Oslo will test nighttime metro services for the first time. The pilot program runs on seven weekends starting November 16. Two metro lines will operate overnight every Saturday to Sunday.
Line 2 between Østerås and Ellingsrudåsen and Line 3 between Kolsås and Mortensrud will run every 30 minutes. Monthly transit passes will be valid during these nighttime hours.
This initiative offers holiday partygoers an alternative to expensive taxis. The service specifically targets those returning from Christmas celebrations and weekend nightlife.
How will this affect Oslo's nighttime transportation? The test period covers the busy holiday season through the end of the year. City officials hope to reduce taxi demand during peak weekend hours.
The nighttime metro represents a practical solution to Oslo's transportation gaps. Many European cities already offer similar late-night services. This trial could become permanent if ridership meets expectations.