Road Genius compares campervan rentals from major suppliers in Norway. Most international travelers start in Oslo, Bergen or Tromsø and drive the national scenic routes that connect fjords, mountains and Arctic coast. Distances appear short on maps but ferries, narrow roads and weather slow travel, so plan extra time.
Campervan rental costs in Norway depend on factors like camper size, season, features, booking duration, and pick-up/drop-off locations.
Daily rates typically range from 1300 NOK to 3200 NOK, starting at around 1300 NOK per day for the smallest campers in the low season and reaching up to 3200 NOK per day for larger campervans during the high season, including taxes (VAT).
Check current rates using our search tool for the most accurate pricing. Remember to consider additional costs such as fuel, campsite fees, and any extras like GPS or additional drivers.
Season | High °C / °F | Good? |
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Winter (Dec – Feb) | −3 / 27 °F in Oslo; colder in the north | No for most travelers |
Spring (Mar – May) | 8 / 46 °F | Mixed; snow may remain on mountain roads |
Summer (Jun – Aug) | 19 / 66 °F | Yes; long days and most campsites open |
Autumn (Sep – Nov) | 10 / 50 °F | Good in early Sep; wet and dark later |
Headlights must stay on 24 hours per day all year.
Speed limits: 50 km/h (31 mph) in towns, 80 km/h (50 mph) on rural roads, 90–110 km/h (56–68 mph) on motorways unless signs show different limits.
Norway uses the AutoPASS electronic toll system. Visitors can drive through at normal speed and pay later online or through rental company.
Ferries are part of many highways; they run frequently but allow time and use cashless payment.
Winter driving (Oct–Apr) requires M+S or studded tires; snow chains are recommended for mountain passes.
Some tunnels are longer than 10 km (6 mi); check fuel before entering.
Place | Hook-ups | Pros | Cons |
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PlusCamp Bogstad, Oslo | Full | Close to city, public transport, year-round | Crowded in high season |
Flam Camping & Hostel | Full | Walk to Flåm railway and fjord cruise | Tight for vehicles over 8 m |
Typical "Bobilplass" RV parking | Water+Electric | Low cost, often near town centers | Limited spaces, no showers |
Nasjonale Turistveger scenic-route rest areas | None | Free, excellent views, spacious | No services, 1-night maximum |
"Allemannsretten" wild camping (public land) | None | Legal if 150 m from homes, quiet | No toilets; follow leave-no-trace rules |
Statoil/Circle K and YX stations on E6, E39 and E16 provide 24 hour diesel and potable water taps.
Many "Bobil tømmestasjon" points in supermarket car parks handle gray water and cassette waste for free.
Reindeer and sheep use roads in Finnmark and Lofoten—reduce speed to 60 km/h in open grazing areas.
Emergency numbers: 112 (police), 113 (medical), 110 (fire/rescue).