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Plan your cable car ride in Bergen

Ulriken Cable Car takes you from Bergen to the summit of Mount Ulriken, with the ride itself taking only a short part of your visit. The main planning points are getting to the lower station, exchanging your voucher before boarding, and allowing extra time if you want to explore the summit trails. Bergen: Ulriken Cable Car round-trip tickets is the cleaner option if you want flexible summit time, photos, a café stop, or a short hike without locking yourself into a longer itinerary. Bergen Mostraumen Fjord Cruise & Ulriken Cable Car round-trip combo tickets makes more sense if you want a full Bergen nature day and would rather bundle water and mountain views in one booking. Weather can change quickly at mountain level, so visibility and clothing matter. This guide covers when to go, how to reach the station, what to bring, accessibility, and what to expect at the summit.

Quick overview

  • Can I visit today? Yes. Standard tickets do not have a fixed departure time, so you can visit within the operating hours on your chosen day.
  • How long do I need? The cable car ride takes about 5 minutes each way. Allow around 1.5–3 hours if you want time for the summit views, a café stop or a short walk.
  • When should I go? The cable car operates year-round, but clear weather and good visibility make a significant difference to the summit views. Mountain conditions can change quickly.
  • Where do I start? Head to the Ulriken Cable Car lower station, Haukelandsbakken 40, and exchange your voucher at the entrance ticket office before boarding.
  • What does the ticket include? Your round-trip ticket includes the cable car journey, mountaintop access, panoramic views and access to well-marked hiking trails. Food and drinks are not included.
  • Do I need hiking gear? Not if you are only visiting the viewing areas. If you plan to use the mountain trails, bring hiking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
  • Is it accessible? The Ulriken Cable Car experience is wheelchair accessible.

🎟 Planning to hike? Allow more time at the summit and check the mountain conditions before setting out on the trails.

When and where should you meet?

How long does an Ulriken Cable Car visit take?

SegmentDurationWhat’s happening

Getting to the lower station

10–30 min

Travel from central Bergen by shuttle, public transport, taxi or other means.

Ticket exchange + boarding

Variable

Exchange your voucher at the ticket office before proceeding to the cable car. Standard tickets do not have a fixed departure time.

Cable car ride up

5 min

Ride directly from the lower station to the summit at 643m above sea level.

Summit visit

20 min–3 hrs

Take in the views, visit the viewing area, stop at the café or explore the marked trails. A fuller visit is around 1.5–3 hours.

Cable car ride down

5 min

Return from the summit to the lower station.

Total visit

1.5–3 hrs

Allow more time if you plan to hike or have a longer meal at the summit.

What happens if the weather turns? Cancellation & rescheduling

Ulriken Cable Car operates year-round, but mountain weather can change quickly. Cloud, fog and poor visibility can limit the panoramic views, which are a key part of the summit visit.

💡 Pro tip: If your itinerary is flexible, choose a day with good visibility. The cable car ride is short, so the weather at the summit can make a bigger difference to your visit than the conditions in central Bergen. Check out the best times to book the Ulriken Cable Car.

Which Ulriken Cable Car ticket is right for you?

ExperienceWhat's includedBest forPrice

Ulriken Cable Car Round-Trip Tickets

Round-trip cable car ride, summit access, panoramic views and access to marked hiking trails.

A flexible summit visit where you want to choose your own pace, whether that means viewpoints, a café stop or a short hike.

From NOK 485

Mostraumen Fjord Cruise + Ulriken Cable Car

3.5-hour Mostraumen fjord cruise with audio guide, plus round-trip Ulriken Cable Car access, summit views and hiking trails.

A full nature-focused day combining fjord scenery from the water with panoramic views from Mount Ulriken.

From NOK 1,241

What actually happens? What to expect

Who can take part? Restrictions & requirements

RequirementRuleNotes

Age

No minimum age stated

Children under 4 travel free.

Wheelchair access

Accessible

The cable car is accessible.

Dogs

Allowed

Dogs can travel free on the cable car, provided they are clean and well behaved. Assistance dogs are also permitted inside the café and restaurant.

Hiking

Additional physical demands

If you continue onto the mountain trails, you should be prepared for outdoor terrain and changing mountain conditions.

What should you wear and bring?

For a cable car and viewpoint visit, regular shoes and everyday clothing are sufficient. If you plan to explore the hiking trails from the summit, prepare for changing mountain conditions.

  • Footwear: Wear hiking shoes if you plan to use the mountain trails. Regular shoes are suitable for the cable car, viewing platform and restaurant.
  • Layers: Bring weather-appropriate clothing because conditions at Mount Ulriken can change quickly and may differ from those in central Bergen.
  • For hiking: Bring clothing and footwear suitable for the trail conditions. The summit gives access to marked hiking routes, so your requirements depend on how far you plan to walk.
  • What not to overpack: You do not need specialist hiking equipment for a simple cable car and viewpoint visit.
  • Ticket: Bring your voucher and exchange it at the entrance ticket office before boarding.

Facilities & accessibility

Rules and restrictions

Practical tips

  • Use the summit: The cable car ride takes only about 5 minutes each way, so allow time for the viewing platform, café or a short walk.
  • Check visibility: If your schedule is flexible, prioritise a day with clearer conditions because the summit views are a major part of the visit. See Ulriken Cable Car timings for opening hours and the best time to plan your visit.
  • Plan your transport: The lower station is outside central Bergen. The Ulriken Express is convenient when operating, while public transport involves a short walk to the station. See Getting to Ulriken Cable Car for directions and transport options.
  • Treat Vidden as a hike: The Ulriken-to-Fløyen crossing takes around 5 hours, so do not treat it as a casual add-on to the standard Ulriken Cable Car ride.

What else is worth doing nearby?

Where to eat nearby

FAQs

No. Standard Ulriken Cable Car tickets do not have a fixed departure time. You can visit during the operating hours on your chosen day.