Arctic Route Tromsø - Senja - Lofoten

By Best Arctic
Prices from

260 NOK

per adult

In summer 2025, travel by bus and ferry between the Capital of the Arctic Tromsø, Senja, Andøya, Vesterålen and the towns of Svolvær and Kabelvåg in Lofoten.

General information

The Arctic Route: Explore Northern Norway This Summer


The Arctic Route buses offer an incredible opportunity to explore the majestic beauty of Northern Norway this summer. With stops at some of the most popular and picturesque destinations along the way, you can enjoy the experience to the fullest. Travel between Tromsø and Lofoten, with stops at places like Mefjord, Ersfjordbotn beach, and Hamn on the fairytale island of Senja, as well as Andenes and Bleik beach in beautiful Vesterålen.


With daily departures at all stops, you can plan your journey to discover the wonders of the region at your own pace. Thanks to the reliability and convenience of the Arctic Route buses, your journey will be safe, comfortable, and stress-free. Choose between one-way tickets, return tickets, or plan stopovers at several places with full flexibility in departure dates.


On the Tromsø – Lofoten – Tromsø route, you can travel across a large area from Tromsø to Kabelvåg/Svolvær in Lofoten, using both buses and public ferries (ferry tickets are included).


Is this the route for you?
This route is perfect for travelers who want complete freedom to explore and plan as they go, without limitations, restrictions, or fixed schedules.


Where can I go?
Find the full itinerary with all stops and time schedules here.


Example route: Tromsø – Kabelvåg
(19 stops in total, selected highlights below):



  • Departure Tromsø: 08:45

  • Ferry Brensholmen (Kvaløya) – Botnhamn (Senja): 10:45 – 11:30

  • Mefjord Brygge: 12:10

  • Ersfjord Beach: 12:45

  • Hamn i Senja: 12:25

  • Ferry Gryllefjord (Senja) – Andenes (Vesterålen): 15:00 – 16:40

  • Bleik Golf Course: 17:20

  • Sortland Bus Station: 19:20

  • Ferry Melbu – Fiskebøl: 20:20 – 20:55

  • Svolvær (Lofoten): 21:45

  • Nyvågar Rorbuhotel, Kabelvåg: 21:55



Travel Passes
With a 4-, 7-, or 10-day travel pass, you can hop on/off along this route—and also on the Narvik – Å (Lofoten) – Narvik route—as many times as you like. Learn more about the travel passes on the Best Arctic homepage.


Luggage
Each passenger may bring one item of hand luggage that fits under the seat or in the overhead rack, and one larger item (max combined dimensions: 200 cm, max weight: 23 kg). For special luggage, please make a request in advance.


Season
June 15th – August 14th

Prices from

260 NOK per adult

Facilities

  • Suitable for children and families
  • Toilet facilities on bus
  • Bus (up to 50 persons)
  • Eco certified
  • Eco-Lighthouse
  • Child 0+
  • Child 4+
  • Child 6+
  • Child 12+
  • 8+ hours
  • Green travel

About Best Arctic

Life-changing experiences – The Arctic Way 

We put our heart and soul into delivering life-changing experiences based on quality and authenticity to you – The Arctic Way.


Best Arctic is a newly established Destination Management Company, covering the northern areas of Norway, Sweden, and Finland. The company was founded based on Bussring and Tromsø Safari.



With more than 17 years of experience in the tourism industry, we aim to inspire and offer you the best arctic experience ever: from winter to summer, all year round, single activities (northern lights tours, dog-sledding, whale watching, sightseeing tours, among many other exciting tours), accommodation, packages, cross-border bus transportation, and unforgettable experiences.



Our philosophy is based on maintaining our strong local connection by tight cooperation and involvement with local landowners, activity operators, guides, and other suppliers. We strongly believe in contributing to a better tourism destination for our guests and the locals, not only for today but, even more importantly, for the future.



Best Arctic has currently 18 employees operating out of our hubs/offices in Tromsø and Narvik.


Visit Tromsø
Phone: +47 776 10 000
Email: [email protected]
Arctic Route / Best Arctic
Phone: +47 953 03 888
Email: [email protected]
Web: https://bestarctic.com/
Sjøgata 7, 9259 Tromsø

Memberships and certifications

Green Travel