Arctic Route Tromsø - Narvik - Tromsø

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Wolves in snowy surroundings, representing one of the experiences available along the journey between Tromsø and Narvik.
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Ski touring in the alpine winter landscape around Narvik, with views of mountains and fjords.
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Green northern lights reflected in the water on a clear winter night in Northern Norway.
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An Arctic Route bus at Narvik station on the bus route between Tromsø and Narvik.
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Visitors enjoying views of the snow-covered mountain landscape in Narvik.
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An exhibition about Narvik’s wartime history at a museum in Narvik.
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An Arctic Route bus travelling on a snowy road between Tromsø and Narvik.
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Map of the Arctic Route bus journey between Tromsø and Narvik, showing stops along the route in Northern Norway.
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Prices from

1200 NOK

per person

Travel by bus between Tromsø and Narvik through the Arctic landscapes of Northern Norway. The route passes places including Nordkjosbotn, Bardufoss, Polar Park and Gratangen and can be booked in either direction.

General information

This route is operated by Arctic Route, part of Best Arctic.

The route operates daily from 1 December to 31 March. The complete journey between Tromsø and Narvik takes approximately four hours, although delays may occur due to Arctic weather and road conditions.

You can book the full journey or travel between selected stops along the route. From Narvik, you can connect with trains to destinations including Kiruna, Abisko and Stockholm. Please note that the bus does not wait for delayed trains.

Stops along the route:

• Tromsø – Prostneset Bus Terminal
• Nordkjosbotn – Vollan Gjestestue
• Buktamoen
• Bardufoss Hotell
• Polar Park
• Lapphaugen
• Gratangen – Langmyra car park
• Narvik Station
• Scandic Narvik
• Quality Hotel Grand Royal

From Tromsø:

Meet at 8:45 AM (08:45) at Prostneset Bus Terminal, Samuel Arnesens gate 5. The bus departs at 9 AM (09:00).

The bus arrives at Narvik Station at 12:45 PM (12:45), Scandic Narvik at 12:47 PM (12:47) and Quality Hotel Grand Royal at 12:50 PM (12:50).

From Narvik:

The bus departs from Narvik Station at 2 PM (14:00), Scandic Narvik at 2:02 PM (14:02) and Quality Hotel Grand Royal at 2:05 PM (14:05).

The bus arrives at Prostneset Bus Terminal in Tromsø at 6 PM (18:00).

Included:

• Bus transport for the booked section of the route
• Free Wi-Fi
• USB charging points
• Toilet on board
• English-speaking driver

Not included:
• Food and drinks
• Activities and entrance tickets along the route
• Train tickets from Narvik

You may bring your own food, snacks and drinks on board.

Luggage: Each passenger may bring one piece of hand luggage that must fit beneath the seat or in the overhead rack, as well as one larger piece of luggage weighing up to 23 kg. The combined height, length and width of the larger item must not exceed 200 cm.

Age limit: There is no age limit. Child seats must be arranged in advance by contacting [email protected].

Pets: Pets are not permitted on board. Guide dogs are allowed.

Skis and snowboards: Ski and snowboard equipment may be brought by prior arrangement with Best Arctic. Send your request to [email protected] before travelling.

Important: The stops are not necessarily marked with Arctic Route signs. Look for a red bus displaying the Arctic Route logo, and check the location of your stop before departure.

Prices from

1200 NOK per person

Facilities

  • Family-friendly
  • Bus (up to 50 passengers)
  • ISO 14001
  • Environmentally certified
  • Eco-Lighthouse
  • Green Travel

About Best Arctic

Best Arctic offers year-round activities, transport services and travel packages across Northern Norway and the wider Arctic region.


Best Arctic is a locally based activity provider and destination management company with its office in Tromsø. The company was established under the Best Arctic name in 2022, building on the experience of Tromsø Safari and Bussring.



With more than 18 years of experience in tourism, Best Arctic offers activities throughout the year, including Northern Lights tours, dog sledding, whale watching and sightseeing tours. The company also provides accommodation, travel packages and cross-border transport services connecting destinations in Norway, Sweden and Finland.



Best Arctic works closely with local landowners, activity providers, guides and other suppliers. The company aims to contribute to tourism that benefits both visitors and local communities, today and in the future.


Visit Tromsø
Phone: +47 776 10 000
Email: [email protected]
Best Arctic
Phone: +47 953 03 888
Email: [email protected]
Web: https://bestarctic.com/
Samuel Arnesens gate 5, 9008 Tromsø

Memberships and certifications

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