Norway Fjords by Train: Bergen, Flåm Railway & Fjord Trip Options
Explore Norway's fjords by train from Bergen, including the Bergen Railway, Flåm Railway, Nærøyfjord, Gudvangen and easy train-and-cruise itineraries.
Travelling through Norway’s fjords by train is one of the best ways to turn transportation into part of the experience.
From Bergen, you can ride across mountain landscapes on the Bergen Railway, change onto the famous Flåm Railway, descend towards the fjord and continue by boat through Nærøyfjord to Gudvangen.
That combination is what makes this part of Western Norway so appealing.
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Can You See the Norwegian Fjords by Train?
Yes — but usually not by train alone.
The railway is best used as one part of a combined itinerary.
The most popular structure is:
Bergen → Myrdal → Flåm → Nærøyfjord → Gudvangen
or the same route in reverse.
What Is the Bergen Railway?
The Bergen Railway connects Bergen with Oslo across the mountains of southern Norway.
For fjord travellers, the most important section is between Bergen and Myrdal, where passengers change onto the Flåm Railway.
What Is the Flåm Railway?
The Flåm Railway connects Myrdal high in the mountains with Flåm at fjord level.
Along the route, expect valleys, waterfalls, steep mountains, rivers, farms and rapid changes in elevation.
Bergen to Flåm by Train
There is no single direct train from Bergen to Flåm.
The route is:
Bergen → Myrdal → Flåm
At Myrdal, you change from the Bergen Railway onto the Flåm Railway.
Is Bergen to Flåm by Train Worth It?
Yes, especially for first-time visitors.
The strongest version of the trip continues by boat through Nærøyfjord instead of taking the railway back in reverse.
Best Train + Fjord Route from Bergen
For most first-time visitors:
Bergen → Myrdal → Flåm → Nærøyfjord cruise → Gudvangen → Bergen
This gives you Bergen Railway, Flåm Railway, Flåm, Aurlandsfjord, Nærøyfjord and Gudvangen without unnecessary backtracking.
Can You Combine the Flåm Railway with a Fjord Cruise?
Yes. This is one of the most popular ways to explore the area.
The railway shows you mountain landscapes and waterfalls; the fjord cruise gives you water-level views of cliffs, settlements and Nærøyfjord.
Flåm Railway or Nærøyfjord Cruise: Which Is Better?
Choose the Flåm Railway if you love trains, mountain scenery and engineering.
Choose the Nærøyfjord cruise if you love boat trips, dramatic fjord landscapes and Gudvangen.
If you have a full day, the best answer is usually both.
Can You Visit Gudvangen by Train?
Not directly.
There is no railway station in Gudvangen. Instead, reach Gudvangen by bus, coach, car or fjord cruise.
Can You Visit Viking Village on a Train-and-Fjord Trip?
Yes.
A logical itinerary is:
Bergen → Myrdal → Flåm Railway → Flåm → Nærøyfjord → Gudvangen → Viking Village → Bergen
This gives you scenic railway, dramatic fjord cruise and Viking history in one day.
Is the Bergen Railway Scenic?
Yes.
From Bergen, the line passes fjord-side scenery and valleys before climbing towards Myrdal. The broad Hardangervidda plateau lies farther east on the Oslo route; a Bergen–Myrdal journey does not cover the whole plateau crossing.
Can You Do Bergen, Flåm Railway and Nærøyfjord in One Day?
Yes.
A typical structure is:
Morning
Train from Bergen to Myrdal.
Late morning
Flåm Railway to Flåm.
Midday
Time in Flåm.
Afternoon
Nærøyfjord cruise to Gudvangen.
Late afternoon/evening
Return towards Bergen.
Can You Add Viking Village in One Day?
Yes, but the timetable becomes tighter.
A strong version is:
Bergen → Myrdal → Flåm → cruise → Gudvangen → Viking Village → Bergen
Can You Do the Route Independently?
Yes.
You can book the Bergen Railway, Flåm Railway, fjord cruise and bus separately.
The connections need to fit, so independent travel requires careful planning. Use Vy’s Bergen Line information and journey planner, the cruise operator’s timetable, and the onward bus schedule before paying for separate tickets. Allow a transfer margin, and verify village opening hours if adding Gudvangen’s attraction.
Should You Take an Organised Tour?
An organised package can be easier if this is your first visit, especially if you only have one day and don’t want to manage multiple timetables.
Independent travel is better if you want flexibility or may stay overnight. The Bergen Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway tour is one coordinated alternative, with a coach journey for part of the Bergen–Voss corridor. Its route may run in either direction.
Best Two-Day Train and Fjord Itinerary
Day 1
Bergen → Myrdal → Flåm
Explore Flåm and stay overnight.
Day 2
Flåm → Nærøyfjord → Gudvangen
Visit Viking Village and continue to Bergen or onward through Norway.
Train vs Boat from Bergen to Flåm
Choose the train for Flåm Railway, mountain scenery and faster access.
Choose the boat for a long Sognefjord journey, slow travel and an overnight stay.
Final Thoughts
Seeing the Norwegian fjords by train works best when you don’t think of the railway as simple transportation.
The Bergen Railway carries you through the mountains. The Flåm Railway drops you towards the fjord. The Nærøyfjord cruise then takes you through the landscape at water level. Gudvangen adds Viking history.
That is why the strongest itinerary is:
Bergen → Myrdal → Flåm → Nærøyfjord → Gudvangen → Bergen.
Compare all transport modes in our Bergen to Flåm guide, then plan the Flåm–Gudvangen cruise and bus connection.
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