Lilleaker tram stop is a tram stop on the Oslo Tramway network located in the Lilleaker neighbourhood of the Ullern borough in Oslo, Norway. The stop is situated on the Lilleaker Line and is currently served by line 13, which operates between Bekkestua and Ljabru.
Location
The stop lies at street level adjacent to Lilleakerveien, near the Lilleaker shopping centre. Its geographic coordinates are approximately 59°55′33″ N, 10°41′09″ E.
Infrastructure
Lilleaker tram stop has two side platforms flanking a single pair of tracks. The platforms are equipped with shelters, seating, and real‑time passenger information displays. The stop is accessible to passengers with reduced mobility.
History
The Lilleaker Line, originally constructed by Kristiania Sporveisselskab, was opened in 1919 as an extension of the Skøyen Line. Lilleaker tram stop commenced operations with the line’s inauguration, serving initially as the western terminus until the line was extended further to Bekkestua in the early 1920s.
Operations
The infrastructure is owned by Ruter, Oslo’s public‑transport authority, while tram services are operated by Sporveien Trikken (formerly Oslo Sporvognsdrift). Rolling stock that serves the stop includes the SL79 and SL95 low‑floor tram models.
Connections
In addition to tram services, the stop provides interchange with several local bus routes operated by Ruter, facilitating access to surrounding residential areas and commercial districts.
References
- Oslo Tramway – official Ruter network maps and timetables.
- “Lilleaker Line” – historical overview published by the Oslo Transport Museum.
Note: All information presented is based on publicly available sources and reflects the status of the stop as of the latest documented updates.