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Maihaugen
Museum complex at nearby Maihaugen in Lillehammer with extensive historic buildings and exhibitions on Norwegian everyday life.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gardermoen to Vinstra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gardermoen to Vinstra will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 2 trains from Gardermoen to Vinstra, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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.

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Trains from Gardermoen to Vinstra run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:35, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 3:35 |
Last train 23:38 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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The table below shows live departures for Gardermoen to Vinstra 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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![]() | 14:25 Gardermoen | 2h49 | 17:14 Vinstra | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:28 Gardermoen | 2h32 | 19:00 Vinstra | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:38 Gardermoen | 2h47 | 1:25 Vinstra | 0 changesdirect | |
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Museum complex at nearby Maihaugen in Lillehammer with extensive historic buildings and exhibitions on Norwegian everyday life.
Regional open-air museum presenting historic farm buildings, interiors and local culture from Gudbrandsdalen near Vinstra.
Olympic museum in Lillehammer covering winter sports history, memorable games moments and Norwegian sporting culture.
Mountain village area above Vinstra, popular for hiking, skiing and broad views, with easy access to trails and seasonal activities.
Well-known mountain road and hiking area offering wide highland views, summer walking and classic scenery in the Rondane region.
Central area of Vinstra with shops, services and an easy base for seeing the town and nearby valley scenery on foot.
Rakfisk is trout fermented for months, then eaten raw with flatbread, sour cream and onion. It is a prized inland Norwegian speciality in Gudbrandsdalen.
Spekemat is cured meats such as fenalår and sausages, often served with flatbread and sour cream. It is a classic festive meal in mountain valleys.
Rømmegraut is a rich sour-cream porridge topped with butter, sugar and cinnamon. It is a traditional celebratory dish across Gudbrandsdalen.
Casual café and bakery in Vinstra serving coffee, sandwiches, cakes and light lunches in a relaxed town-centre setting.
Established hotel restaurant offering Norwegian dishes and familiar international options in a comfortable, traditional setting.
Well-known local stop for pizza, grilled dishes and casual meals, popular for an easy sit-down option in central Vinstra.
Vinstra is costly by European standards. Hotels, dining and rail travel tend to be pricier than in similar small towns, though budget groceries and cafés help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional and uncommon.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gardermoen to Vinstra by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vinstra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gardermoen to Vinstra trains use the to Vinstra station pair. Use this guide to compare Gardermoen and Vinstra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Vinstra has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Vinstra.
ATMs are available at Vinstra.
Available at Vinstra: Parking.
Available at Vinstra: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vinstra.