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Trains to and from Lillehammer - Info and Tickets

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Trains to and from Lillehammer

10Jun
1
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Lillehammer
Oslo

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Arrival Time

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Night trains

03:36
LillehammerStation
1h 35m
05:11
OsloOslo Gardermoen Airport
Direct
VY 803
from
4317 USD
1
1h 35m, Direct
03:36
LillehammerStation
05:11
OsloOslo Gardermoen Airport
from
4317 USD
1
Direct
03:36
LillehammerStation
2h 0m
05:36
OsloOslo Central Station
Direct
VY 803
from
4317 USD
1
2h 0m, Direct
03:36
LillehammerStation
05:36
OsloOslo Central Station
from
4317 USD
1
Direct

Morning trains

04:19
LillehammerStation
2h 7m
06:26
OsloOslo Central Station
Direct
VY 302
from
4317 USD
1
2h 7m, Direct
04:19
LillehammerStation
06:26
OsloOslo Central Station
from
4317 USD
1
Direct
04:19
LillehammerStation
1h 31m
05:50
OsloOslo Gardermoen Airport
Direct
VY 302
from
4317 USD
1
1h 31m, Direct
04:19
LillehammerStation
05:50
OsloOslo Gardermoen Airport
from
4317 USD
1
Direct

Day trains

12:15
LillehammerStation
2h 11m
14:26
OsloOslo Central Station
Direct
VY 318
from
5010 USD
1
2h 11m, Direct
12:15
LillehammerStation
14:26
OsloOslo Central Station
from
5010 USD
1
Direct
12:15
LillehammerStation
1h 46m
14:01
OsloOslo Gardermoen Airport
Direct
VY 318
from
4317 USD
1
1h 46m, Direct
12:15
LillehammerStation
14:01
OsloOslo Gardermoen Airport
from
4317 USD
1
Direct

Evening trains

18:15
LillehammerStation
1h 46m
20:01
OsloOslo Gardermoen Airport
Direct
VY 330
from
4317 USD
1
1h 46m, Direct
18:15
LillehammerStation
20:01
OsloOslo Gardermoen Airport
from
4317 USD
1
Direct
18:15
LillehammerStation
2h 11m
20:26
OsloOslo Central Station
Direct
VY 330
from
5010 USD
1
2h 11m, Direct
18:15
LillehammerStation
20:26
OsloOslo Central Station
from
5010 USD
1
Direct
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First train

03:36
night

Last train

21:15
distance

Travel duration

1h 56m
daily-departure

Daily departures

48
departure-station

Departure station

Lillehammer
changes-type

Changes

direct
arrival-station

Arrival station

Oslo
ticket-price

Ticket price

from $22
fastest-s

Fastest trip

1h 27m
longest-s

Longest trip

2h 28m

Trains to and from Lillehammer

Inbound trains reach Lillehammer at Lillehammer Station on the Dovre Line. Trains from Oslo S arrive in around 2h10m to 2h30m, depending on the departure. Services from Oslo Airport reach Lillehammer in about 1h35m to 1h50m, while trains from Hamar arrive in roughly 55m to 1h10m. From the north, trains from Ringebu arrive in about 45m and services from Otta take around 1h30m. Long-distance trains from Trondheim reach Lillehammer in roughly 4h40m to 5h20m, with intermediate stops through Dombas and Gudbrandsdalen.

Visiting Lillehammer

Lillehammer is a key rail stop in inland Norway, located on the Dovre Line between Oslo and Trondheim. The city has one main passenger train station, Lillehammer Station, which handles regional and long-distance trains. Vy and SJ Nord services make Lillehammer an important rail point for travel through Gudbrandsdalen and Innlandet. Trains from Lillehammer include regional services toward Oslo, Hamar, and Oslo Airport, plus long-distance intercity trains through the mountain and valley corridor toward Dombas and Trondheim. Lillehammer Station is the main train station for all booked rail services in the city, with connections running north and south on the same national rail axis. Rail routes from Lillehammer run south toward Hamar, Oslo Airport, and Oslo, north through Gudbrandsdalen toward Ringebu, Otta, Dombas, and Trondheim, and via transfer points to other parts of the Norwegian rail network. Train tickets for Lillehammer are useful for both regional trips and longer cross-country journeys. Book trains from and to Lillehammer online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from Lillehammer

From Lillehammer Station, southbound trains follow the Dovre Line toward Hamar, Oslo Airport, and Oslo S. Vy operates regional services on this corridor, while selected SJ Nord long-distance trains also continue south as part of the Oslo to Trondheim route. Northbound trains from Lillehammer run through Gudbrandsdalen toward Ringebu, Otta, Dombas, and Trondheim. SJ Nord operates the main long-distance Dovre Line services on this axis. At Oslo S, passengers can transfer to rail routes across southern Norway, while Trondheim Sentralstasjon provides onward rail links within Trondelag and toward northern parts of the national network.

Lillehammer

Lillehammer - A town famous for hosting the 1994 Winter Olympics, situated at the northern end of Lake Mjøsa. It is home to the Maihaugen open-air museum.

Lillehammer

StationStation
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1h 56m

Oslo

Oslo - The capital of Norway and its primary transport hub. Major sites include the Vigeland Sculpture Park and the historic Akershus Fortress.

Kjelsaas

StationStation

Toeyen

StationStation

Snippen

StationStation

Movatn

StationStation

Grefsen

StationStation

Oslo Central Station

StationStation

Oslo Gardermoen Airport

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Book Train Tickets to and from Lillehammer Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Buying Train Tickets Online
Buy train tickets online for Lillehammer with Rail Monsters by selecting departure dates, choosing Vy or SJ Nord services, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for Lillehammer train stations by searching Lillehammer Station, the city's main rail stop for regional trains, long-distance Dovre Line services, and connections toward Oslo Airport.
Tips for Online Reservations
Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Lillehammer train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for peak summer, winter sports weekends, Christmas, and New Year. Train prices can vary by demand on long-distance departures, while ticket counters remain an option at larger Norwegian stations. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.
Types of Train Tickets Available
Lillehammer services include regular tickets for regional and intercity trains, with reserved seating on many long-distance departures and simpler ticketing on shorter regional services. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may be available in advance for travel to and from Oslo, Hamar, Dombas, Trondheim, and other stations on the Dovre Line.

Train Travel to and from Lillehammer FAQ and Tips

How do I buy train tickets to and from Lillehammer?

You can buy train tickets to and from Lillehammer at Rail Monsters by entering Lillehammer Station, choosing your 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 Lillehammer services, useful for winter weekends, peak summer, Christmas, and New Year. Booking confirmation is sent by email after purchase.

What are the main train stations in Lillehammer?

Lillehammer has one main passenger train station. Lillehammer Station is the city station for Dovre Line services, handling regional trains toward Oslo, Hamar, and Oslo Airport and long-distance trains toward Dombas and Trondheim. For wider transfers, passengers commonly use Oslo S for southern Norway connections, Hamar for selected inland routes, or Trondheim Sentralstasjon for northern Norway rail links.

What are the main train connections to and from Lillehammer?

Lillehammer connects with Oslo S in around 2h10m to 2h30m, Oslo Airport in about 1h35m to 1h50m, and Hamar in roughly 55m to 1h10m. Northbound Dovre Line trains link Lillehammer with Ringebu in about 45m, Otta in around 1h30m, Dombas in about 2h, and Trondheim in roughly 4h40m to 5h20m, depending on the service.

What is the main train route from Lillehammer?

The main train route from Lillehammer is the Dovre Line south to Oslo, with services operated by Vy and SJ Nord depending on departure type. Trains from Lillehammer Station to Oslo S usually take around 2h10m to 2h30m. This route also serves Hamar and Oslo Airport, making it the main domestic rail corridor for most Lillehammer passengers.

Do high-speed trains serve Lillehammer?

No high-speed rail serves Lillehammer. Passenger trains in the city run on Norway's conventional Dovre Line, with regional and long-distance intercity services instead of high-speed trains. Vy operates regional services on the southern corridor toward Oslo and Hamar, while SJ Nord operates long-distance trains on the Dovre Line toward Trondheim and the Gudbrandsdalen valley.

Should I reserve seats on trains from Lillehammer?

Seat reservation practice depends on the train type from Lillehammer. Long-distance SJ Nord services on the Dovre Line commonly include reserved seating, especially for travel toward Trondheim. Regional Vy services toward Oslo and Hamar may have simpler ticketing and less formal seat assignment. For Friday, Sunday, winter sports, and holiday departures, booking ahead is recommended because popular trains can fill.

How do I get from Lillehammer to Oslo Airport by train?

Lillehammer has direct rail service to Oslo Airport station on the Dovre Line, with trains using Lillehammer Station and the airport rail station at Gardermoen. The trip usually takes about 1h35m to 1h50m depending on the departure. This is not a dedicated airport express train from Lillehammer, but regular regional and intercity services provide the rail link.

Can I buy Lillehammer train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute Lillehammer train tickets may be available on regional services, but long-distance Dovre Line departures can become limited around winter weekends, peak summer, Christmas, and New Year. Rail Monsters accepts Lillehammer train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, so early booking is useful when traveling between Oslo, Lillehammer, Dombas, and Trondheim during busy periods.
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