Train from Oslo or Bergen + shuttle bus
There are daily train departures to Gol from Oslo and Bergen. From Gol, Hemsedal is only 30 minutes away and the stretch is served by several shuttle buses each day.
Bergensbanen passes magnificent mountains and fjords between Oslo and Bergen, and is itself an experience. If you travel from Bergen, you will see fjords, mountains and Europe's largest mountain plateau, Hardangervidda. The stretch's highest station is at Finse, 1,222 meters above sea level.
Hemsedal can be reached by train, aka Bergensbanen, from both Oslo central station (22 minutes from Oslo Airport Gardermoen) and Bergen. The train stops at Gol and from there it's only 30 minutes left to Hemsedal and there are shuttle buses between Gol and Hemsedal for selcted trains. See departures and book tickets at vy.no/en or via the Vy-app.
For private shuttle or if you arrive at Gol and there is not a satisfactory shuttle bus connection, you can contact Hemsedal Taxi or Hemsedal Taxisentral to pre-book a taxi.
Alternative from Oslo - direct bus
- Another option from Oslo is to catch the express bus VY170 that runs across the country between Oslo and Hemsedal (to Sogndal) daily all year.
- In winter, there is also a direct transfer bus to/from Oslo Airport Gardermoen. Note! Must be prebooked.
- Tip! See all public transport options and book tickets at vy.no/en or via the Vy-app.