Car Rental in Oppdal

Oppdal is a well-known alpine tourist center in Trøndelag, located on the E6 and Dovre Railway, in the middle of a magnificent mountain landscape. With 1 car rental company in the center, you can explore Dovrefjell, Trollheimen and the surrounding national parks on your own. The town is equally popular in summer for hiking as in winter for skiing.

Trondheim is about 125 km north along the E6 and can be reached in approximately 1 hour 30 minutes. Åndalsnes and Romsdal can be reached about 130 km west via Highway 70, a good 2 hours' drive. Dovrefjell-Sunndalsfjella National Park begins directly south of Oppdal, with the road junction at Kongsvoll about 25 km away.

Visit Kongsvoll mountain lodge and watch out for musk oxen in Dovrefjell – they often graze near Highway 7. Choose a car with good ground clearance if you plan to drive on gravel roads up towards Trollheimen. Book a rental car early during winter holidays as ski tourists fill capacity quickly.

How far is it from Oppdal to Trondheim? It's about 125 km north along the E6, approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes' drive to Trondheim center. Can I see musk oxen near Oppdal?

Yes, musk oxen in Dovrefjell are often seen near Kongsvoll, about 25 km south along the E6 – always bring binoculars and keep a safe distance. Are the roads around Oppdal open year-round? The E6 is open year-round, but some mountain roads towards Trollheimen may be closed in winter.

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We compare prices from all major providers at Oppdal Center so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.