Getting there

You can get to Tromso by car, boat, plane, and bus – but not train. Norwegian train lines stop in Bodo, and the Swedish lines end in Narvik – approximately 4 hours by car from Tromso.

There are however twice weekly direct flights from London Gatwick, and numerous daily flights from the capital Oslo. Flight time from Oslo is approximately 2 hours, and from London 3.5 hours. The airport is located on the island, only a ten minute drive from the town centre.

Norway is a long country; hence driving to Tromso from the south does take days. But – if you have the time it is an absolutely stunning trip - of just over 1,600km (1,000miles).

Another scenic option is to take the train from Oslo or Trondheim to Bodo, and then catch a bus from there. Again, this takes time, so if you only have a few days to spare, air travel is probably the most sensible option.

Hurtigruten, which recently featured in the BBC series Coast, is known as one of the most beautiful cruise trips in the world. It takes 5 days from Bergen and will take you through the Geirangerfjord and the Lofoten Islands on its way north.

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Getting around

To make the most of Tromso and what’s on offer, it can be handy to hire a car. Most activities and excursions will pick you up in town and take you back again, but if you like a bit of exploring a rental car will give you more flexibility.

Traffic in Tromso is sparse, but roads outside of town can be of poor quality and often there are sheep ad reindeer in the road. So be careful when driving and stick to the speed limits. In town, watch out for pedestrians! The people of Tromso are extremely prone to walking out in to the road without looking first.Read more driving tips for Norway here.

Local buses run a good service, and can also take you to most of the areas of interest. But make sure to check the timetables, as in the more remote areas there might only be a few departures per day.

The town centre is absolutely manageable by foot, so there is no need for bus passes or taxis to get around.