Getting around Lofoten

Questions

Is there public transport in Lofoten?

Yes. Reis Nordland lists bus routes across Lofoten, including route 300 from Å through Leknes and Svolvær to Narvik, and local boats such as the Reinefjorden route. Visit Lofoten notes that schedules change between winter and summer.

Which bus goes from Svolvær to Henningsvær?

Route 18-743 (Svolvær – Kabelvåg – Henningsvær), operated by Boreal Buss for Nordland county. Check the Reis app or Reis Nordland's timetable page for departures.

How far is it from Svolvær to Reine?

About 121 km by road on the E10 (approximate, OSRM on OpenStreetMap data, 2026-09-16).

Are there car ferries between the Lofoten islands?

Not on the main road. Visit Lofoten notes there are no car ferries between Moskenes and Fiskebøl; the islands are linked by bridges and tunnels on the E10.

Which app shows Lofoten bus times?

Visit Lofoten recommends Reis, the Reis Nordland app, which shows connections across buses, ferries and express boats and sells most tickets. Entur's app and entur.no also cover Nordland routes.

How do you get around Lofoten without a car?

Use buses, boats and taxis. The Reis app shows routes and sells most tickets, more cheaply than paying on board, and the Travel Pass Nordland covers unlimited bus and express boat travel for seven days. Route 300 follows the E10 from Narvik to Å, local routes reach villages such as Henningsvær and Ballstad, and taxis can be pre-booked.

Where can I find bus timetables for Lofoten?

Bus and boat timetables for Lofoten are in the Reis Nordland travel planner and the Reis app, which also sells tickets. Schedules differ between winter and summer, so check the dates on each timetable. Route 300, Lofotekspressen, runs between Å, Leknes, Svolvær, Evenes airport and Narvik.

How do you get from Svolvær to Reine?

By car, follow the E10 south-west for about 123 km to the Reine turn-off. By public transport, bus route 300, Lofotekspressen, runs along the E10 between Svolvær, Leknes and Å and can be taken towards Reine; check times in the Reis app, as timetables change between seasons.

How far is Leknes from Reine?

About 56 km along the E10, crossing Flakstadøya and passing Ramberg. Bus route 300 and a local Å–Leknes route both run between Leknes and the Reine area; timetables vary by season, so check the Reis app before relying on a connection.

How far is Henningsvær from Svolvær?

Henningsvær is about 25 km from Svolvær, reached by a side road off the E10 that crosses bridges onto its islands. Local bus route 18-743 runs Svolvær–Kabelvåg–Henningsvær several times a day. Visit Lofoten asks drivers to use the large car parks and explore the village on foot.

How far is Leknes from Svolvær?

About 67 km along the E10, crossing Gimsøya on the way. Route 300 and a separate Svolvær–Leknes bus both connect the two towns, and each has an airport with Widerøe flights to Bodø. Check the Reis app for current bus times.

How can I check road conditions in Lofoten?

Use Statens vegvesen's traffic map, which shows closed roads, the status of mountain passes, bridges and tunnels, and live webcams. Check the weather forecast on yr.no as well: in winter, exposed points such as the Gimsøy bridge can close in strong wind, and there is no quick detour off the E10.

Where can you charge an electric car in Lofoten?

Visit Lofoten recommends the app A Better Route Planner, which maps current charging stations, for planning an electric-car trip in Lofoten. It notes that the number of charging points grows each year, so check the app for up-to-date locations rather than relying on older lists.

Do you have to pay for parking in Lofoten?

Often, yes. Paid parking is most common in Vågan, Flakstad and Moskenes, and Visit Lofoten suggests downloading the EasyPark app. Read nearby signs, since some car parks use their own payment systems. Passing places marked with an 'M' are for letting vehicles pass, not for parking or taking photos.

Are there taxis in Lofoten?

Yes. Visit Lofoten lists taxi services covering Svolvær and Leknes airports, plus the airport on Røst and the heliport on Værøy, and a Lofoten Taxi app. It advises pre-booking a taxi for your arrival and departure, and notes taxis are useful when you need more flexible timing than buses allow.