Seven hours on Norway’s STUNNING winter train journey!

Welcome to the incredible Bergensbanen in Norway.

This is one of the best winter train journeys in Europe - I'll be showing you the restaurant, the different classes, and of course the amazing scenery on the ride from Oslo to Bergen.

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Journey Details:
Origin: Oslo S
Destination: Bergen
Company: Vy
Train: NSB El18 + B7 Coaches
Accommodation: Standard Seat (2nd)
Distance: 483 kilometres / 300 miles
Price: 289.00 kr. (£24.40 / €27.50 / $29.50)
Time: 7 hours 3 minutes, arrived 2 minutes early

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[kristenburnout]

The seats have the writing "Velkommen" and "Nyt reisen" which simply means "Welcome. Enjoy your journey."
The old NSB used to have this seat fabric on all their seats during their later years before they got split up. Not my favourite aesthetically, but it's a nice message at least! :)

[neresq]

We took the Bergensbanen from Oslo to Bergen on Dec.12th of last year. Like you, this journey was very special to us because we have lived in South Florida for over 40 years and never see or experience snow. But last year, we spent ALL of December in Scandinavia and romped through tons of it. As to our journey on the Bergensbanen... We opted to ride first class and were thrilled that the car was more than half-empty (very quiet) for most of the journey, and we were able to easily move around for great photos of the views on both sides of the car. We also enjoyed the endless supply of complimentary hot beverages and snacks offered in first class as we sped through a very snowy winter wonderland, gazing upon the truly incredible, stunning scenery outside our windows.

[GauravSharmaSE]

And as someone who does road trips in Norway at least once a year, I would suggest to also definitely drive from Oslo to Bergen in Summers. This is perhaps also one of the most beautiful road journeys of the world you can do.

[xela_ow]

You actually pronounced the station names fairly well for someone being British! Well done!

[GauravSharmaSE]

That Myrdal-Flåm route that you missed, is perhaps one of the most beautiful train routes in the world, esp in Summers. I just loved it.

[taara]

You seem to just about have missed our new station board. The station screen shown at around 2:20 has just been upgraded to the world’s biggest LED wall train information display. Pretty neat thing

[DroopyPenguin]

I am from Oslo, but went to a school in Voss (where the gondola is) for a year, so I took this train back home every holiday. I often went with friends and it was quite a good time. I also take this train whenever I go to my cabin in the mountains :)

I believe I also read somewhere that the locomotive used on Bergensbanen (El 18) is actually armored above the driver's seat! It's to protect in case of an avalanche or rocks falling.

Norske Tog, the company responsible for buying trains in Norway, has also recently ordered new EMU's to be used on Bergensbanen from 2026. They're being produced by Stadler.

[shaneobrien]

I’ve seen a few train vids and this chap’s are by far the best. It’s not all about him in the vid, he does a little intro at the start, then the rest is about the train and the views, not the presenter showboating/showing off.
Keep up the brilliant work, m8. 👏😀👍

[ChrisH-]

I've only trtaveled on this train in the summer and I agree it's amazing. You had a bargain price too! I would love to do this in the winter and this inspires me. The freezing snow on the windows shows how well insulated the carriage is.

[mdhazeldine]

Pretty impressive all round. That family carriage with the kids play area looks amazing for kids and parents. Can't believe I've never seen anyone do that before. Such a great idea. The scenery also looks very impressive at the end. Right up there with some of the best routes in Switzerland. Also, those locos are probably my favourite electric locos in the world (at least the SBB ones anyway). Definitely one for the bucket list!

[markgrnyer]

Another channel called railcowgirl does cab rides along this route, Its spectacular, she is based at Voss and used to drive these trains but now drives freight

[ragnar]

As a local - I just wish it was a bit speedier. I travel to Oslo for work every month or so - and always take the sleeper train. The return journey is a bit of a slog though, at least in winter - when you're stuck staring into a dark void for ~7 hours - and the novelty has worn a bit thin :)

[WillHsiung]

Took this train in March of this year, with a window seat on the left side. So much to see, don’t think I left my seat for the entire journey - not even to the toilet! Brought my own drinks and snacks so no need for the cafe car.

[Scherrah]

So beautiful and scenic! I guess I also have to plan a winter trip from Oslo to Bergen! And 27.50€ is a real bargain here! The Norwegian Train operator knows how to keep the country rollin‘!

[osasunaitor]

16:04 Last spring I travelled on the Flåmsbana to Myrdal and there I took this same train back to Oslo.
Yes, the Flåmsbana is a spectacular scenic route, but the Bergen route you showed here is not far behind despite being less known. So don't worry, if you enjoyed this Oslo-Bergen trip you are not missing anything too badly. I'd say that every railway route in Norway is a marvel on its own, so whatever you choose you are guaranteed to have a great experience. Norway is a country straight out of a fairytale.

And I agree with you that these standard seats were some of the most comfortable I've ever been on.

[rnyellow]

Wahey, got the Hoth reference in there, felt sure you wouldn't let us down. When I travelled this route (also in winter, part of a ski holiday trip) there also was a pet carriage with pet owners sat next to their pets in their carriage boxes. Remember the kids' playspace carriage well and the seats in the cafebar that sensibly face out of the window. The waiting room at the mountain station we got on at after our ski trip was nicer than my home at the time - well-stocked library, roaring fire, comfy armchair, fleecy rug.

[Matoakas]

Hmm, respect man! You actually did the your research. Don't think I've heard any YouTuber coming here actually saying or knowing abt the politics behind the trains. Kudos to you!

Btw everyone. We Norwegians are fully aware how expensive trains and.. well.. everything else for that matter. We complain abt it too. A LOT.. like A LOT A LOT!

[michaelhall]

It’s so beautiful watching that snow land

[MomCat]

$30 is cheap for a seven hour train ride. I’m from the states and my favorite part of any place in Europe was always taking the train. It’s peaceful and you get to see so much of the country of whatever place you’re at at the time. Thanks for sharing, this was a great video.💕🚂

[stephenwinter]

Greetings from Canada 🇨🇦 thanks for the presentation and enjoy it very much