Information about the train drivers’ strike
The train driver strike is ongoing and is now escalating. On this page, you will find an overview of affected lines, as well as practical information and answers to frequently asked questions.
Escalation of the train driver strike starting Monday 5 October
The Norwegian Locomotive Drivers' Union has announced an escalation of the train driver strike starting Monday, 5 October.
Many train drivers based in Kongsvinger will be participating in the strike, meaning that train services particularly on the Kongsvinger Line will be affected. We will update the information here and in the journey planner once we have details regarding which trains are affected.
How the strike affects train customers
The services and lines affected may vary from day to day. The overview below shows which train lines are affected. We will update the overview as new information becomes available. The journey planner has been updated through Wednesday 7 October.
We cannot provide alternative transport during a strike.
Friday 2 October
These are the affected lines and the number of departures that will be cancelled on each line.
Eastern Norway:
- L1 Spikkestad–Lillestrøm: 27 (17,8%)
- L2 Stabekk–Ski: 29 (19%)
- R12 Kongsberg–Eidsvoll: 2 (5%)
- R13 Drammen–Dal: 12 (15,4%)
- R21 Stabekk–Moss: 19 (25%)
- RE10 Drammen–Lillehammer: 28 (65,1%)
- RE11 Skien–Eidsvoll: 6 (11,5%)
- RE20 Oslo S–Halden/Göteborg: 18 (29,5%)
Saturday 3 October
These are the affected lines and the number of departures that will be cancelled on each line.
Eastern Norway:
- L1 Spikkestad–Lillestrøm: 21 (26,9%)
- L2 Stabekk–Ski: 26 (23,6%)
- R12 Kongsberg–Eidsvoll: 7 (19,4%)
- R13 Drammen–Dal: 30 (41,7%)
- R14 Asker–Kongsvinger: 9 (25%)
- RE10 Drammen–Lillehammer: 28 (82,4%)
- RE11 Skien–Eidsvoll: 4 (10,8%)
Western Norway:
- L4 Bergen–Arna: 10 (13%)
- R40 Bergen–Myrdal: 2 (8%)
Sunday 4 October
These are the affected lines and the number of departures that will be cancelled on each line.
Eastern Norway:
- L2 Stabekk–Ski: 14 (19,4%)
- R13 Drammen–Dal: 10 (14,3%)
- R14 Asker–Kongsvinger: 9 (26,5%)
- R22 Oslo S–Mysen/Rakkestad: 9 (26,5%)
- RE10 Drammen–Lillehammer: 23 (65,7%)
- RE20 Oslo S–Halden/Göteborg: 18 (37,5%)
Western Norway:
- F4 Bergen–Oslo S: 2 (14,3%)
Monday 5 October
These are the affected lines and the number of departures that will be cancelled on each line.
Eastern Norway:
- L1 Spikkestad–Lillestrøm: 23 (15,1%)
- L2 Stabekk–Ski: 41 (26,8%)
- R13 Drammen–Dal: 22 (28,2%)
- R14 Asker–Kongsvinger: 40 (95,2%)
- R21 Stabekk–Moss: 14 (18,4%)
- RE10 Drammen–Lillehammer: 28 (65,1%)
- RE11 Skien–Eidsvoll: 1 (1,9%)
- RE20 Oslo S–Halden/Göteborg: 14 (23%)
- RE30/R31 Oslo–Gjøvik: 10 (15,2%)
Tuesday 6 October
These are the affected lines and the number of departures that will be cancelled on each line.
Eastern Norway:
- L1 Spikkestad–Lillestrøm: 26 (17,1%)
- L2 Stabekk–Ski: 19 (12,4%)
- R12 Kongsberg–Eidsvoll: 3 (7,5%)
- R13 Drammen–Dal: 24 (30,8%)
- R14 Asker–Kongsvinger: 42 (100%)
- R21 Stabekk–Moss: 19 (25%)
- R22 Oslo S–Mysen/Rakkestad: 10 (23,8%)
- R23 Oslo S–Ski: 38 (58,5%)
- RE10 Drammen–Lillehammer: 31 (72,1%)
- RE11 Skien–Eidsvoll: 6 (11,5%)
- RE20 Oslo S–Halden/Göteborg: 5 (8,2%)
- RE30/R31 Oslo–Gjøvik: 18 (27,3%)
Wednesday 7 October
These are the affected lines and the number of departures that will be cancelled on each line.
Eastern Norway:
- L1 Spikkestad–Lillestrøm: 73 (48%)
- L2 Stabekk–Ski: 45 (29,4%)
- R12 Kongsberg–Eidsvoll: 5 (12,5%)
- R13 Drammen–Dal: 28 (35,9%)
- R14 Asker–Kongsvinger: 42 (100%)
- R22 Oslo S–Mysen/Rakkestad: 10 (23,8%)
- R23 Oslo S–Ski: 6 (9,2%)
- RE10 Drammen–Lillehammer: 29 (67,4%)
- RE20 Oslo S–Halden/Göteborg: 1 (1,6%)
Check the Vy app or vy.no before you travel
If you are travelling by train while the strike is ongoing, we recommend checking the journey planner in the Vy app or at vy.no before each journey. The services affected by the strike may vary from day to day.
The journey planner shows which trains are running, while cancelled services are not displayed. If you cannot find a service you normally travel on, it means that it has been cancelled.
The journey planner is updated continuously and is normally updated approximately two days ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions About Strike Action
Vy’s Travel Guarantee, section 6A, which states that Vy will provide an alternative means of transport if a train is delayed or cancelled, does not apply in the event of a strike. However, during a strike you still have rights under the Norwegian Rail Passenger Rights Regulations. If a strike occurs, the following applies:
Before any potential strike begins, the normal ticket conditions apply.
If you have purchased a non-flexible ticket, unfortunately it cannot be refunded in advance because of the possibility of strike action. Until a strike actually takes effect, the standard ticket conditions apply.
If your train is cancelled because of strike action, you have several options.
- If you have a flexible, refundable ticket, you can easily change your ticket to another departure or cancel your journey and receive a full refund by logging in to ‘My account’, then selecting My tickets and trips.
- If you have a non-refundable ticket, you can cancel your journey and request a refund using our cancellation form.
- If you wish to change a non-flexible ticket (Low Fare) to another departure, please contact us by phone on +47 61 05 19 10. Waiting times may occur during periods of high demand.
Refunds are not issued automatically.
- If you have a refundable ticket, you can easily cancel your journey by logging in to ‘My account’, then selecting My tickets and trips.
- If you have a non-refundable ticket, you can apply for a refund using our cancellation form.
If you have any questions, please contact us via chat or by phone on +47 61 05 19 10. Waiting times may occur during periods of high demand.
Yes.
- If you wish to change a non-flexible ticket, please contact us via chat or by phone on +47 61 05 19 10. Waiting times may occur during periods of high demand.
- If you would prefer to cancel your journey, you can use our cancellation form and receive a full refund.
No. The ticket cannot be used automatically on other dates, but you can change it free of charge.
- If you have a flexible, refundable ticket, you can easily change or cancel your journey by logging in to ‘My account’, then selecting My tickets and trips.
- If you have a non-flexible ticket and wish to change your journey, please contact us via chat or by phone on +47 61 05 19 10. Waiting times may occur during periods of high demand.
If you would prefer to cancel your journey and receive a full refund, you can use our cancellation form.
If you no longer wish to use your season ticket, you can cancel it at any time. The ticket will become invalid from the cancellation date, and you will receive a refund for the remaining value on your ticket. When you wish to travel again, you will need to purchase a new season ticket.
Vy will cover the cost of comparable public transport, such as scheduled buses, trains or the metro, provided you had a valid ticket when the strike started. Costs for other forms of transport, such as taxis or flights, will not be covered.
Yes. You may be entitled to delay compensation in accordance with the applicable travel terms and conditions.
Section 6.D applies during a strike for customers who purchased their ticket before the strike was announced:
Vy will cover the cost of comparable public transport, such as scheduled buses, trains or the metro, provided you had a valid ticket when the strike started. Costs for other forms of transport, such as taxis or flights, will not be covered. If you need overnight accommodation in order to complete a journey that has already begun, necessary hotel expenses may be covered for up to three nights.
- a) food and refreshments in reasonable proportion to the waiting time, if available on board the train or at the railway station, or if they can be supplied under reasonable conditions
- b) transport to an alternative departure point if necessary
- c) hotel accommodation and transport to the hotel if necessary d) necessary telephone expenses to notify people who are waiting for the passenger.
Please check with your travel insurance provider. Terms and conditions vary between insurers and insurance policies.
We have customer guides available at selected stations during peak hours who can assist with information.