Stavanger - Getting Around
Airport Bus
There is a dedicated shuttle bus service that runs from Stavanger Airport, Sola to Stavanger city centre with stops at key places along the route. For arrivals at the airport the coaches are scheduled to leave every 20 minutes and covers the 14 km for a cost of 85 NOK. The return journey leaves from Fiskepiren the main bus station and leave every half an hour with a journey time of 30 minutes, dependant on local traffic.
top ↑Boat
There are both international and domestic ferry lines running to and from Stavanger. It is possible to reach Bergen in just over 2 hours by boat whilst taking in the breathtaking Nordic Fjords and the international ferries arrive regularly from Denmark. There are a number of companies in Stavanger offering cruises, chartered boat trips and boat and yacht hire. These take passengers around the picturesque islands in the fjord. It is also possible to travel by ferry to the beautiful area of Ryfylke to the north of Stavanger, where there are a great number of outdoor pursuits to get involved in.
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The bus service in Stavanger is comprehensive and provided by the local company Kolumbus. The main bus routes have recently been upgraded and express services added to compliment the regular lines. If you’re planning on doing most of your travelling by bus then the FlexiPass is your best option. It allows unlimited travel on all services for 30 days and is not person specific, as a further benefit up to two adults and three children can travel on the pass after 5pm weekdays and all weekend. For infrequent bus travel single tickets are available to buy from the bus driver.
top ↑Car Rental
As well as finding all the main international companies, there are a range of local car hire firms for all budgets. Travelling by car is a good way to explore the islands to the north of the city, made possible in the last two decades by a programme of bridge and tunnel building. Driving is done on the right hand side of the road and there are dedicated breakdown services in case of a breakdown or accident. The rules of the road are strictly adhered to in Norway. There are frequent checks on speed and drivers blood alcohol levels and heavy fines are imposed for any infringement.
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There are two main taxi companies in Stavanger and these can be pre-booked or hailed in the street, there are also several taxi ranks located around the city centre. Airport transfers are possible and there are always taxi’s waiting outside for passengers who haven’t booked. All taxis accept both cash and credit card payments.
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The Jæren train line running between Stavanger and Egersund is a good way to see the countryside of the Stavanger Region. With several stops along the line and a variety of different ticket options it can be a flexible way to travel outside of the city.
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