Operator profile

Vy

Vy (formerly NSB, rebranded in 2019) is Norway's principal state-owned rail operator. It runs the country's most celebrated sleeper service, the Bergensbanen night train between Oslo and Bergen, and is introducing new Stadler-built sleeper trains from 2026.

Founded
2019
Operator
Norway
Booking & tickets
Sales open ~90 days ahead
Official website

Key facts

Overview

Type 5 sleeping cars with 2-berth private compartments and 2nd-class seating; new Stadler trains entering service from 2026.

Baggage

Standard free baggage allowance.

Boarding

No formal check-in; board at the platform.

Cancellation

Refundability depends on fare tier purchased.

The Oslo-Bergen night train does not run on Saturday nights.

Rail passes

EurailYes
InterrailYes

Reservation compulsory; berth supplement applies.

Routes operated

How to book Vy

  1. Check the route and date on our route page, then note the cabin you want.
  2. Go to the operator’s own booking site — we never resell or mark up fares.
  3. Pick your cabin: prices rise as the train fills, so book early for the lowest fare.
  4. Bring photo ID for border crossings, and arrive a few minutes before departure — there is no airport-style check-in.
Check availability

We link to the operator — we never mark up the fare.

Frequently asked questions

How far in advance can you book Vy?

Tickets usually go on sale around 90 days before departure, and the cheapest fares go first.

Does Vy accept Interrail and Eurail passes?

Reservation compulsory; berth supplement applies.

What cabins does Vy offer?

Vy sells Seat, Sleeper Cabin. Comfort and privacy differ a lot between them.

What is the luggage policy on Vy?

Standard free baggage allowance.

Can I cancel or change a Vy ticket?

Refundability depends on fare tier purchased.

Which routes does Vy run?

We track 1 Vy routes, including Oslo–Bergen.