The Oslo metro is called Tunnelbane or T-Banen, it is a network of six lines connecting in the center of the capital and gradually diverging towards the outskirts. There are 95 stations in total, 16 of them are underground. The total length of the subway is 80 km, daily the subway serves about 270 thousand people.

general information

The main feature of the metro is that all directions of high-speed transport converge in the city center, respectively, trains move along the same routes. In remote areas of the capital, trains go to the surface and become traditional electric trains.

All metro lines have a certain color, serial number, name. The trains consist of 3-4 red cars. The subway, as a rule, is shallow - no more than two dozen steps. There are no escalators in the metropolitan metro. Distances between stops are from 3 to 5 minutes.

Advice! Going on a trip, be sure to print out the metro map in Oslo.

History reference

For the first time, the idea to build a subway appeared at the beginning of the 20th century. At this time, the commune of Aker became part of Oslo. The city expanded, so the authorities decided to combine the capital with the vast annexed territories with the help of the metro.

In 1919, the first tram line solemnly began work, along with this, a project was developed for the first subway line located underground. After 9 years, the first subway line was successfully launched in Oslo. Then the construction of underground lines was suspended and returned to the project only after the end of the Second World War.

Interesting fact! In May 1966, the construction of the line near the eastern station was completed. The subway is starting to operate at full capacity.

The first line starts from the railway square, passes through Brinseng and follows to Bergkristallen. During construction, part of the tram line was connected to the subway. It is noteworthy that the tram line was originally designed with the idea of ​​being converted into a metro.

Then, in 1966, the second direction was launched, which branches off from the first and follows from the Töen stop to Gruruddalen. Until 1975, the length of the line was increased, today it ends at the Westley stop. The next direction in the past was also a tram line - Jostensjöbanen.

Interesting fact! Only eight stations were underground on three subway lines.

Fyrüsetbanen was built between 1970 and 1981. The line has six stations, five of which are underground, while access to the surface at Ellingryudosen station is possible only by elevator.

At the end of the 70s of the 20th century, two independent metro systems functioned in the city - in the east and in the west of the capital. The City decided to connect them by extending the eastern section to Centrum Station.

Unfortunately, the project was not completed due to new station flowed constantly. In the early 1980s, it was reconstructed and launched in 1987 under the name Stortinge (Parliament). The western metro system has been extended to the same station. As a result, a through tunnel was formed through the central part of the capital. However, it was technically impossible to organize an end-to-end communication.

Since 1993, all directions of the metropolitan metro began to be equipped with a third rail. From 2003 to 2006, the construction of a ring of 13 metro stations continued, which unite the center of Oslo.

Some subway tunnels pass through the rocks, in order to preserve the unique flavor and nature of Norway, it was decided not to use interior decoration, but to leave walls made of natural stone. Thus, passengers do not just go down to the metro station, but find themselves in a real cave.

Good to know! The entrance and exit is marked with the letter T. At each stop there is a screen that displays a schedule, the route of the trains. All stops are announced by drivers.

Opening hours and ticket prices

The subway in Oslo starts work at 5-30, trains follow until 0-30. The interval of trains varies depending on the distance from the center. The closer to central regions, the more often trains run - every three minutes. In remote areas, the interval is a quarter of an hour.

A card for using public transport in Oslo, including the metro, is a card with a magnetic stripe. You can buy it at:

• cash desks located at metro stations;
• vending machines at metro stations;
• Narvesen kiosks, 7-Eleven, Deli De Luca and Mix stores;
• Ruter Customer Service Center;
• bus terminal in Lillestrom;
• railway stations.

Good to know! Tickets entitle you to travel on all types of public transport in Oslo. The cost is fixed and is valid for an hour from the moment of activation. There are no turnstiles in the metropolitan metro.

Price:

For one hour:

• adult - from 35 to 123 kroons;
• for children and for pensioners - from 18 to 62 kroons.

For a day:

• adult - from 105 to 237 kroons;
• for children and for pensioners - from 53 to 119 kroons.

For one week:

• adult - from 249 to 665 kroons;
• children, teenagers and pensioners - from 125 to 333 kroons.

For one month:

• adult - from 736 to 1874 crowns;
• children and teenagers - from 368 to 568 kroons;
• for pensioners - from 368 to 937 kroons;
• student - from 442 to 1124 crowns.

For one year:

• adult - from 7360 to 18740 kroons;
• for pensioners - from 3680 to 9370 kroons.

It is important! The cost depends on the number of zones in which the card is valid.

You can build the best route from point A to point B using Oslo public transport here: ruter.no/en.

Tourists and guests will undoubtedly benefit from purchasing the Oslo Pass, as it has a number of obvious advantages.

• hotels, hostels and campsites;
• some museums;
• cafes and restaurants.

Oslo Pass can be booked online in advance. In this case, you need to print the voucher, contact the tourist center (next to the central railway station) and get a card with detailed instructions.

Oslo Pass is activated during the first use. Its duration varies:

• day;
• 2 days;
• 3 days.

On the Oslo Pass card, it is imperative to indicate the full date and time of validity, as a rule, this information is entered with a pen.

Oslo Pass price:

Full map:

• day - 40 euros;
• 48 hours - 61 euros;
• 72 hours - 76 euros.

Children's (from 4 to 15 years old):

• day - 22 euros;
• 48 hours - 30 euros;
• 72 hours - 38 euros.

For pensioners (over 67):

• day - 32 €;
• 48 hours - 49€;
• 72 hours - 61€.

All prices are current as of January 2018.

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We hope that the information about the Oslo metro presented in the article will help you navigate the metropolitan subway and travel comfortably.

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TRANSPORT IN OSLO

Public transport in the capital of Norway it is represented by metro, buses and city trains. His distinctive features– punctuality and comfort. There is also water transport to the islands that are part of the city.

In the salons of public transport you can buy booklets with a detailed timetable for each specific type. Route maps are also available at stops.

All transport runs at intervals of approximately 5-10 minutes. As a rule, the driver himself announces the stop. And in trams and buses above the driver's cab there is a scoreboard with a running line showing the name of the next stop and reminiscent of the route number and final destination.

The entrance to the tram, bus and commuter trains is low enough for the convenience of people with disabilities using transport.

Tickets to Oslo are the same for all public transport. You can buy them at railway station ticket offices, at metro stations, at Trafikantene offices, as well as at most Narvesen kiosks and 7-Eleven stores. The fare varies depending on the distance traveled, increasing with each transport zone by NOK 20. The ticket price also depends on whether it was purchased in advance or directly from the driver. So, in the first case, the cost of the trip will be 30-110 kroons (depending on the zone), in the second - 50-130 kroons.

There are benefits for children from 4 to 15 years old, as well as for pensioners over 67 years old. In addition, it is possible to purchase tickets for the day, week, month and year. A daily pass currently costs 75-175 kroons, a weekly pass costs 220-560 kroons.

Discounts also apply to children and pensioners. Thus, children's and preferential travel cards will cost 38-88 kroons for a day and 110-280 kroons for a week. Travel cards are not valid in zones 4 and 5.

For more information about transport in Oslo, visit Ruter.no.

Metro Oslo

The metro system in Oslo consists of 6 lines. Underground stations are not deep: only a dozen steps down. There are no escalators in the local subway. A feature of the metro in the city is that in the center of Oslo all lines converge, and the trains run along the same tracks. Closer to the periphery, they diverge, the tunnels disappear, and the cars are already on the surface.

Trains consist of 3-4 cars, they run at intervals of 3 minutes in the center and 15 minutes on the outskirts. More detailed information about the Oslo metro can be found on the website Tbane.no.

Below is a map of the Oslo metro. To enlarge the image, click on the picture; for an additional increase - click on the "Expand to actual size" icon (a square with an arrow) that appears at the bottom of the picture.

Buses in Oslo

Buses run throughout the city from 5.00 to 0.00. There are also night routes, on which, by the way, travel cards do not work.

In addition, in the city you can go to bus tour. The route passes through the most popular places among travelers. Tourist buses start at 9.45 and depart every 30 minutes. The duration of the trip is 90 minutes. A ticket for a sightseeing bus costs 150 kroons for an adult, 75 kroons for children 5-15 years old and 400 kroons - the so-called "family bus", involving the trip of two adults and two children. All types of tickets are valid within 24 hours after purchase.

Trams in Oslo

The city's tram system has its own name - Oslotrikken. Trams run every 10 minutes. Routes, timetables and other information regarding tram service in Oslo can be found at Trikken.no.

City trains

All trains in the city arrive at Central Train Station, called Oslo S. The station consists of two buildings in which you can find everything you need: cafes, restaurants, lounges, shopping centers, bars. You can get to the station by any transport. Full information about the station can be found on its official website.

Water transport

The water transport of the Norwegian capital is represented by ferries, boats and sea ​​vessels, transporting passengers to the islands belonging to the city. Travel time is from 10 minutes to 2 hours. Tickets are sold on the websites of the ferry companies or at the box office. Their cost is not high, and booking a trip in advance, you can get a 20% discount. Routes change depending on the season, so it's best to check the schedule online in advance.

Taxi in Oslo

Norwegian taxi is a very expensive transport. According to the daily fare, valid until 17.00, the cost consists of the landing price - about 40 kroons, and about 12 kroons for each kilometer of the way. From 17.00 to 22.00 there is a more expensive evening rate, and from 22.00 to 4.00 - night, which is even more expensive.

The car can be called by phone, taken in the parking lot or "caught" on the street. The most popular taxi companies are Norgestaxi and OsloTaxi.

To some points of the city (for example, to the railway station or Oslo airport), a taxi can be ordered online - for this, use the search form below:

Fill in the required fields and click To find. A separate page will open a list of possible transfer options along the route you specified. Having chosen the right one, you can immediately place and pay for the order.

Tourists who wish to independently move around the Norwegian capital and its environs by car can use

Oslo metro fare

The fare in the Oslo metro depends on the number of restricted zones, a map of the zones can be seen near any ticket kiosk.

The following types of tickets can be purchased for travel in the Oslo metro:

• Ticket for one trip.
• Coupon card for 30 coupons.
• Travel cards for 24 hours, 7 days, 30 days and 365 days.

For children under 4 years old, travel is free. Those under the age of 16 and seniors over the age of 67 can buy a ticket at a discounted price (with a 50 percent discount). Reduced fares are indicated by the words barn/honnør.

• Single trip ticket (Enkeltbillett)

A ticket for one trip during its validity period entitles you to travel in public transport with any number of transfers. There is no need to stamp one-time tickets, the time will be printed on them upon sale. The cost of the trip is calculated depending on the number of zones crossed, when buying this type of ticket you pay no more than 5 zones, no matter how far you travel.

The ticket is valid for 1 hour in the first zone, plus 30 minutes for each additional zone, for a total of 180 minutes for a 5 zone ticket.

• Coupon card for 30 coupons (Kupongkort á 30 kuponger)

The trip with this ticket will be cheaper than buying a ticket for one trip. The cost of the trip is calculated depending on the number of zones crossed, when buying this type of ticket you pay no more than 5 zones, no matter how far you travel. When using this ticket, you validate 3 coupons for the first zone, and then 2 coupons for each additional zone. If you are driving within the same zone, the card is stamped on the third coupon.

Ticket price for adults - 270 kroons.

Price discount ticket- 135 crowns.

The coupon card can also be used as an additional ticket. For example, if you purchased a ticket for one trip within 2 zones, and it became necessary to travel further, you simply cancel 2 coupons of the coupon card for each additional zone of the trip.

• Ticket for 24 hours (24-timersbillett)

If you are going to move around Oslo for the whole day, then the best option would be a 24-hour pass. This ticket is valid for unlimited travel within 24 hours of activation. The fare depends on the number of zones you cross, but if you use a 24-hour pass, you pay a maximum of 3 zones, no matter how many zones you cross.

• Week Pass (7-dagersbillett)

If you are going to spend several days in Oslo and plan to actively move around the city all this time, opt for a 7-day pass. This pass allows you to make an unlimited number of trips within 7 days from the date of activation of the ticket. The fare depends on the number of zones you cross, if you use a 7 day pass you pay a maximum of 3 zones no matter how far you travel.

• Ticket for 30 days (30-dagersbillett)

This pass allows you to make an unlimited number of trips within 30 days from the date of activation. The fare depends on the number of zones you cross, if you use a 30 day pass you pay a maximum of 3 zones, no matter how many zones you cross. If you register a ticket, if you lose it, you can block it and get a duplicate. If you have lost an unregistered ticket, it is not possible to block it and issue a duplicate.

The student pass is designed for full-time students aged 20 to 30. If you are over 30, you must buy a normal adult ticket.

• Ticket for a year (365-dagersbillett)

A 365-day ticket allows you to make an unlimited number of trips within a year from the date of activation of the ticket. This type of ticket is not sold at a reduced price - only the "adult" version is available. The fare depends on the number of zones you cross, if you use an annual pass you pay a maximum of 3 zones no matter how far you travel. If you register a ticket, if you lose it, you can block it and get a duplicate. If you have lost an unregistered ticket, it is not possible to block it and issue a duplicate.

• Oslo Pass

In Oslo, as in many other European cities, a special Oslo Pass card is provided for tourists. The cardholder is entitled to free admission to more than 30 museums and attractions, free travel on all types of public transport in zones 1 and 2, free parking in municipal car parks, free entry to outdoor pools, discounts on excursions, car rental, ski rental, Special offers in restaurants, shops, etc.

Oslo Pass is available for 24, 48 or 72 hours. The preferential card is intended for children from 4 to 15 years old and for persons over 67 years old.

Together with the card, a free booklet with detailed information about the institutions participating in the program is issued. In transport, it is enough to validate this card once at the beginning of the first trip, in a museum or any other institution to which it applies, this will be done by the cashier.

Helpful information:

• Five branches of the Oslo metro (T-banen i Oslo) are distinguished by numbers, colors (blue, purple, green, orange and yellow) and the names of the end stations. The subway is mainly used for communication with the suburbs. In the city center, four branches actually merge into one, and the trains move along the same tracks. On the outskirts, the lines diverge, the tunnels end, the trains go to the surface, turning into commuter train. The fifth line (Frognerseteren - Majorstuen) never reaches the center.
• The interval of train movement is different: from 3 minutes in the center to 15 minutes on the outskirts. At night, the traffic interval can reach 30 minutes.
• There are practically no escalators in the Oslo metro: underground stations are shallow, descending only a few dozen steps underground. The trains are mostly red in color and consist of 3-4 cars.
• The distances between the three central stations - Jernbanetorget, Stortinget and Nationaltheatret - are short, it is easier and cheaper to walk in the center. But if you want to visit Holmenkollen (blue line No. 1) or Lake Sognsvann (yellow line No. 3), the metro in this case is the most convenient way movement.
• There are no turnstiles in the subway, no one controls you at the entrance. However, remember: immediately after the yellow line, the territory of the subway begins, where you cannot be without a ticket.

Tickets in Norway

Tickets for public transport in Norway can be bought both at the box office (kiosks, shops, bus stations) and from the driver (30% more expensive).

All types of public transport (including water) operate single tickets, the cost of which depends on the zones. Diagram of transport zones in Oslo.

Ticket price per adult passenger (prices in kroons)

Fine for ticketless travel in Norway - 900 kroons / 5,000 rubles.

Tourist card - Oslo Pass

The card is valid on all types of public transport and allows you to visit more than 30 sights and museums in Oslo free of charge.

You can buy a card at the airport, railway stations, tourist centers and many hotels.

Oslo Pass ticket price (price: kroon / rub.)

Buses and trams in Oslo

Oslo has an extensive network of city bus and tram routes. The main bus station (Jernbanetorget) is located near the railway station.

Bus operating hours in Oslo: 05:00-00:00. Night routes operate at night.

Scheme bus routes in Oslo

Metro in Oslo

The metro in Oslo consists of 6 lines and 163 stations. Interval of trains: from three minutes in the center to 30 minutes on the outskirts. Trains are less frequent on weekends.

In the city center, all trains intersect; on the outskirts, you cannot change trains.

Metro map in Oslo

Intercity buses in Norway

Bus companies in Norway guarantee the availability of seats on all intercity routes, so it is not necessary to buy tickets in advance.

Approximate prices for intercity destinations

Discounts for bus transportation in Norway:

• When buying a return ticket: 20% discount
• People from 16 to 26 years old and pensioners: 33% discount
• Children under 4 years: free
• Children from 4 to 16 years old: 50% discount

Bus companies often arrange sales, so we recommend that you visit the website of the carrier company in advance and familiarize yourself with current promotions.

All buses in Norway are well equipped, they have air conditioning, places for children and the disabled, comfortable seats. Buses operating on long routes are equipped with dry closets.

Norway's largest bus operator: Nor-Way Bussekspress

Budget bus operator:

Transport deserves the highest marks for safety, comfort and punctuality.

If we talk about intracity communication, then anywhere in the city can be reached by bus, tram or metro. Another special public transport in Oslo is the ferries, which take you to the islands of the Oslofjord, as well as to other Norwegian cities.

Oslo transport: prices

Everything here works surprisingly smoothly, the traffic interval does not exceed 10 minutes, but there is a minus - Oslo's public transport is not cheap. The city has a unified ticketing system, you can buy a ticket for one trip or a ticket for a day, a week or 30 days.

The cost depends on the travel zone and the age of the passenger. So, a regular one-time adult ticket in zone 1 costs 30 NOK, a child ticket is 2 times cheaper. For a daily pass, you need to pay 90 and 45 NOK, respectively. Taxi runs only in the city and costs decently.

Buy one-time tickets at special kiosks - they cost more from the driver. For maximum savings, buy tourist map Oslo Pass for 24, 48 or 72 hours - with its help you will be able to minimize your expenses for trips, trips to museums, and also get discounts in some