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Narvik War Museum
Main museum on Narvik’s wartime history, with modern exhibitions on the 1940 battles and civilian experiences. Essential for local context.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gällivare to Narvik is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gällivare to Narvik will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 trains from Gällivare to Narvik, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 198 km distance in an average of 4 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
98 SJ InterCity
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Trains from Gällivare to Narvik run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:58, the last at 15:48. The fastest train covers the 198 km distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 198 km |
Average train duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 7:58 |
Last train 15:48 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Gällivare to Narvik trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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98 SJ InterCity | 8:08 Gällivare resecentrum | 4h29 | 12:37 Narvik stasjon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Main museum on Narvik’s wartime history, with modern exhibitions on the 1940 battles and civilian experiences. Essential for local context.
Museum at the cable car base presenting the Ofoten railway, ore transport and engineering history that shaped Narvik’s growth.
Local museum on Skjomen’s farming, fishing and everyday life. A smaller stop with regional history beyond the town centre.
Mountain area above town reached by cable car or hiking trails. It is Narvik’s signature viewpoint for fjord, peaks and seasonal outdoor activities.
Central square by the harbour and shopping streets. It is a practical starting point for walks, people-watching and views across the water.
Town waterfront with promenades, port views and easy access to the centre. A pleasant area for a short walk in most seasons.
Air-dried cod, often from Northern Norway, served as a simple protein-rich staple. It reflects the region’s long fishing and drying traditions.
Unsalted dried fish softened before eating, traditionally cod. A classic northern preserved food linked to Arctic fishing culture.
Arctic char from cold northern waters, usually pan-fried or cured. It is prized locally for its clean flavour and strong Sámi and northern ties.
Casual brewpub known for house beers, burgers and hearty dishes in a lively central setting.
Established Asian restaurant offering sushi and Japanese dishes in a relaxed, reliable town-centre setting.
Well-known restaurant at Scandic Narvik serving modern Nordic dishes with wide views and a polished hotel atmosphere.
Narvik is costly even by Nordic standards; hotels, eating out and alcohol are pricey, while local buses are more manageable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up; tipping in cafés is optional.
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Most Gällivare to Narvik trains use the Gällivare resecentrum to Narvik stasjon station pair. Use this guide to compare Gällivare and Narvik train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gällivare resecentrum has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fjällnäs, Vassara Grillen
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gällivare resecentrum. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gällivare resecentrum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gällivare resecentrum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gällivare resecentrum: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gällivare resecentrum: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Scandic Gällivare, Quality Hotel Lapland, Grand Hotel Lapland.
Narvik stasjon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Fiskehallen Restaurant, Peppes Pizza Narvik
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Narvik stasjon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Narvik stasjon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Narvik stasjon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Narvik stasjon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Narvik stasjon: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Scandic Narvik, Quality Hotel Grand Royal, Thon Hotel Narvik.
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