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Port guide: compare transport from Trondheim

Trondheim, Norway 32 transport option(s) compared
60 min Recommended return before ship
Port exit : Easy

Trondheim

Port call at Trondheim (Norway). Leaving the port is straightforward and the town centre is walkable from the pier. The cheapest option, Walk to Solsiden / Nedre Elvehavn, is free, and the fastest takes around 5 min. A ship shuttle is also available, at around 20,00 €.

Norway’s third-largest city. The terminal is 2 km from the historic centre. Nidaros Cathedral (a pilgrimage site) and the Bryggen district of Trondheim.

Trondheim Cruise Terminal – Nedre Elvehavn
Cheapest option Free Walk to Solsiden / Nedre Elvehavn
Fastest option 5 min Walk to Solsiden / Nedre Elvehavn
Simplest option Walk to Solsiden / Nedre Elvehavn Very simple
Ship shuttle 20,00 € Please contact the company for further information.

Practical tips

  • AtB buses to the city centre
  • Taxis available
  • Nidaros Cathedral is a 30-minute walk away
  • Bicycles available for hire

Warnings

  • The terminal is a short distance from the centre, but is still within walking distance
  • Changeable weather
  • Some attractions are closed during the low season

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Best option summary

By choosing your cruise line's official shuttle, you opt for complete peace of mind: even if it isn't the cheapest option, this transfer is treated as an excursion, which means the ship will wait for the shuttle before setting sail.

Ship shuttle 20,00 €

Please contact the company for further information.

Recommended local alternative Walk to Solsiden / Nedre Elvehavn

Free - 5 min - free

Immediate access to the restaurants, cafés and quays of Nedre Elvehavn

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Choose whether you want to stay near the port, reach a connection, or go on a longer excursion.

Transport options

32 option(s) shown for Trondheim

Walk to Solsiden / Nedre Elvehavn

Solsiden / Nedre Elvehavn

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Immediate access to the restaurants, cafés and quays of Nedre Elvehavn

Attention point

A modern neighbourhood, less historic than Bakklandet or Nidaros

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; a very straightforward option as soon as you leave the port

Source : Trondheim Port Authority: https://trondheimhavn.no/en/havn/trondheim-en/ | Visit Trondheim: https://visittrondheim.no/en/

Walk to Rockheim

Rockheim

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 8 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

A modern museum near the terminal, ideal in bad weather

Attention point

A particular interest in popular music

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; a nice, short visit near the quay

Source : Rockheim: https://rockheim.no/en | Trondheim Port Authority: https://trondheimhavn.no/en/havn/trondheim-en/

Walk to Trondheim Central Station

Trondheim Central Station

Walk Station / airport
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Quick access to trains, regional buses and connections

Attention point

Not very useful without a scheduled public transport route

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; a convenient station for Værnes, Stjørdal or regional excursions

Source : Bane NOR Trondheim S: https://www.banenor.no/en/traffic-and-travel/railway-stations/-t-/trondheim-s/ | Trondheim Port Authority: https://trondheimhavn.no/en/havn/trondheim-en/

Walk to Bakklandet

Bakklandet

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

A picturesque historic district with cafés and wooden houses

Attention point

Cobbled streets are less convenient for suitcases or wheelchairs

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; cross over to the Bakklandet district from Nedre Elvehavn

Source : Visit Trondheim Bakklandet: https://visittrondheim.no/en/activities-attractions/neighbourhoods/bakklandet/ | Visit Trondheim: https://visittrondheim.no/en/

Walk to Ravnkloa

Ravnkloa / Munkholmen ferry terminal

Walk Station / airport
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 18 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Provides access to the seafront and the ferry to Munkholmen

Attention point

A slightly less direct route from Nedre Elvehavn

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; useful for catching the ferry to Munkholmen during the season

Source : Munkholmen boat: https://www.munkholmen.no/english | Visit Trondheim Munkholmen: https://visittrondheim.no/en/activities-attractions/sightseeing/munkholmen/

Walk to Torvet

Torvet / Trondheim city centre

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 18 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct access to the heart of the city centre

Attention point

Not as close as Solsiden

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; a convenient hub for shopping, cafés and getting your bearings

Source : Visit Trondheim: https://visittrondheim.no/en/ | Trondheim Port Authority: https://trondheimhavn.no/en/havn/trondheim-en/

Walk to Gamle Bybro

Gamle Bybro / Old Town Bridge

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 18 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

A popular spot for taking photos of the River Nidelva

Attention point

Very busy during visiting hours

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; to be combined with Bakklandet and Nidaros

Source : Visit Trondheim: https://visittrondheim.no/en/ | Visit Norway Trondheim: https://www.visitnorway.com/places-to-go/trondelag/trondheim/

Taxi to Nidaros Cathedral

Nidaros Cathedral

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 20,00 €
Estimated duration 8 min
Frequency available at the port or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

A quick trip to Trondheim’s main landmark

Attention point

Not really necessary if you can walk

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; convenient for those with reduced mobility or in bad weather

Source : Nidaros Cathedral: https://www.nidarosdomen.no/en | Trøndertaxi: https://trondertaxi.no/

Taxi to Kristiansten Fortress

Kristiansten Fortress

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 25,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency available at the port or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Avoid walking up to the fortress

Attention point

More expensive than walking

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; check the weather and visibility before setting off

Source : Hop On Kristiansten: https://hopon.no/attractions/trondheim/kristiansten-fortress/ | Trøndertaxi: https://trondertaxi.no/

Taxi to Trondheim Airport Værnes

Trondheim Airport Værnes

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 90,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency available or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct transfer to the airport

Attention point

High cost compared to train or bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct journey from A to B; book in advance if the ferry is full or there is a connecting flight

Source : Avinor Trondheim Airport: https://www.avinor.no/en/airport/trondheim/ | Trøndertaxi: https://trondertaxi.no/

Walk to Nidaros Cathedral

Nidaros Cathedral

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency free
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Free access to Trondheim’s main landmark from the quay

Attention point

Moderate walking involved; tickets required for some visits

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; allow time to visit the cathedral and the Archbishop’s Palace

Source : Nidaros Cathedral: https://www.nidarosdomen.no/en | Visit Trondheim top 10: https://visittrondheim.no/en/get-inspired/top-10-things-to-do-in-trondheim/

Bus to Nidaros Cathedral

Nidaros Cathedral

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 4,00 €
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency regular service according to AtB timetables
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

A quick option if you want to avoid walking

Attention point

Not really necessary if you enjoy walking around town

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Simplified direct route from A to B; check the route and exact stop with AtB on the day

Source : AtB: https://www.atb.no/en/ | Nidaros Cathedral: https://www.nidarosdomen.no/en

Bus to the Ringve Music Museum

Ringve Music Museum

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 4,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency regular service according to AtB timetables
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

An interesting cultural attraction in the north-east of the city

Attention point

Less central than Rockheim

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Simplified direct route from A to B; check opening hours and the AtB route

Source : Ringve Music Museum: https://ringve.no/en | AtB: https://www.atb.no/en/

Bus to Sverresborg Trøndelag Folk Museum

Sverresborg Trøndelag Folk Museum

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 4,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency regular service according to AtB timetables
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Affordable access to a large open-air museum

Attention point

Less direct than a taxi

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Simplified direct route from A to B; check the AtB line and the final stop before departure

Source : AtB: https://www.atb.no/en/ | Sverresborg Museum: https://sverresborg.no/en

Train from Trondheim S to Trondheim Airport Værnes

Trondheim Airport Værnes Station

Train Station / airport
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency regular, in accordance with train timetables
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

A convenient and affordable public transport option to the airport

Attention point

You need to make your way to Trondheim S from the platform

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct journey from Trondheim S to A-B; please check timetables and platform before departure

Source : Avinor Trondheim public transport: https://www.avinor.no/en/airport/trondheim/info/public-transportation/ | Bane NOR Trondheim S: https://www.banenor.no/en/traffic-and-travel/railway-stations/-t-/trondheim-s/

Boat to Munkholmen

Munkholmen Island

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 15,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency seasonal, departures at set times depending on the service
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

A short, iconic trip through the fjord

Attention point

Seasonal and subject to ferry timetables

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; the boat departs from Ravnkloa / Munkegata 70 – please check the season and timetables

Source : Munkholmen official: https://www.munkholmen.no/english | Munkholmen boat: https://www.munkholmenbat.no/

Private hire car to Nidaros Cathedral

Nidaros Cathedral

Private car (VTC) Near the port
Estimated cost 20,00 €
Estimated duration 8 min
Frequency on request, dynamic pricing
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Convenient and quick access to the historic centre

Attention point

Dynamic prices possible on cruise days

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; useful in bad weather or for those with reduced mobility

Source : Uber Trondheim: https://www.uber.com/global/en/r/cities/trondheim-trondelag-no/ | Nidaros Cathedral: https://www.nidarosdomen.no/en

Bus to Trondheim Airport Værnes

Trondheim Airport Værnes

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 20,00 €
Estimated duration 40 min
Frequency regular, according to Værnes-Ekspressen or AtB
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct transfer to the airport, including luggage

Attention point

More expensive than some public transport routes

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; check the nearest stop to the port and the timetable based on your flight

Source : Værnes-Ekspressen: https://en.vaernesekspressen.no/ | Avinor Trondheim: https://www.avinor.no/en/airport/trondheim/info/public-transportation/

Taxi to Sverresborg Trøndelag Folk Museum

Sverresborg Trøndelag Folk Museum

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 35,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency available or by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct access to the open-air museum

Attention point

More expensive than the bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; check opening times before setting off

Source : Sverresborg Museum: https://sverresborg.no/en | Trøndertaxi: https://trondertaxi.no/

Taxi to the Ringve Music Museum

Ringve Music Museum

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 35,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency available or by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Quick access to a renowned music museum

Attention point

Less central than Rockheim

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; check opening hours and return journey

Source : Ringve Music Museum: https://ringve.no/en | Trøndertaxi: https://trondertaxi.no/

Private hire car to Sverresborg Trøndelag Folk Museum

Sverresborg Trøndelag Folk Museum

Private car (VTC) Near the port
Estimated cost 35,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency on request or by private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

A direct and flexible route to the museum

Attention point

More expensive than the bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; please check timetables before booking

Source : Uber Trondheim: https://www.uber.com/global/en/r/cities/trondheim-trondelag-no/ | Sverresborg Museum: https://sverresborg.no/en

Private hire car to Trondheim Airport Værnes

Trondheim Airport Værnes

Private car (VTC) Station / airport
Estimated cost 85,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency on request or by private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct transfer with a fixed or agreed price

Attention point

Availability varies upon arrival

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; please confirm the meeting point upon leaving the port

Source : Uber Trondheim: https://www.uber.com/global/en/r/cities/trondheim-trondelag-no/ | Avinor Trondheim Airport: https://www.avinor.no/en/airport/trondheim/

Walk to Kristiansten Fortress

Kristiansten Fortress

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency free
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

A beautiful view of Trondheim and the fjord

Attention point

Expect a climb from the centre

Accessibility : moyenne, montée vers la forteresse

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; comfortable shoes are recommended, especially in wet weather

Source : Visit Trondheim: https://visittrondheim.no/en/ | Hop On Kristiansten: https://hopon.no/attractions/trondheim/kristiansten-fortress/

Bus to Tyholttårnet

Tyholttårnet / Egon Tower

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 4,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency regular service according to AtB timetables
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

A unique view of Trondheim and the fjord

Attention point

Not quite as unmissable as Nidaros or Bakklandet

Accessibility : moyenne, arrêt et marche finale à vérifier

Practical tip : Simplified direct route from A to B; check the route and the nearest stop with AtB

Source : AtB: https://www.atb.no/en/ | Visit Trondheim: https://visittrondheim.no/en/

Bus to Lade / Korsvika

Korsvika Beach / Lade

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 4,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency regular service according to AtB timetables
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Access to a local coastal area and nature

Attention point

Not a top priority for a short stopover

Accessibility : moyenne, arrêt et marche finale à vérifier

Practical tip : Simplified direct route from A to B; check the nearest stop with AtB

Source : AtB: https://www.atb.no/en/ | Visit Trondheim: https://visittrondheim.no/en/

Gråkallbanen tram to Lian

Lian / Bymarka

Metro Distant excursion
Estimated cost 4,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency regular service according to AtB timetables
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

A unique way to experience nature and Bymarka

Attention point

Less suitable if you only want to visit the town centre

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Simplified direct route from A to B: take the Gråkallbanen tram from the city centre to Lian; check the timetable

Source : AtB tram: https://www.atb.no/en/ | Visit Trondheim by bus tram: https://visittrondheim.no/en/how-to-get-here/by-bus-tram/

Train from Trondheim S to Stjørdal

Stjørdal Station

Train Station / airport
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 40 min
Frequency regular, in accordance with train timetables
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Day trip or single regional journey

Attention point

Limited tourist appeal for a first stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check return timetable before departure

Source : Bane NOR Trondheim S: https://www.banenor.no/en/traffic-and-travel/railway-stations/-t-/trondheim-s/ | Visit Trondheim: https://visittrondheim.no/en/

Train from Trondheim S to Hell Station

Hell Station

Train Distant excursion
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency regular, in accordance with train timetables
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

An unusual and easy outing for a souvenir photo

Attention point

Very limited tourist appeal beyond the name

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; a fun option if the return journey is convenient

Source : Bane NOR Trondheim S: https://www.banenor.no/en/traffic-and-travel/railway-stations/-t-/trondheim-s/ | Entur: https://entur.no/

Taxi to Lian / Bymarka

Lian / Bymarka

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 50,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency available or by reservation
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Easy access to nature and the trails at Bymarka

Attention point

You’ll need to make arrangements if you’re staying for a long time

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; check the weather and plan your return time

Source : Visit Trondheim: https://visittrondheim.no/en/ | Trøndertaxi: https://trondertaxi.no/

Private hire car to Lian / Bymarka

Lian / Bymarka

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 50,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency on request or by private booking
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Flexible access to nature near Trondheim

Attention point

Return not guaranteed without a booking

Accessibility : moyenne, retour à organiser

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book the return if stopover time is limited

Source : Uber Trondheim: https://www.uber.com/global/en/r/cities/trondheim-trondelag-no/ | Visit Trondheim: https://visittrondheim.no/en/

Train from Trondheim S to Støren

Støren Station

Train Station / airport
Estimated cost 14,00 €
Estimated duration 55 min
Frequency regular, in accordance with train timetables
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Rail link to the interior of Trøndelag

Attention point

Not particularly useful for a standard cruise stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; to be used mainly for connections or specific requirements

Source : Bane NOR Trondheim S: https://www.banenor.no/en/traffic-and-travel/railway-stations/-t-/trondheim-s/ | Entur: https://entur.no/

Taxi to Stiklestad National Cultural Centre

Stiklestad National Cultural Centre

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 240,00 €
Estimated duration 95 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

A major historical site in Trøndelag

Attention point

Long journey and high cost

Accessibility : moyenne, longue excursion

Practical tip : Direct journey from A to B; bookings only accepted for journeys with a long stopover and a confirmed return flight

Source : Stiklestad: https://stiklestad.no/en/ | Trøndertaxi: https://trondertaxi.no/

Indicative data based on local sources and field estimates.