Hønefoss travel guide
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You're Going to Love Hønefoss
With a population of 13,678, Hønefoss is a must-see destination in Buskerud, Norway. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Hønefoss to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Hønefoss
How to Get to Hønefoss
Plane
Although Hønefoss doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Oslo Airport (OSL), which is located 47 km from Hønefoss.
Train
Train is the most popular train carrier serving Hønefoss, followed by FlixTrain. The train journey from Hønefoss to Kristiansand takes 4h 34m and costs around £26 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Stavanger, expect to pay about £29 for a 9h 11m trip. The train station in Hønefoss is called Hønefoss, and is located 0.5 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Hønefoss is to pick up a car hire from Oslo, which is about 39 km from Hønefoss. You’ll find branches of Budget and Hertz, among others, in Oslo.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hønefoss, including Vy Bus, FlixBus and Vy. From Gothenburg, the bus ride to Hønefoss takes 338 km and will cost you around £33. From Stockholm, the ticket costs about £43 for a journey of 716 km.
Airlines serving Hønefoss
Where to stay in popular areas of Hønefoss
Most booked hotels in Hønefoss
Hiring a car in Hønefoss
Expect to pay £1.70 per litre in Hønefoss (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.37 and £27.15. The most frequently booked car type in Hønefoss is Compact (Ford Focus Wagon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Volkswagen up! or similar) is, on average, 30% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.