Accessible transport
Most of Oslo's transport is adapted to different levels of disability. Here you will find detailed information which will help you when travelling within Oslo.
Ruter – public transport
Ruter runs Oslo's public transport service.
Metros
The metro (T-bane) is the mode of transport which is the most accessible for wheelchair users in Oslo. They have plenty of room for wheelchairs (including motorized ones) and prams right inside the doors.
NB! Some metro stations are unfortunately less accessible than others. Many wheelchair users have reported that Nationaltheatret T-banestasjon is less accessible to wheelchairs, particularly motorised ones.
If you need to travel to the area surrounding Nationaltheatret in a wheelchair, it is recommended that you ride in the middle of the train. The distance between the train and the platform is greatest at the front and the back of the platform.
Stortinget metro station may be a better option for some travellers. Stortinget is located only 500 metres away from Nationaltheatret.
When you're on the platform, the incoming metro line as well as its final station are announced on the speakers.
Once inside the metro, the next station is announced on speakers as well.
The line number, the end station and the next station are also displayed aboard the metro. You can see the full metro map above all of the doors.
Tram
The tram has low floors. Theres is room for wheelchairs and prams.
Line number, end station, and next station are announced on all trams, including an external announcement for the passengers waiting on the platform.
Bus
All of Oslo's city buses (mostly red buses) have low floors. There is most room for wheelchairs and prams within the middle doors. The buses are equipped with wheelchair ramps, and most buses can be lowered by the driver to accommodate boarding.
Some of the buses travelling outside Oslo and in the surrounding region (mostly green buses) can have higher floors and be more difficult to board independently as a wheelchair user and with a pram.
The next few stations are displayed on screens in the bus, and the next stop is announced aboard.
Ferries and boats
B10 between Nesodden and Aker Brygge: Easy to get on and off with a wheelchair and with a pram.
B11, B20, B21 and B22: Have ramps which can be lifted up and down, but may be a little steep by low tide.
B1 and B2 to the islands: Wheelchairs and prams can get on and off, but this may be a little more difficult by low tide. Some of the islands are not adapted for wheelchair users.
Transport to and from Oslo Airport
It is easy to get public transport between Oslo Airport and Oslo Central Station. You can choose between two different train services, Flytoget and Vy Regiontog. Both services have wagons accessible to wheelchair users, including safety straps and accessible toilets.
If you need assistance at the airport, you can contact ISS Assistansetjeneste (call them minimum 48 hours ahead at +47 64 82 19 00). If you need assistance at Oslo Central Station, you can call BaneNor 24 hours ahead at +47 47 77 00 98.
More about airport transport
Taxi
Wheelchair users with a collapsible wheelchair can use regular taxis at no additional cost.
For wheelchair in which the user must stay seated, and which need to be securely strapped in the vehicle, Oslo Taxi offers maxi-taxis at an additional cost.
Oslo Taxi also offers cars specifically for allergic customers. These have special cleaning requirements, and have not been used to transport animals.
Due to these allergen-free cars, it is recommended that you call Oslo Taxi ahead of time if you need to bring a service dog along with you on the ride. This way, the taxi company can make sure to send you a car in which your dog can accompany you.
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