At Jotunheimen Travel, we’re passionate about protecting the natural beauty that makes Norway such a special place to visit. We recognize that tourism impacts the environment, and we’re committed to making travel to and within Norway as climate-friendly as possible.
Why does it matter?
Tourism accounts for nearly 8% of global carbon emissions, with transportation responsible for almost half of that footprint. Every choice we make as travelers — from how we get to our destination to how we move once we’re there — can reduce our impact.
That’s why we:
- Offer all travel within Norway using public transportation.
- Partner with eco-certified accommodations.
- Offset all emissions from the travel you do with us in Norway.
But what about getting here in the first place? That’s where you can make a big difference.
Choose the Most Sustainable Way to Travel
Depending on where you’re coming from, you may have more (or fewer) options — but there’s always a way to reduce your footprint. Here’s a quick overview of emissions from different modes of transport:
| Mode of Transport | CO₂ Emissions per Passenger/km |
| Train | 14 g CO₂ |
| Bus | 68 g CO₂ |
| Car (1 person) | 171 g CO₂ |
| Car (2 people) | 86 g CO₂ |
| Flight | 254 g CO₂ |
| Ferry (without car) | ~180 g CO₂ |
* Approximate averages. Trains in Norway often run on renewable electricity, reducing emissions further.
If You’re Coming from Europe
You’re in luck! Travelers from Europe have access to low-carbon travel options like train and bus — which are both comfortable and scenic.
✅ Best Eco-Friendly Options:
- 🚆 Train
The most sustainable way to reach Norway. Travel via Hamburg, Copenhagen or Malmö to Oslo. - 🚌 Bus
International coach lines such as Flixbus offer great value and relatively low emissions. - 🚗 Car (with 2+ people)
If you travel with others, emissions per person drop significantly. Driving an electric vehicle is even better. - ⛴️ Ferry (without car)
Ferries like Color Line from Kiel to Oslo offer comfort, but emissions are still comparable to flying. Traveling without a car reduces the impact.
If You’re Coming from Outside Europe
Flying is often unavoidable — but you can still reduce your emissions:
- Choose direct flights — fewer take-offs = fewer emissions.
- Use efficient airlines — newer aircraft models burn less fuel.
- Offset your flight emissions through services like MyClimate or Atmosfair.
- Take public transport to and from the airport — skip the car.
Don’t Forget to Offset What You Can’t Avoid
Even when you choose better options, some emissions remain. The good news: you can offset your carbon footprint by supporting climate projects that remove or reduce CO₂.
Jotunheimen Travel Supports Sustainable Tourism
At Jotunheimen Travel, we want to make it easy for you to explore Norway in a way that respects nature and leaves no trace. We believe in:
- Eco travel
- Responsible tourism
- Low-carbon adventures
Read more about our sustainability work: https://jotunheimentravel.com/en/home/sustainability/
If you have questions about planning a low-emission trip to Norway — we’re here to help!
Together, we can protect the wild places we love 🌲🌍
CO₂ Emissions Infographic:
