Sandefjord Airport, known as Torp, serves the birthplace of Norwegian whaling, about 110 km south of Oslo, Norway's main low-cost airport.
Many visitors choose it as an economical alternative to Gardermoen for reaching the capital.
How to get to Sandefjord Airport, Torp
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to TRF
Parking near Sandefjord Airport, Torp
A multi-story parking structure is adjacent to the terminal building.
Rates are generally lower than at Gardermoen.
How to get to Oslo from TRF
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Sandefjord Airport, Torp
Near arrivals you will find desks for the major car rental companies.
A driver's license, passport, and credit card are sufficient for rental.
Hotels near Sandefjord Airport, Torp
Near Torp
A few minutes by car from the terminal, in a rural area with no direct public transport: you need your own car or a taxi booked in advance.
Best for: Early-morning Ryanair and Wizz Air flights, when every minute of transfer counts.
- No risk of being late for a 6 or 7 a.m. flight
- Free parking almost everywhere, handy for those leaving the car during a longer trip
- A rural area, with no restaurants or shops within walking distance
- Without your own car the taxi needs to be arranged in advance: there are no bus stops nearby
Sandefjord
5-10 minutes by car or taxi from Torp terminal; the Torp Ekspressen to Oslo also stops in central Sandefjord.
Best for: Those with a few extra hours or an extra night who prefer a real town centre, just 5-10 minutes from the terminal.
- Seafront, harbour and historic centre within walking distance of the downtown hotels
- More restaurants and supermarkets than in the airport area, handy for those arriving late at night
- You still need a car or taxi for the terminal: there is no direct train from the town centre
- In the evening hours local taxis are scarce: better to book them in advance
Recommended hotels
- Scandic Park Sandefjord Next to the harbour of Sandefjord, 10 minutes on foot from the station and about 7 km from Torp terminal; close to the whaling monument and the town museum. View availability
- Hotel Kong Carl - Unike Hoteller Historic building from 1690 a short walk from Torget, Sandefjord's central square; reviews describe breakfast as one of its strong points. View availability
Airport services
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Terminal guide
The terminal is modest in size, with heavy traffic from low-cost carriers.
It is advisable to arrive with 2 hours of advance time for flights.
Map of Sandefjord Airport, Torp
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is it worth landing at Torp instead of Gardermoen for Oslo?
Often yes for the lower cost of low-cost flights, but budget for a transfer of about 1h35-1h45 to central Oslo, compared to the 19-minute Flytoget from Gardermoen.
Q. Is the bus or the train to Oslo better from Torp?
The Torp Ekspressen bus is generally cheaper; the train (with a shuttle connection to the station) is a comfortable alternative for those who prefer travelling by rail.
Q. Is Sandefjord linked to whaling?
Yes, historically it was one of Norway's main whaling ports, with a museum dedicated to this tradition in the town centre.
Q. What to do if you miss the last bus from Torp to Oslo?
It's worth checking evening schedules in advance, as they're not very frequent off-season: otherwise there are taxis, though at much higher fares given the long distance from the capital.
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