The cheapest and fastest trains from Trondheim to Otta
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trondheim to Otta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trondheim to Otta will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 4 trains that leave Trondheim for Otta on Sun, Jun 14, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 190 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Sun, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 3 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:17 PM3h37Trondheim1:54 AMOtta$341One-way0 transfers
9:17 PM3h37Trondheim12:54 AMOtta$361One-way0 transfers
11:06 AM3h15Trondheim2:21 PMOtta$561One-way0 transfers
6:17 AM3h05Trondheim9:22 AMOtta$591One-way0 transfers
6:17 AM3h05Trondheim9:22 AMOtta$591One-way0 transfers
11:06 AM3h15Trondheim2:21 PMOtta$561One-way0 transfers
10:17 PM3h37Trondheim1:54 AMOtta$341One-way0 transfers
9:17 PM3h37Trondheim12:54 AMOtta$361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Trondheim to Otta
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trondheim to Otta among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $28.
Distance: 118 miles (190 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Trondheim to Otta:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Trondheim to Otta costing on average $50 (€40).
Other travel options to Otta take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 49m.
The journey is about 9m faster (3h 17m by train vs 3h 26m by car) and roughly $33 (€27) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($44 (€35) vs $76 (€62)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SJ Nord, Sj Nord.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Trondheim to Otta train times
The table below shows live departures for Trondheim to Otta trains for today, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:27 PM Trondheim | 3h14 | 4:41 PM Otta | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:27 PM Trondheim | 3h14 | 5:41 PM Otta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 14 | |||||
![]() | 6:17 AM Trondheim | 3h05 | 9:22 AM Otta | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs SJ Nord?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SJ Nord, but also compare tickets for the likes of Sj Nord to find the best option for your trip from Trondheim to Otta.
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- Official reseller: SJ Nord tickets can only be bought on Omio or SJ Nord's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for SJ Nord tickets. Raileurope, Rome2rio or Trainline do not sell SJ Nord tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Trondheim to Otta.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Trondheim to Otta
Trains from Trondheim to Otta run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:57, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (190 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 118 miles (190 km) |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 2:57 AM |
Last train 11:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SJ Nord, Sj Nord from Trondheim to Otta trainsSJ Nord, Sj Nord trains will get you between Trondheim and Otta from $23 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Trondheim to Otta
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trondheim to Otta by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Otta, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Trondheim to Otta
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Sjøgangen.
- Restaurant Frida
- Egon Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- NOK 10
- Scandic Nidelven
- Clarion Hotel Trondheim
- Comfort Hotel Trondheim
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Oslo, Sweden, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 1
- Airport Express Coach
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