The Arctic Train - Ofoten Line
The line stretches from Narvik in Nordland to Kiruna in Sweden and is Norway's most northerly railway. From the ice-blue fjord in Narvik to the bare mountains in Sweden, there are a number of historical events that form a dramatic backdrop for the experience.
An unforgettable journey
With towering mountains, dramatic waterfalls and fantastic views of the fjord, this journey goes through a beautiful and wild arctic landscape. The train makes several stops along the way to ensure you get the most out of the trip, and with the help of the "Voice of Norway" app you can listen to the history of the places you pass on the journey.
Ofotbanen
The construction of the Ofotbanen started at the end of the 19th century and stretched a couple of years into the next century. The railway was built to ensure access to an ice-free export port for the huge iron ore deposits from northern Sweden. Itinerant workers, so-called "rallers" sought their fortune in what was referred to as Europe's "Klondyke", and at most over 5,000 people were involved in the construction of the track.
A rich and dramatic history
As an export route for Europe's largest and most important iron ore deposits, the route was particularly important to control during the Second World War. Therefore, the myth of the warfare during the Battle of Narvik took place in the immediate vicinity of the railway. The history connected with the development of the railway, together with the acts of war in 1940, forms a dramatic backdrop for the train journey.
Stations: (Autumn 2022: Narvik-Bjørnfjell-Narvik)
Distances from Narvik Station:
- Narvik harbour: 1,9 kilometres
- Narvik Gondola: 2,3 kilometres
- Narvik War Museum: 800 metres
- Scandic Narvik: 1 kilometres
- Quality Hotel Grand Royal: 400 metres
Tickets & Prices
Tickets can be purchased at Narvik Train Station or onboard the train. Our staff are available 30 mins. before our departures.
Ticket prices one-way/round trip
Adult – NOK 360/520
Children (4-15 years) - NOK 90/130
Children (0-4 years) - Free
Other prices
Dogs – NOK 150/225
Bicycle - NOK 150/225
Contact
Can we help you with anything? We are happy to hear from you. For general questions, please contact our support.
Our offices are located at Narvik Railway Station. Stop by or use the contact info below to reach us.
The Arctic Train
Narvik Railway Station
Stasjonsveien 1
8514 Narvik
NORWAY
Facts Ofoten Line
- Ofototen Line total lenght. Narvik harbour - Riksgränsen | 43 (42.66) km
- Arctic Train. Narvik Harbour - Bjørnefjell | 36.72 km
- Number of train stations/stops personal transport | 5
- Number of tunnels | 20
- Official opening of the Ofoten Line | 14 July 1903
- Total tonnage of goods on the Ofoten Line annually | 23 million tons