During summer 2024 explore Lofoten by bus in an easy and flexible way.
The Arctic Route: Travel with full individual freedom on our safe, comfortable and reliable bus routes.
Want to experience the summer above the Arctic Circle? Northern Norway is the perfect place to do so.
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Lofoten, Norway with the convenient hop-on hop-off bus service.
Explore at your own pace as you travel between the charming village of Svolvær and the picturesque village of Å.
With daily connections to Evenes Airport and Narvik train station, this is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes of Lofoten.
The buses provide you with English-speaking drivers, free WI- FI and toilets onboard. This is a daily service between June and August.
You can also use your travel pass on both this route and the Tromsø – Lofoten – Tromsø route.
Want to experience the summer above the Arctic Circle? Northern Norway is the perfect place to do so.
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Lofoten, Norway with the convenient hop-on hop-off bus service.
Explore at your own pace as you travel between the charming village of Svolvær and the picturesque village of Å.
With daily connections to Evenes Airport and Narvik train station, this is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes of Lofoten.
The buses provide you with English-speaking drivers, free WI- FI and toilets onboard. This is a daily service between June and August.
You can also use your travel pass on both this route and the Tromsø – Lofoten (Svolvær) – Tromsø route.
Single Tickets
Book here
Travel Passes
Book here
Season
June – August
Connections
Train Narvik, Evenes Airport, Leknes Airport, Bodø-Moskenes Ferry
Longest distance
8 hours
Stops
13
Free digital guiding
Multi-language Digital Storytelling app Voice of Norway - Download here
Prices
NOK 60 – 870
We recommend that you book your ticket in advance via our website to guarantee your spot.
You can also opt to buy a 4, 7 or 10 days travel pass.
Find all the bus stops, departure time and schedules here. In the PDF, click on each bus stop to find the exact Google coordinate.
Please mind that the bus stops are not marked with “Arctic Route”.
The Arctic Route uses our iconic red buses, with The Arctic Route logo on them. Look for them!
The buses have free WI-FI, USB and charging points, as well as English-speaking drivers and toilet facilities along the way.
Need assistance? Contact us at info@bestarctic.com and +4795303888 (please call us for urgent matters).
Free practical guiding and storytelling app is included in your ticket – please download the Voice of Norway app before hoping on the bus (here).
Unfortunately, we can’t accommodate animals onboard (except guide dogs).
Water is included but there is no food included on this route. You can buy food food at the several stops and also bring food with you.
Dress comfortably and according to the weather. Here are some tips to know what to wear in the summer above the Arctic Circle.
There is no age limit to take this route. We have children seats available, please get in touch with us to info@bestarctic.com so we arrange it for you.
Each passenger may bring one item of easy-to-manage hand baggage, which must fit under the seat or in the overhead rack, as well as an item no larger than height + length + width = 200 cm/23 kg.
We want to support you in getting your sports gear with you (for example surfboard, golf equipment or bikes) so you can maximize your holiday.
To ensure the bus has enough storage space, please send your request beforehand to info@bestarctic.com.
Read our Frequently Asked Questions section about this route here.
HAMNØYA
LOFOTEN BEACH CAMP
HENNINGSVÆR
HAMNØYA
HAMNØYA
Lofotr
Reine
Reine
Svolvær
Moskenes Camping
Svolvær
Svolvær
Reine
Reine
Å
Nusfjord
How to book the Arctic Route
- Choose your travel day
- Choose your destination
- Off you go
- Buy a 4, 7 or 10 day pass
- Reserve your spot on the bus
- Travel unlimited during your journey
Traveling to Lofoten with the Arctic Route
From Evenes Airport and Narvik train station, connected with Kiruna train station in Sweden.
With daily connections to Evenes Airport and Narvik train station, exploring this beautiful region has never been easier.
Svolvær – Evenes Airport: Arrival at the airport at 11:15
Evenes Airport – Svolvær: Departure from the airport at 15:00 (14:00 on Thursdays)
Svolvær – Narvik Train Station: Arrival at 12:15
Narvik Train Station – Svolvær: Departure at 14:00 (13:00 on Thursday)
Timetable and price list
Svolvær - Å - Svolvær
| Bus stop | Time | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Svolvær centre | 08:00 | |
| Svolvær Svinøya | 08:05 | |
| Skårungen Kabelvåg | 08:20 | NOK 60 |
| Henningsvær (longer stop to explore Henningsvær) | 10:05 | NOK 180 |
| Lofotr Vikingmuseum | 11:10 | NOK 380 |
| Leknes Airport | 11:25 | NOK 450 |
| Leknes centre | 11:30 | NOK 500 |
| Nusfjord (longer stop, entrance to Nusfjord included) | 13:15 | NOK 600 |
| Flakstad | 13:35 | NOK 650 |
| Ramberg Gjestegård | 13:40 | NOK 680 |
| Hamnøy (Eliassen Rorbuer) | 14:00 | NOK 730 |
| Reine | 14:15 | NOK 780 |
| Moskenes (FERRY) | 14:30 | NOK 830 |
| Å i Lofoten | 14:45 | NOK 870 |
| Moskenes (ferry) | 15:00 | NOK 910 |
| Reine | 15:15 | NOK 960 |
| Hamnøy (Eliassen Rorbuer) | 15:30 | NOK 1010 |
| Ramberg Gjestegård | 15:50 | NOK 1060 |
| Flakstad/ Lofoten Beach Camp (longer stop for sightseeing) | 16:30 | NOK 1090 |
| Nusfjord | 16:55 | NOK 1140 |
| Leknes Centre | 17:20 | NOK 1240 |
| Leknes Airport | 17:25 | NOK 1290 |
| Lofotr Museum | 17:40 | NOK 1360 |
| Henningsvær | 18:10 | NOK 1560 |
| Skårungen Kabelvåg | 18:35 | NOK 1680 |
| Svolvær centre | 18:45 | NOK 1740 |
| Svolvær Svinøya | 18:50 | NOK 1740 |
Svolvær - Narvik - Svolvær
| Bus stop | Time | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Svolvær Centre | 8:10 | 0 |
| Svolvær Svinøya | 8:15 | 0 |
| Evenes Sure Hotel | 11:15 | NOK 690 |
| Evenes Airport | 11:20 | NOK 690 |
| Narvik train station | 12:15 | NOK 890 |
| Narvik Scandic Hotel | 12:17 | NOK 890 |
| Narvik Quality Hotel | 12:20 | NOK 890 |
| Narvik Train station | 14:00 (13:00 on Thursdays) | NOK 890 |
| Narvik Scandic Hotel | 14:02 (13:02 on Thursdays) | NOK 890 |
| Narvik Quality Hotel | 14:05 (13:05 on Thursdays) | NOK 890 |
| Evenes Airport | 15:00 (14:00 on Thursdays) | NOK 1090 |
| Evenes Sure Hotel | 15:05 (14:05 on Thursdays) | NOK 1140 |
| Svolvær Svinøya | 18:00 (17:00 on Thursdays) | NOK 1780 |
| Svolvær Centre | 18:05 (17:05 on Thursdays) | NOK 1780 |
Go on a whale watching tour with the Arctic Route!
A unique possibility during your summer Arctic holidays in Lofoten, Norway.
A fun and scenic full-day adventure that brings you in all comfort, from Svolvær to Andenes along the breathtaking National Scenic coastal route, to see the majestic sea mammals in their natural habitat, on a Rigid Inflatable Boat tour.
Unique features
Daily operated bus routes
Hop-on &
hop-off
Connecting with
airports and
ferries
Fixed prices,
according to the
distance you travel
Photo stops
along the way
Sightseeing visits included
Special stop on the direction Svolvær - Å i Lofoten - Svolvær:
You will have two longer sightseeing stops on this route:
- A longer sightseeing stop at the village of Henningsvær (75 minutes stop).
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- The fisher village of Nusfjord (75 minutes stop), is one of Norway’s best-maintained fjord villages, with museums, bakery, bars, restaurants, and galleries to visit. To enter this authentic fishing village, an entrance fee is required (the entrance fee is included in your bus route ticket).
*Is this the route for you? This route was designed for travelers who wish 100% freedom to explore and plan as it goes, without limitations, restrictions, or schedules.
To change from West – East (route Lofoten (Å) – Narvik) to North – South (route Tromsø – Lofoten (Svolvær), an overnight in Svolvær is needed.
To travel from the west of Svolvær to the east (Evenes and Narvik), an overnight in Svolvær is needed. The bus to Evenes/Narvik leaves daily at 08:15 in the morning from Svolvær and 08:10 to Å.
See more of our adventures below
A route
designed to
enjoy traveling
A route designed to enjoy traveling
Daily Bus Route
Our daily-operated bus routes brings you between east to west: from Narvik, via Evenes airport, Svolvær, Henningsvær, Hamnøy, Reine, all the way to Å, the most west-located village in Lofoten. This is a daily route, connecting Svolvær in the west with Å I Lofoten, and in the east with Evenes Airport and Narvik. It connects many of the entry and exit points in the Arctic Route summer area, such as the train to Sweden in Narvik, Evenes airport, the ferry in Moskenes to Bodø, and the Hurtigruten ship in Svolvær.
Travel-oriented/focus
We picked our stops based on locations that travelers want to visit, spend the night, and want to eternalize with photos and life-lasting memories.
Made by locals,
for everyone
The route, with hop-off/hop-on stops, shorter photo stops, and longer visiting stops carefully handpicked by local travel passionists.
Add experiences and accommodations
Experiences and overnight stays will soon be possible to be added to this trip via our booking platform at some of the locations along the route.
Packages along this route
All activities are accessible via the Arctic Route - no rental car is
needed. We offer, you choose.
All activities are accessible via the Arctic Route - no rental car is needed. We offer, you choose.
Coming soon
- 07:30
- 14 hours
- Svolvær
Whale-Watching from Svolvær
Coming soon
- 07:30
- 13 hours
- Svolvær
Round trip by Arctic Route bus and Hurtigruten ship into Trollfjord from Lofoten
NOK 1190 / pp
- 09:00 - 14:00
- 3,5 hours
- Svolvær
Silent Trollfjord Cruise
NOK 990 / pp
- 18:30
- 4:15 hours
- Svolvær
Henningsvær Cultural Tasting Cruise
NOK 1095 / pp
- 19:00
- 2 hours
- Svolvær
Evening Kayak from Svolvær
NOK 1095 / pp
- 10:00
- 2 hours
- Svolvær
Sea Eagle Safari to Trollfjorden
NOK 995 / pp
- 10:30
- 2 hours
- Svolvær
Sea kayaking in Svolvær
NOK 225 / pp
- 10:00-19:00
- 2 hours
- Lofoten
Entrance Ticket Lofotr Viking Museum
Highlights on this route
Narvik
Fjord area with history
In Narvik, jump into the cable car up to 656m for a daytime or unique midnight sun experience 15 minutes from the city center.
Want more? The Arctic Train brings you, as a day activity, back and forth via the Ofoten Line to the border with Swedish Lapland, an epic 2-hour train ride (choose to hop off and walk back to Narvik (2 hours).
You can also take the night train from or to Stockholm or the daytime train from or to Kiruna, via Abisko National Park, to or from Narvik in Norway, with VY, the train company. Read more about this option here and visit two countries in one journey!
Svolvær
The gateway to Lofoten
Svolvær is the biggest town on the Lofoten islands and offers a wide variety of accommodations and experiences.
Join a fast Rigid Inflatable Boat toward one of Norway’s most known and beautiful fjords: Trollfjord. Or go sailing and paddling if you are up for a softer adventure.
Henningsvær
Into the heart of Lofoten Islands
Ideal spot to buy Lofoten’s most authentic and beautiful souvenirs, from glasswork, to stockfish, to artisanal candles. You can hop in the cozy café Klatrekafeen, located on the left side on the main street of Henningsvær, with delicious home-made fish soup. At the end of the village, you find a football field. Visit this cozy and vibrant fishing village on your journey!
Lofotr Viking Museum
Feel and row like a Viking
In the museum, you can see Vikings making handicrafts, such as blacksmiths, weaving, and wood carpentry. Test your skills during a game of axe- throwing and dress up as a Viking! On the lake, you can embark on an authentic sailing vessel and help with rowing.
Flakstad beach
Surfing the Arctic waves
Lofoten is known for its ‘Arctic Surf’. Amateurs and professionals try their luck in the ice-cold water to master the waves.
During this 15 minutes photo stop, you can stroll along the beach, look out over the waves to the surfers and hop into Lofoten Beach Camp for some hot drink and sandwich. Lofoten Beach Camp is also a camping terrain.
Nusfjord
Go back in time
Experience the charm of Nusfjord, a UNESCO-nominated village nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of Lofoten. Immerse yourself in its rich history as you explore art galleries, indulge in food experiences, and embark on fishing trips and Rigid Inflatable Boats tours. The best part? Entrance to this picturesque village is included in your bus ticket.
Moskenes/Bodø
Easy connection between bus and ferry
Visiting Bodø and Lofoten has never been easier, thanks to the connection of the Arctic Route buses with the departure and arrival of the ferry in Moskenes/Bodø.
o Arrival of the Arctic Route bus: 14:30 / departure of the ferry to Bodø: 14:45
o Arrival of the ferry from Bodø to Moskenes: 14:15 / departure of the Arctic Route bus from Moskenes: 15:00
Å i Lofoten
The end of the road
This village is named after the last letter of the Norwegian alphabet, as it is the last village on Lofoten’s west coast. If that is not the true story, it is a great invented one at least. Stay over in Å in one of the many rorbuers, enjoy the world-best cinnamon buns (made in a wood- heated oven), and hop on one of the ferries for a daytime tour to the surrounding mountains and islands, such as Varøya.