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Bergen to Hjerkinn

Updated: March 11, 2024 12:20 PM
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Bergen to Hjerkinn - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official language of Norway is Norwegian. However, English is widely spoken and understood in most tourist areas.

Currency

The official currency of Norway is the Norwegian krone (NOK).

Distance

The distance between Bergen and Hjerkinn is approximately 400 kilometers (249 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Hjerkinn from Bergen:

  • By train: The train journey from Bergen to Hjerkinn takes about 6 hours and 30 minutes. There are several trains per day.
  • By bus: The bus journey from Bergen to Hjerkinn takes about 7 hours. There are several buses per day.
  • By car: The drive from Bergen to Hjerkinn takes about 5 hours and 30 minutes.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Bergen to Hjerkinn will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year. However, here are some general estimates:

  • Train: A one-way train ticket from Bergen to Hjerkinn costs around NOK 500 (USD 55).
  • Bus: A one-way bus ticket from Bergen to Hjerkinn costs around NOK 300 (USD 33).
  • Car: The cost of gasoline for a one-way trip from Bergen to Hjerkinn is around NOK 500 (USD 55).

Best time to go

The best time to visit Hjerkinn is during the summer months (June-August) when the weather is mild and the days are long. However, Hjerkinn is also a popular destination for winter sports, so if you're looking to ski or snowboard, the best time to visit is during the winter months (November-March).

What to Eat

Hjerkinn is home to a number of restaurants and cafes that serve a variety of Norwegian cuisine. Some of the most popular dishes include:

  • Fårikål: A traditional Norwegian dish made with lamb and cabbage.
  • Rømmegrøt: A porridge made with sour cream and flour.
  • Vafler: Norwegian waffles served with jam and whipped cream.

Where to Go

Hjerkinn is a small town, but there are a number of things to see and do in the area:

  • Hjerkinn Train Station: The Hjerkinn Train Station is a historic building that is now a museum.
  • Hjerkinn Church: The Hjerkinn Church is a beautiful wooden church that was built in 1876.
  • Dovrefjell National Park: Dovrefjell National Park is a large national park that is home to a variety of wildlife, including reindeer, musk ox, and wolves.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Bergen to Hjerkinn:

  • How long does it take to get from Bergen to Hjerkinn? The journey from Bergen to Hjerkinn takes about 6 hours and 30 minutes by train, 7 hours by bus, and 5 hours and 30 minutes by car.
  • How much does it cost to get from Bergen to Hjerkinn? The cost of traveling from Bergen to Hjerkinn will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year. However, here are some general estimates: Train: NOK 500 (USD 55); Bus: NOK 300 (USD 33); Car: NOK 500 (USD 55).
  • What is the best time to visit Hjerkinn? The best time to visit Hjerkinn is during the summer months (June-August) when the weather is mild and the days are long. However, Hjerkinn is also a popular destination for winter sports, so if you're looking to ski or snowboard, the best time to visit is during the winter months (November-March).

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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