Getting Around
Public transport in Stavanger consists mainly of a comprehensive bus network that runs from a main terminal in the city centre. Single tickets are available but visitors planning a lot of travel may consider a day pass good value, or even the seven-day pass.
Taxis are available but rates are fairly high. Additional charges of up to 45% apply at night and on weekends. Many visitors opt to hire cars as driving in Stavanger is relatively easy for experienced drivers who are familiar with Norway's traffic laws. Luckily, the city centre is fairly compact and many attractions are within walking distance.
Airports
Stavanger Airport
The airport is situated seven miles (11km) from Stavanger City.
Stavanger Airport (SVG)
Location
The airport is situated seven miles (11km) from Stavanger City.Getting to the city
There are bus services available to and from both Stavanger and Sandnes, with tickets costing around NOK 160 and NOK 130 respectively. A Kolumbus airport bus also travels to and from the airport to surrounding areas for about NOK 35. Taxis also operate out of the airport.
Time
Local time is GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March and the last Sunday in October).Car rental
Car rental agencies represented at the airport include Hertz, Budget, Europcar, Sixt, and Avis.
Airport Taxis
Taxis are available outside the Arrivals Hall. The journey to central Stavanger takes roughly 20 minutes.
Facilities
Facilities at the airport include a lost and found, tax refund desk, a bank and ATMs, luggage storage, an airport hotel, and conference facilities. Disabled assistance is available. There are also a variety of shops, restaurants, and bars.
Parking
P4, located in the multi-level parking garage, charges NOK 75 per hour, NOK 320 per day, NOK 990 per week, and NOK 50 per day after one week. P7 and P8 are farthest from the terminal, and charge daily rates of NOK 190 and NOK 125 respectively. Lot P8 is the cheapest for long-term parking, charging NOK 450 for the first week and NOK 30 per day thereafter.