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The distance between Stavanger city center and Sola Airport is about 14 kilometers. Passengers wishing to travel to the airport from the center can rent a car or if they prefer one of the other alternative vehicles offered to passengers in the area, such as buses, private services, taxis and limousines. Please note that buses and taxis generally do not need to be reserved in advance, but you will need to reserve your vehicle in advance to transfer to the airport by private services or limousines.

Bus

You can take the bus from Stavanger city center to Sola Airport at reasonable prices. Getting on the bus from the center, it is possible to be at the Sola Airport terminal in the short time of 20 minutes. During holidays and festivals it can take 30-40 minutes during these periods. If you are in a hurry to catch your plane, you can also choose to take a taxi that is faster than the bus. Bus fares are on average 110 kroner for one way. It is possible to buy a return ticket on the bus for an average of 160 kroner.

Taxi

Taxis are not preferred in the region because almost all day bus services are available. If you want to travel to the airport terminal directly from the city center in Stavanger, you can call a taxi and on average the fare will be 450 kroner. One person or 3 passengers can travel comfortably with a taxi with their luggage to Sola Airport. Before getting a taxi in Stavanger city to the airport you can find a different vehicle you can travel in at a more affordable price.

Rent a Car

You can rent a car from global rental companies such as Enterprise, Avis, Hertz, Europar and Budget or from local companies to travel to Sola Airport. Car rental is extremely ideal for seeing the surrounding areas and then traveling to the airport. Also, a few passengers travelling together can travel to the airport cheaper by rental cars.

Private Service

Private services are ideal for travellers who prefer a comfortable and fast vehicle for their journey from the center to the airport. If you are planning to use one of private services that serve passengers in the area, you can book your service via telephone or internet before your trip. By booking in advance, you can call the private vehicle to your location in the center and travel directly to the airport.

Limousine

Passengers who wish to take advantage of a more privileged and private vehicle from the center to Sola Airport can book a limousine. No matter where you are in the city you can easily transfer in a limousines to Sola Airport and arrive at the airport terminal with these luxury vehicles.

Airport Information

Sola Airport is located about 14 kilometers outside of Stavanger city center and you can travel to the airport by companies such as British Airways, Scandinavian Airlines, BMI Regional, Norwegian and Wizz Air. There are resting and waiting areas at the airport and parking spaces for passengers travelling by car. You can rent a car from the global rental company offices located at Sola Airport or you can leave your rented car there. There are eating and drinking areas for those who want to have a quick snack at the airport. You can find what you may need along the way and souvenir alternatives can be found in the stores located at Sola Airport. At the information desk at Sola Airport you can get help with the main places in the region, transportation vehicles and other issues you may need.

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is located in San Francisco California, 21 km from the city center. The airport is a major transit center for passengers, particularly those traveling from Asia. San Francisco International is the second busiest airport in California and one of the first major airports to have an automated baggage system in place.  

San Francisco International Airport is an important hub for United Airlines and Virgin America. There are a variety of transportation alternatives available to get to the city center from the airport. You can get to various parts of the city from San Francisco International Airport by taxi, bus, train, rental car, and personal car.

Train

There are two rail systems that you can use to get to the city center from San Francisco International Airport. The first is the BART, a rapid-rail system. The BART station is located in the international terminal at the airport. The BART starts running in the early hours of the morning, providing easy and fast transportation between the airport and the northern and southern parts of the city.

The other rail system that you can use to get to the city center from SFO is the CalTrain. This train departs on the hour, every hour, every day of the week, until 10 pm. This train provides transportation between SFO and San Francisco and San Jose.

Taxi

One of the most convenient and fastest transportation alternatives to get to the city center from SFO is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. A taxi from the airport to downtown San Francisco can cost between 42 and 62 dollars and takes about 20 minutes. Taxis are readily available at each terminal at the airport and depart from the taxi zones located on the arrivals/baggage claim level. For more information on taxi companies and their contact information please visit San Francisco International Airport’s website.

Bus

SamTrans buses provide transportation between San Francisco International Airport and the city center. These public buses are operated by San Mateo County and run between San Francisco International Airport and San Mateo and various parts of San Francisco. SamTrans lines KX, 292, 397, and 398 stop at the airport terminals. Buses stop at the arrivals and baggage claim level of Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 and at Level 1 of the International Terminal.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another transportation alternative to get to the city center. There are many rental car companies that have offices at the airport. Renting a car is also a great way to get around the city during your trip. The AirTrain Blue Line provides access to the Rental Car Center from the airport terminals and it operates 24 hours a day, every day of the week. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Alamo, Dollar, Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, National, Budget, Fox and Thrifty. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location.

Bike

San Francisco International Airport contains bike assembly stations and parking areas for those who are traveling with their bike or who want to leave their bike at the airport. The BART and SamTrans rapid rail systems provide passengers with bike/transit options and the airport features marked bicycle routes.