2018 Lean in higher education conference

The conference will be held in the city of Tromsø, the arctic gateway, and hosted by UiT The Arctic University of Norway. Tromsø is situated on 69 degrees north, and UiT is the northernmost university in the world.

The venue is the brand new Clarion Hotel The Edge, which was voted the best Clarion Hotel in the world in 2017. The hotel is located in the middle of Tromsø, right down on the harbour.

In addition to the main venue, the first day will be held at the main university campus in Breivika. We will make sure that you as a conference participant will have a chance to get to know both Tromsø and Northern-Norway during your visit.


Transport from the airport to the hotel

Tromsø airport is located approximately 5 km from the city centre.

By Bus - The Airport Express Coach:
The Airport Express Coach stops at several hotels in central Tromsø and at the University.
Travel time: Approximately 10-15 minutes to Tromsø city center.
Prices and schedules at bussring.no

By Taxi:
The taxi stand is located directly outside the arrival hall. The travel time to Tromsø city center is approximately 10 minutes and costs about NOK 200.

You will find following taxi companies in the airport:

  • Tromsø Taxi: (+47) 03011
  • Din Taxi: (+47) 02045