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Trains from Hamar

10Oct
1
Seats
Hamar
Lillehammer

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Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

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Morning trains

08:52
HamarStation
49m
09:41
LillehammerStation
Direct
VY 307
from
32 USD
1
49m, Direct
08:52
HamarStation
09:41
LillehammerStation
from
32 USD
1
Direct
09:12
HamarStation
47m
09:59
LillehammerStation
Direct
SJ 43
from
31 USD
1
47m, Direct
09:12
HamarStation
09:59
LillehammerStation
from
31 USD
1
Direct

Day trains

12:52
HamarStation
50m
13:42
LillehammerStation
Direct
VY 315
from
32 USD
1
50m, Direct
12:52
HamarStation
13:42
LillehammerStation
from
32 USD
1
Direct
13:52
HamarStation
45m
14:37
LillehammerStation
Direct
VY 317
from
32 USD
1
45m, Direct
13:52
HamarStation
14:37
LillehammerStation
from
32 USD
1
Direct

Evening trains

18:52
HamarStation
49m
19:41
LillehammerStation
Direct
VY 327
from
32 USD
1
49m, Direct
18:52
HamarStation
19:41
LillehammerStation
from
32 USD
1
Direct
19:52
HamarStation
49m
20:41
LillehammerStation
Direct
VY 329
from
32 USD
1
49m, Direct
19:52
HamarStation
20:41
LillehammerStation
from
32 USD
1
Direct
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day

First train

00:45
night

Last train

23:45
distance

Travel duration

51m
daily-departure

Daily departures

3
departure-station

Departure station

Hamar
changes-type

Changes

direct
arrival-station

Arrival station

Lillehammer
ticket-price

Ticket price

from $19
fastest-s

Fastest trip

44m
longest-s

Longest trip

45m

Trains to Hamar

Inbound trains arrive in Hamar at Hamar Station on the Dovre Line and the Roros Line. Trains from Oslo S reach Hamar in around 1h20m, while services from Oslo Airport arrive in roughly 55m. North of the city, trains from Lillehammer arrive in about 45m, and long-distance services from Trondheim reach Hamar in around 5h to 5h30m. Eastbound inland services from Elverum arrive in about 30m, while trains from Roros typically take around 2h50m. These arrivals make Hamar a transfer point between the Oslo corridor, the Mjosa region, and inland rail routes.

Visiting Hamar

Hamar is an important inland rail junction in eastern Norway, positioned where the Dovre Line meets the Roros Line on the east side of Lake Mjosa. The city has one main passenger train station, Hamar Station, served by Vy regional trains and SJ Nord long-distance services. Hamar's rail role is defined by its place between Oslo, Lillehammer, Trondheim, and the inland route toward Roros. Trains from Hamar include regional services toward Oslo, Oslo Airport, and Lillehammer, long-distance intercity services on the Dovre Line, and inland services using the Roros Line. Hamar Station is the main train station for train tickets in the city, with both north-south and eastbound services using the same rail hub. Rail routes from Hamar run south toward Oslo and Drammen, north toward Lillehammer and Trondheim, east toward Elverum and Roros, and through the Mjosa region toward towns such as Eidsvoll and Moelv. Book trains from and to Hamar online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from Hamar

From Hamar Station, southbound Vy regional trains follow the Dovre Line toward Oslo Airport, Oslo S, and the wider Oslo area, with some services continuing beyond the capital. The same corridor also carries SJ Nord long-distance trains between eastern Norway and central Norway. Northbound trains from Hamar run through the Mjosa region toward Lillehammer and onward on the Dovre Line. Eastbound services use the Roros Line toward Elverum and Roros, giving Hamar an inland rail role beyond the main Oslo-Trondheim axis. Travelers can book Hamar train tickets for both regional and long-distance services through Rail Monsters.

Hamar

Hamar - A lakeside town on Lake Mjøsa with a historic cathedral and the Norwegian Railway Museum. Key station: Hamar Station, which links regional services.

Hamar

Hamar, Stangevegen, Holset, Hamar, Innlandet, 2317, Norway

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Lillehammer

Lillehammer - Known for the 1994 Winter Olympics and the Maihaugen open-air museum. Key station: Lillehammer Station, within easy reach of the town center and Olympic Park.

Lillehammer

Lillehammer, Jernbanetorget, Busmoen, Vingnes, Lillehammer, Innlandet, 2615, Norway

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Booking Hamar Train Tickets Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Buying Train Tickets Online
Buy train tickets online for Hamar with Rail Monsters by selecting departure dates, choosing Vy regional trains or SJ Nord long-distance services, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for Hamar train stations by using Hamar Station as the main departure or arrival point for Dovre Line and Roros Line services.
Tips for Online Reservations
Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Hamar train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for peak summer, Christmas and New Year, and winter holiday weekends. Train prices vary more on long-distance services than on regional routes; ticket counters may not cover every online fare. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.
Types of Train Tickets Available
Hamar services include regular tickets for regional travel, reserved seats on many long-distance trains, advance fares, and more flexible ticket types depending on the service. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may appear on selected departures to and from Oslo, Oslo Airport, Lillehammer, Trondheim, Elverum, and Roros when booked ahead.

Hamar Train Travel FAQ and Tips

What is the main train route from Hamar?

The main train route from Hamar is the southbound service to Oslo S on the Dovre Line, taking around 1h20m on many Vy regional departures. SJ Nord long-distance trains also use the same corridor on services between Oslo and Trondheim. Hamar Station is the departure point for this route, and seat reservation rules depend on the train category selected.

How do I buy train tickets to and from Hamar?

Train tickets to and from Hamar can be bought at Rail Monsters by searching Hamar Station, selecting a travel date, comparing available Vy and SJ Nord departures, and completing online reservation. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for Hamar services, which helps with planning for peak summer, Christmas and New Year, and winter holiday periods.

Do high-speed trains serve Hamar?

No high-speed rail serves Hamar. The city is served by conventional Norwegian rail services on the Dovre Line and the Roros Line. Vy operates regional trains linking Hamar with Oslo, Oslo Airport, and Lillehammer, while SJ Nord operates long-distance trains on the Oslo-Trondheim corridor and inland services associated with the Roros Line.

What is the main train station in Hamar?

Hamar Station is the city's main passenger railway station. It sits on the Dovre Line and also functions as the junction for the Roros Line. Vy regional trains and SJ Nord long-distance services use Hamar Station for southbound, northbound, and eastbound rail travel. There is no separate long-distance terminal in Hamar for regular passenger trains.

Should I reserve seats on trains from Hamar?

Seat reservation practice from Hamar depends on the service selected. Long-distance SJ Nord trains on the Dovre Line generally use reserved seating, especially for longer trips toward Trondheim. Vy regional trains between Hamar, Oslo, Oslo Airport, and Lillehammer usually operate with simpler ticketing and may not require a specific reserved seat. Check the ticket conditions shown during booking.

What are the main train connections to and from Hamar?

Hamar connects with Oslo S in around 1h20m, Oslo Airport in roughly 55m, and Lillehammer in about 45m on the Dovre Line. Northbound long-distance trains link Hamar with Trondheim in around 5h to 5h30m. Eastbound services connect Hamar with Elverum in about 30m and Roros in roughly 2h50m, depending on the timetable and service pattern.

Is there an airport train connection from Hamar?

Yes. Hamar has direct rail services to Oslo Airport at Gardermoen on the Dovre Line corridor, mainly by Vy regional trains and some long-distance services that stop at the airport station. Passengers use Hamar Station for these airport-bound trains. For most international flights, Oslo Airport is the main rail-linked airport serving Hamar and the surrounding inland region.

Can I buy Hamar train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute regional tickets from Hamar are often available, but long-distance departures on the Dovre Line can fill during peak summer, Christmas and New Year, and winter holiday weekends. Rail Monsters accepts Hamar train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, so early booking is useful for trips involving Oslo, Trondheim, Lillehammer, Roros, or airport connections.
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Vygruppen

Vygruppen is Norway's main state-owned passenger rail operator.