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Bus between Gudvangen and Voss

Winding road and river through lush misty mountain valley.

Bus journey through the Nærøydalen Valley

  • A direct bus connection between Gudvangen and Voss
  • Travel through the scenic Nærøydalen valley
  • Easy access to the fjords without a car
Starting points
Gudvangen or Voss
Duration
1 hr 5 min
Season
1 May - 31 March
From 200 NOK
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About this route

This bus route between Gudvangen and Voss takes you through the narrow Nærøydalen Valley, surrounded by steep mountains, rivers along the road, and waterfalls falling from the cliffs.
Gudvangen sits at the end of the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord, one of the narrowest fjords in Norway. Voss is a mountain town with a train stop along the Bergen Line, linking the fjord region to Bergen and Oslo.
You can travel in either direction:
  • From Gudvangen to Voss bus terminal, by the railway station
  • From Voss bus terminal to Gudvangen
Your ticket is valid for a single, one-way journey. The route takes around 1 hour.
Please note that bus tickets must be booked in advance, since tickets can’t be purchased on board.

Things to do near Gudvangen and Voss

If you are spending time in the area, there are several activities and experiences to enjoy nearby.
Bright gondolas ride Voss Gondol line over green hills and fjord, with sweeping valley views below.
Voss Gondola
Voss • 1 hr 30 min
From 360NOK
7 January - 18 October
Getting amazing view over the UNESCO Nærøyfjord on the hike to Rimstigen
Summer favorite
UNESCO Nærøyfjord hike
Multiple locations • 7 hr
From 3350NOK
21 May - 31 October
Person kayaking in a yellow kayak on calm water, surrounded by green hills and mountain cliffs, with a waterfall in the background.
Half-day kayak tour in Gudvangen
Gudvangen • 4 hr 30 min
From 1195NOK
6 April - 30 September
Group hiking Royal Post Road scenic trail Norwegian fjords mountains blue sky summer day
Postal road hike
Multiple locations • 6 hr
From 4450NOK
15 May - 25 September
Group dressed in Viking-style clothing, posing outdoors with snow-dusted mountains, cabins, and cloudy sky in the background.
Viking Village Njardarheim in Gudvangen
Gudvangen • 2 hr
From 250NOK
Available all year
A group of six people actively rafting in turbulent water, paddling through strong waves.
White water rafting with lunch in Voss
Voss • 3 hr 30 min
From 1885NOK
9 May - 11 October
Group of smiling hikers posing with majestic mountains behind them.
Nærøydalen Heritage Trail
Multiple locations • 5 hr
From 3350NOK
15 May - 31 October
Two smiling kayakers in a yellow tandem kayak on calm blue water, surrounded by green hills and waterfalls in a peaceful fjord.
Sea kayaking day tour in Gudvangen
Gudvangen • 7 hr 30 min
From 1396NOK
6 April - 30 September
A father and daughter paddling together in a red inflatable boat through mild rapids.
Family rafting in Voss
Voss • 3 hr
From 920NOK
18 May - 11 October
Group of hikers resting on grassy hillside, smiling and admiring panoramic view of valley with farms and roads.
Guided viking trail hiking in Voss
Voss • 6 hr
From 3190NOK
15 May - 31 October
Small wooden cabin at Kiellandsbu with grass roof on sunlit hillside, overlooking rugged valley and calm fjord
Guided hiking trip to Kiellandbu from Voss
Voss • 7 hr
From 3190NOK
10 June - 31 October
Child looks out from a cable car over a lake town, with green hills and farmlands under a sunny sky.
Voss Gondola & Mountain Platter
Voss • 1 hr 30 min
From 875NOK
11 May - 30 September
Two snowshoers climb past gondola tower in snowy landscape.
Snowshoe hiking at Hanguren in Voss
Voss • 5 hr
From 3190NOK
12 December - 20 April
Group hikes through snowy forest with tall pine trees.
Snowshoe hiking Raundalen in Voss
Voss • 7 hr
From 3190NOK
1 December - 20 April
Traditional Norwegian charcuterie board featuring local cured meats, artisan cheeses, fresh grapes and sausages served at Hanguren Restaurant in Voss
The Voss Mountain Feast
Voss • 2 hr
From 399NOK
6 February - 12 October