Oslo to Lillehammer at a glance
For Oslo to Lillehammer, the regional train RE10 is the simplest choice. It runs from Drammen and Oslo S via Oslo airport (Gardermoen), Eidsvoll, Hamar, Brumunddal and Moelv to Lillehammer, so most places on the east side of Lake Mjøsa are on the same line. The timetable below is valid from 10 August to 12 December 2026.
By car, the E6 is the main road and passes Mjøsbrua near Moelv. By bus, you can reach the Hafjell area in about three hours from Oslo. Once you are at the lake, the Lake Mjøsa road trip shows how the stops link up, and in summer the Skibladner paddle steamer timetable and tickets add a trip on the water.
Train, bus or car from Oslo
The three ways compared.
| Option | Route | Time | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train RE10 | Oslo S or Oslo airport to Lillehammer via Hamar, Brumunddal and Moelv | About 2 h 11 min from Oslo S in the timetable example | Seat reservation is offered; the price depends on your journey |
| Bus VY146 | Oslo to Øyer, then a short walk to Hafjell | About 3 hours, plus about 10 minutes on foot | For Hafjell; not a replacement for the train to Lillehammer |
| Car | E6 over Mjøsbrua near Moelv | Varies | Tolls on the E6; the time depends on your starting point and traffic |
For most visitors, the train is the better choice: it runs straight from the airport, stops in the towns around the lake and leaves parking worries behind. Take the car if you plan the full loop around the lake or stay in a remote spot.
Tours and activities after you arrive
Museums, family parks, lake trips and outdoor activities around Lillehammer and Lake Mjøsa, with live prices and availability.
By train from Oslo to Lillehammer
The RE10 timetable valid from 10 August to 12 December 2026 shows the pattern. In the example, a train leaves Lillehammer at 09:15, reaches Hamar at 10:05 and leaves again at 10:11, arrives at Oslo airport at 11:03 and at Oslo S at 11:26. That is 2 hours 11 minutes from Lillehammer to Oslo S and 1 hour 48 minutes to the airport. Allow roughly the same in the other direction, and check your own departure, because not every train takes exactly as long.
Tickets are sold through a price search by journey rather than as one fixed fare, so there is no single price to quote for Oslo to Lillehammer. Seat reservations are offered on the RE10 and the RE30. Do not assume you must reserve; check the options when you buy.
From Oslo airport to Lake Mjøsa
You do not need to go into Oslo first.
Straight from the airport
The RE10 stops at Oslo airport, so you can board there and ride to Hamar, Brumunddal, Moelv or Lillehammer. From Lillehammer, the airport takes 1 hour 48 minutes in the timetable example.
Hamar guide →
To Hunderfossen
With a valid rail ticket to Hunderfossen station, you get 20 percent off the regular park day ticket. The journey must be at least from Moelv to Hunderfossen, the refund is paid at the guest service when you show both tickets, and it cannot be combined with an already reduced ticket.
Hunderfossen guide →
To Hafjell
From Lillehammer the bus takes about 15 minutes. From Oslo, the bus VY146 to Øyer takes about 3 hours, followed by a walk of about 10 minutes to the ski area. Times can differ on the day.
To Gjøvik
Gjøvik is not on the Oslo to Lillehammer train line. In summer you can sail there from Hamar or Lillehammer on the paddle steamer, for example Gjøvik to Hamar for NOK 345 one way in 2026. Otherwise check your connection or travel by car.
Gjøvik guide →
Driving from Oslo to Lake Mjøsa and tolls
Examples of toll stations on the E6 between Gardermoen and Moelv.
| Toll station | Full price | With a toll agreement |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesund to Hedmark grense | NOK 29 | NOK 23.20 |
| Akershus grense to Skaberud | NOK 30 | NOK 24 |
| Jønsberg | NOK 29 | NOK 23.20 |
| Vien N, Bergshøgda and Økelsrud | NOK 23 each | NOK 18.40 each |
These are example rates, not a total for the drive. Your vehicle class and toll agreement change the price, so add up the stations on your own route. The drive time depends on where you start in Oslo and on traffic, so there is no fixed figure. The old Mjøsbrua is the crossing today. A new E6 section with a new bridge between Moelv and Roterud is still in planning.
Planning a longer trip through Norway? The Norwegian fjords guide is the place to start for the fjords, and the where to stay page helps you choose a base at the lake.
Oslo to Lillehammer: frequently asked questions
How long does the train from Oslo to Lillehammer take?
In the autumn 2026 timetable, a train leaving Lillehammer at 09:15 arrives at Oslo S at 11:26, which is 2 hours 11 minutes. Plan on a similar time in the other direction and check your own departure.
Does the train go from Oslo airport to Lillehammer?
Yes. The RE10 stops at Oslo airport (Gardermoen) and continues via Eidsvoll, Hamar, Brumunddal and Moelv to Lillehammer.
Do I have to reserve a seat?
Seat reservations are offered on the RE10, but you should not assume they are compulsory. Check the options when you buy your ticket.
Are there tolls between Oslo and Lillehammer?
Yes, the E6 has several toll stations, for example NOK 29 at Minnesund to Hedmark grense and NOK 30 at Akershus grense to Skaberud at the full price. Rates are lower with a toll agreement.
Is this an official website?
No. This is an independent guide to Lake Mjøsa. It is not run by a railway company, a road authority or a tourist board.