Tromsø
Arctic Route Tromsø - Senja - Lofoten
In summer 2026, travel by bus and ferry between the Capital of the Arctic Tromsø, Senja, Andøya, Vesterålen and the towns of Svolvær and Kabelvåg in Lofoten.
The Arctic Route: Explore Northern Norway This Summer
The Arctic Route buses offer an incredible opportunity to explore the majestic beauty of Northern Norway this summer. With stops at some of the most popular and picturesque destinations along the way, you can enjoy the experience to the fullest. Travel between Tromsø and Lofoten, with stops at places like Mefjord, Ersfjordbotn beach, and Hamn on the fairytale island of Senja, as well as Andenes and Bleik beach in beautiful Vesterålen.
With daily departures at all stops, you can plan your journey to discover the wonders of the region at your own pace. Thanks to the reliability and convenience of the Arctic Route buses, your journey will be safe, comfortable, and stress-free. Choose between one-way tickets, return tickets, or plan stopovers at several places with full flexibility in departure dates.
On the Tromsø – Lofoten – Tromsø route, you can travel across a large area from Tromsø to Kabelvåg/Svolvær in Lofoten, using both buses and public ferries (ferry tickets are included).
Is this the route for you?
This route is perfect for travelers who want complete freedom to explore and plan as they go, without limitations, restrictions, or fixed schedules.
This route is perfect for travelers who want complete freedom to explore and plan as they go, without limitations, restrictions, or fixed schedules.
Where can I go?
Find the full itinerary with all stops and time schedules here.
Find the full itinerary with all stops and time schedules here.
Example route: Tromsø – Kabelvåg
(19 stops in total, selected highlights below):
(19 stops in total, selected highlights below):
- Departure Tromsø: 08:45
- Ferry Brensholmen (Kvaløya) – Botnhamn (Senja): 10:45 – 11:30
- Mefjord Brygge: 12:10
- Ersfjord Beach: 12:45
- Hamn i Senja: 12:25
- Ferry Gryllefjord (Senja) – Andenes (Vesterålen): 15:00 – 16:40
- Bleik Golf Course: 17:20
- Sortland Bus Station: 19:20
- Ferry Melbu – Fiskebøl: 20:20 – 20:55
- Svolvær (Lofoten): 21:45
- Nyvågar Rorbuhotel, Kabelvåg: 21:55
Travel Passes
With a 4-, 7-, or 10-day travel pass, you can hop on/off along this route—and also on the Narvik – Å (Lofoten) – Narvik route—as many times as you like. Learn more about the travel passes on the Best Arctic homepage.
With a 4-, 7-, or 10-day travel pass, you can hop on/off along this route—and also on the Narvik – Å (Lofoten) – Narvik route—as many times as you like. Learn more about the travel passes on the Best Arctic homepage.
Luggage
Each passenger may bring one item of hand luggage that fits under the seat or in the overhead rack, and one larger item (max combined dimensions: 200 cm, max weight: 23 kg). For special luggage, please make a request in advance.
Each passenger may bring one item of hand luggage that fits under the seat or in the overhead rack, and one larger item (max combined dimensions: 200 cm, max weight: 23 kg). For special luggage, please make a request in advance.
Season
June 15th – August 14th
June 15th – August 14th
Source: Visit Tromsø-Region
Arctic Route Tromsø - Senja - Lofoten