Myrdal: Flåm Railway, Hiking and the Rallarvegen

When looking for a hotel for a trip to Myrdal, consider your arrival and planned routes together. The railway station is 867 metres above sea level on the Bergen Line; train services run towards Bergen, Flåm and Oslo S. Myrdal has no road access. Planning here therefore depends particularly on train connections and the options for exploring the surrounding area on foot or by bike.

Getting there and finding your way

Myrdal also has no direct bus service. If you want to combine bus and train, you can take a bus to Flåm or nearby railway stations such as Voss, then change to a train there. Before travelling, check the connections that apply to your travel date, as transport information can change. When planning your overnight stay, it helps to arrange your arrival and onward journey first, then decide how much time to set aside for the Flåm Railway, a hike or a bike ride.

Take the Flåm Railway to Flåm

The Flåm Railway runs downhill from Myrdal station to Flåm, at the end of the Aurlandsfjord. The journey takes about an hour and stops at eight stations. It includes a five-minute photo stop at Kjosfossen. This lets you plan the train journey as a separate block of time, apart from the walks and bike rides between Myrdal and Flåm. Check the timetable and stop information before travelling, as operating details can change.

Hiking: compare times and routes

There are good options for shorter walks around the railway station. Myrdal also has hiking routes for all experience levels. One route with a specified distance leads from Myrdal to Kaldaklovfossen: it is 8.9 kilometres long and takes about two and a half hours. Actual walking time varies with conditions. A longer hiking option is the Rallarvegen from Myrdal to Flåm, at 19.5 kilometres and almost seven hours.

The figures show two different time frames: a route of about two and a half hours and a hike that can take almost a whole day. When comparing your plans, consider the estimated duration as well as the distance. The walking times given are estimates and may vary depending on conditions.

The Rallarvegen on foot or by bike

The Rallarvegen leads from Myrdal to Flåm and can also be explored by bike; the ride is estimated to take about two hours. It begins on a somewhat rocky path and then follows the Flåmselvi past wooded slopes, meadows and waterfalls. Cycling time may vary with conditions. For the same route, this means comparing an approximately two-hour bike ride with an almost seven-hour hike as separate time options.

When cycling, pay particular attention to the stretch through Klevagjelet towards Myrdal: it is steep and partly unprotected, and cyclists are advised to dismount. The Rallarvegen is designated a cultural heritage site and is an important part of Norway’s cultural heritage. The route thus combines practical tour planning with a recognised cultural and historical connection.

Season and scenery

The area around the railway station looks different in each season: in winter, there are views of snow-covered mountains; in summer, the sun is reflected in the Flåmselvi. These seasonal impressions complement the route information when planning a trip to Myrdal. Consider whether you want to spend most of your time on the railway journey, shorter walks, or a longer hike or bike ride.

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