How to get from Skien to Luster by bus and train?

From Skien to Luster by bus and train

To get from Skien to Luster in Norway, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the RE11 train from Skien Stasjon station to Sandvika Stasjon station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the VY170 bus and finally take the 860 bus from Helgheim station to Galden station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 8 hr 31 min. The bus and train schedule from Skien may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Luster on the Moovit app.

511min
Walk to train station
Train - RE11RE11
Bus - VY170VY170
Bus - 860860
Walk to Luster
Leaves from Skien Stasjon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Skien Stasjon
    1.33 km • 20 min
  • 2
    Train - RE11RE11
    Wait for train
    RE11
    Eidsvoll
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sandvika Stasjon
    123 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sandvika Bussterminal
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - VY170VY170
    Wait for bus
    VY170
    Førde
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Helgheim
    288 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Helgheim
    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 860860
    Wait for bus
    860
    Gaupne
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Galden
    20 min
  • 10
    Walk to Luster
    Walk to
    Luster
    2.51 km • 32 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Skien to Luster

The distance between Skien, Norway and Luster, Norway is approximately 482.55 km, which can typically be travelled in 511 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Skien to Luster by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Norway – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Skien to Luster

To check the bus and train schedule from Skien to Luster using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Skien) and destination (Luster), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Skien to Luster?

    The fastest way takes 511 minutes, using Train line RE11, Bus line VY170, Bus line 860.

  • Is there a direct train between Skien and Luster in Norway?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 8 hr 31 min.

  • Which train line goes from Skien to Luster in Norway?

    The RE11 train line goes from Skien Stasjon station near Skien to Sandvika Stasjon station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Sandvika Stasjon station near Luster in Norway.

  • How long does it take to travel from Skien to Luster in Norway by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Skien and Luster in Norway by train and bus is about 8 hr 31 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Skien to get to Luster in Norway?

    Get on the RE11 train from the Skien Stasjon station near Skien in Norway.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Skien and Luster in Norway?

    Get off the train at the Sandvika Stasjon stop, which is closest to Luster in Norway.

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