The cheapest and fastest trains from Oslo to Otta
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£53
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£53
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 28 m
Trains on 05 Sept
2
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oslo to Otta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oslo to Otta will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 2 trains from Oslo to Otta, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 217 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 33 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.
F68:023h23Oslo Central Station11:25Otta£531One-way0 changes
F614:023h33Oslo Central Station17:35Otta£531One-way0 changes
F68:023h23Oslo Central Station11:25Otta£531One-way0 changes
F614:023h33Oslo Central Station17:35Otta£531One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oslo to Otta
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oslo to Otta among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £38, while a coach costs an average of £53.
Distance: 217 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price | £79 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Oslo to Otta:
A train is £16 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Oslo to Otta costing on average £53.
Other travel options to Otta take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 0m.
Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £79 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £41. The journey takes 3h 33m versus 3h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with SJ Nord, Norwegian Railways (VY).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Oslo to Otta train times
The table below shows live departures for Oslo to Otta trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
F6 | 8:02 Oslo Central Station | 3h23 | 11:25 Otta | 0 changesdirect | |
F6 | 14:02 Oslo Central Station | 3h33 | 17:35 Otta | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Oslo to Otta by train or coach
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Why should you book Oslo to Otta trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SJ Nord?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SJ Nord, but also compare tickets for the likes of Norwegian Railways (VY) to find the best option for your trip from Oslo to Otta.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SJ Nord with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Oslo to Otta.
Why book with Omio over Raileurope, Rome2rio or Trainline?
- Official reseller: SJ Nord tickets can only be bought on Omio or SJ Nord's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for SJ Nord tickets. Raileurope, Rome2rio or Trainline do not sell SJ Nord tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Oslo to Otta.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Oslo to Otta
Trains from Oslo to Otta run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:11, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 217 km distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 217 km |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 3:11 |
Last train 23:07 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: SJ Nord, Norwegian Railways (VY) from Oslo to Otta trainsSJ Nord, Norwegian Railways (VY) trains will get you between Oslo and Otta from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SJ Nord
Norwegian Railways (VY)
FAQs: Oslo to Otta train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oslo to Otta 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 Otta, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oslo and Otta
Most Oslo to Otta trains use the Oslo Sentralstasjon to Otta station pair. Use this guide to compare Oslo and Otta train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oslo station do trains to Otta leave from?
Getting to Oslo Sentralstasjon from Oslo city centre
Oslo Sentralstasjon train station facilities and services
Oslo Sentralstasjon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Egon Byporten, Bella Bambina Ristorante
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oslo Sentralstasjon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Oslo Sentralstasjon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oslo Sentralstasjon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oslo Sentralstasjon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oslo Sentralstasjon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station, Thon Hotel Opera, Scandic Byporten.
Oslo S Trelastgata train station facilities and services
Oslo S Trelastgata has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oslo S Trelastgata: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Otta station do trains from Oslo arrive at?
Otta train station facilities and services
Otta has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Hotel.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Otta.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Otta: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Otta.
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