending on surge pricing).

Pickup Point: They cannot pick you up at the regular taxi stand. You usually have to meet them at the Departures Level (upstairs) or the short-term parking garage. Check the app carefully for the pickup location instructions.