Parking at Oslo S
Oslo Central Station is Norway’s busiest transport hub. Parking nearby is limited and costly; park-and-ride is often the better choice.
Overview
Street parking around Oslo S is very limited and expensive. Central car parks are the realistic driving option, but for a train journey it is often cheaper and simpler to park outside the city and take the train in.
Parking options
| Parking | Approx. price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Byporten car park | Approx. 45–55 kr/hour | 2 min walk |
| Oslo City car park | Approx. 40–50 kr/hour | 5 min walk |
| Park-and-ride | Free to low cost | 10–20 min by train |
Prices are approximate. Red-zone street parking is usually most expensive and often has a short maximum stay.
Useful park-and-ride stations
- Lillestrøm: good capacity, around 11 minutes by train — see the guide.
- Ski: often affordable, around 20 minutes to Oslo S.
- Asker: good capacity, around 25 minutes to Oslo S.
See also parking in Oslo and Bjørvika.
Frequently asked questions
How much does parking at Oslo S cost?
Car parks such as Byporten are around 45–55 kr per hour. Street parking in the red zone is usually more expensive.
Can I park free and take the train in?
Often. Lillestrøm, Ski and Asker have park-and-ride options with frequent trains to Oslo S.