City in Rogaland, Norway
Getting around Stavanger
How to get around Stavanger
The center and old town are compact and walkable; Kolumbus buses and ferries cover the rest. For Preikestolen, take the ferry to Tau and the Preikestolen bus.
Ways to get around Stavanger
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Kolumbus buses and ferries | About 40–55 NOK single | Use the Kolumbus app; ferries serve the Ryfylke islands |
| Preikestolen ferry and bus | About 200–400 NOK return | Ferry to Tau plus bus to the trailhead; about 1 h 15 each way |
| Bike rental | About 200–300 NOK per day | Hilly in places; seafront path is flat |
Taxis in Stavanger
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. Taxis are metered and expensive; book by phone or a local taxi app. The center is walkable.
Arriving in Stavanger
Stavanger Airport (Sola) (SVG)
Flybussen to the center in about 25–30 min, around 150 NOK; taxi 400–600 NOK.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. EEA licences are valid; most others work for short visits if in Latin script, otherwise carry an IDP.
- Onward travel in Norway: Vy trains run Oslo–Bergen, Trondheim and Stavanger; fjord and Arctic regions rely on buses, car ferries, coastal ships and short flights.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Stavanger?
No ride-hailing apps work here. Taxis are metered and expensive; book by phone or a local taxi app. The center is walkable.
What's the best way to get around Stavanger?
The center and old town are compact and walkable; Kolumbus buses and ferries cover the rest. For Preikestolen, take the ferry to Tau and the Preikestolen bus.
How do I get from the airport to Stavanger?
Flybussen to the center in about 25–30 min, around 150 NOK; taxi 400–600 NOK.
Is Stavanger walkable?
Very walkable.
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Sources
- Entur journey planner
- Vy (trains)
- Kolumbus
- Avinor Stavanger Airport
- Region Stavanger
- Stavanger University Hospital
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