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<em>The Complete 2026 Guide<\/em><\/h1>\n<p class=\"htf-hero-deck\">We&#8217;ve crossed the Nordics by train more times than we can count \u2014 Helsinki to Rovaniemi, Stockholm to Narvik, Oslo to Bergen. Here&#8217;s what the Nordic long-distance train network actually looks like, route by route.<\/p>\n<div class=\"htf-hero-meta\">\n<div class=\"htf-meta-author\">\n<div class=\"htf-avatar\">J&amp;A<\/div>\n<div><strong>Joona &amp; Alla<\/strong>Rovaniemi, Finland<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<span class=\"htf-dot\">\u00b7<\/span> May 12, 2026 <span class=\"htf-dot\">\u00b7<\/span> 11 min read <span class=\"htf-dot\">\u00b7<\/span>Updated for summer 2026<\/div>\n<div> <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"htf-hero-img\" style=\"margin:24px 0;text-align:center;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2560\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1844\" src=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Soderhamn_Soderhamns-Kommun_Sweden_hungrytravelfamily_001-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"Soderhamn_Soderhamns-Kommun_Sweden_hungrytravelfamily_001\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:6px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Soderhamn_Soderhamns-Kommun_Sweden_hungrytravelfamily_001-scaled.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Soderhamn_Soderhamns-Kommun_Sweden_hungrytravelfamily_001-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Soderhamn_Soderhamns-Kommun_Sweden_hungrytravelfamily_001-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Soderhamn_Soderhamns-Kommun_Sweden_hungrytravelfamily_001-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Soderhamn_Soderhamns-Kommun_Sweden_hungrytravelfamily_001-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Soderhamn_Soderhamns-Kommun_Sweden_hungrytravelfamily_001-1320x1760.jpeg 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n\n<!-- ARTICLE + SIDEBAR --><div class=\"htf-wrap\">\n<article class=\"htf-body\">\n\n<!-- BODY -->\n<p>We live in Rovaniemi, in Finnish Lapland. Every time we travel south \u2014 to Helsinki, to Stockholm, to Oslo \u2014 we have a choice: fly and arrive fast, or take the train and arrive knowing something. We almost always take the train. Nordic long-distance trains are genuinely one of the best ways to move through this part of the world, and the network is larger, more connected, and more scenic than most visitors realise. This guide covers every major route, what to expect on board, how to book, and the honest trade-offs.<\/p>\n\n<!-- SHORT ANSWER CALLOUT -->\n<div class=\"htf-tldr\">\n<div class=\"htf-tldr-label\">Short answer<\/div>\n<p><strong>Nordic long-distance trains are comfortable, punctual, and often cheaper than flying when booked ahead.<\/strong> Finland, Sweden, and Norway each have well-developed rail networks; Denmark connects them via ferry links and the \u00d8resund Bridge. Key routes include Helsinki\u2013Rovaniemi (overnight), Stockholm\u2013Narvik (the legendary Nordlandsbanen connection), and Oslo\u2013Bergen (one of Europe&#8217;s most scenic rail journeys). Book 60\u201390 days out for the best fares.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- TABLE OF CONTENTS -->\n<div class=\"htf-toc\">\n<div class=\"htf-toc-label\">In this guide<\/div>\n<ol>\n<li>The shape of the Nordic rail network<\/li>\n<li>Finland&#8217;s long-distance routes<\/li>\n<li>Quick-reference: all major Nordic routes at a glance<\/li>\n<li>Sweden&#8217;s long-distance routes<\/li>\n<li>Norway&#8217;s routes \u2014 and why they&#8217;re different<\/li>\n<li>Cross-border and international trains<\/li>\n<li>Mistakes we&#8217;ve made on Nordic trains<\/li>\n<li>FAQ: Nordic long-distance trains<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- H2 SECTION 1 -->\n<h2 id=\"s1\">The shape of the Nordic rail network<\/h2>\n\n<p>The four Nordic countries have rail networks that feel like they were designed by four different committees \u2014 because they were. Understanding the logic behind each one makes booking and planning a lot less confusing.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Finland: a hub-and-spoke system from Helsinki<\/h3>\n<p>VR (Finnish railways) runs all domestic long-distance trains. Helsinki is the central hub \u2014 almost every intercity route starts or ends there. The main trunk lines run north to Tampere, Oulu, and Rovaniemi; east to Joensuu and Kajaani; and west to Turku and Vaasa. Night trains on the Rovaniemi and Kemij\u00e4rvi routes let you sleep through the journey to Lapland, arriving fresh in the morning. The network stops at the Russian border \u2014 there is no passenger rail connection to Russia currently.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Sweden: the densest Nordic network<\/h3>\n<p>SJ and regional operators run Sweden&#8217;s rail network, which is the most extensive in the Nordics. The main spine runs from Malm\u00f6 in the south through Gothenburg and Stockholm up to Sundsvall, Ume\u00e5, and eventually Narvik in Norway via the Ofoten Line. Several operators compete on major routes, which keeps prices lower than in Finland or Norway. Stockholm\u2013Gothenburg is the workhorse route \u2014 trains run hourly and take about three hours.<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>High-speed trains<\/strong> (X2000, SJ 3000) operate on Stockholm\u2013Gothenburg and Stockholm\u2013Malm\u00f6<\/li>\n<li><strong>Night trains<\/strong> run to Narvik, Ume\u00e5, and \u00d6stersund \u2014 these are genuinely good for long northern legs<\/li>\n<li><strong>Regional operators<\/strong> (MTR Express, Sn\u00e4llt\u00e5get) add competition on popular corridors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<!-- H2 SECTION 2 -->\n<h2 id=\"s2\">Finland&#8217;s long-distance routes<\/h2>\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re starting your Nordic journey in Finland \u2014 or routing through Helsinki \u2014 here are the routes that matter most for long-distance travel.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Helsinki to Rovaniemi (overnight train)<\/h3>\n<p>This is the one we take most. The overnight sleeper departs Helsinki around 6\u20139 pm and arrives in Rovaniemi around 7\u201310 am the following morning, depending on the service. You wake up in Lapland having lost no daytime hours to travel. VR&#8217;s overnight trains have private cabins (two-berth or family), shared couchettes, and seated carriages. We always take a private cabin \u2014 it&#8217;s worth the upgrade for a real bed and a door that closes.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Journey time:<\/strong> ~12 hours (overnight)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distance:<\/strong> 832 km<\/li>\n<li><strong>Operator:<\/strong> VR<\/li>\n<li><strong>Our pick:<\/strong> Book a private two-berth cabin, avoid the shared couchette if you value sleep<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3>Helsinki to Tampere and Turku<\/h3>\n<p>Tampere is 1.5 hours from Helsinki \u2014 the busiest IC corridor in Finland. Turku takes about 2 hours. Both run frequently throughout the day and are easy day-trip routes.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Helsinki to Oulu and eastern Finland<\/h3>\n<p>Oulu is 3.5\u20134 hours north and worth a stop in its own right, especially in 2026 as European Capital of Culture. Routes east to Joensuu, Kajaani, and Kuopio (4\u20135 hours) connect Helsinki to Finland&#8217;s lake district \u2014 quiet, rarely crowded, and offering landscapes the motorway doesn&#8217;t.<\/p>\n\n<!-- H2 SECTION 3 \u2013 Quick reference -->\n<h2 id=\"s3\">Quick-reference: all major Nordic long-distance train routes<\/h2>\n\n<p>Use this before booking. Times are approximate and vary by service type \u2014 check the operator&#8217;s website for current timetables.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"htf-prompt\">\n<div class=\"htf-prompt-title\">\ud83c\uddeb\ud83c\uddee Finland routes<\/div>\n<blockquote>Helsinki \u2192 Rovaniemi: 12h overnight | Helsinki \u2192 Oulu: 3.5\u20134h | Helsinki \u2192 Tampere: 1.5h | Helsinki \u2192 Turku: 2h | Helsinki \u2192 Joensuu: 4\u20134.5h | Helsinki \u2192 Kajaani: 5h<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"htf-prompt\">\n<div class=\"htf-prompt-title\">\ud83c\uddf8\ud83c\uddea Sweden routes<\/div>\n<blockquote>Stockholm \u2192 Gothenburg: 3h (X2000) | Stockholm \u2192 Malm\u00f6: 4.5h | Stockholm \u2192 Ume\u00e5: 5.5h | Stockholm \u2192 \u00d6stersund: 5\u20136h | Stockholm \u2192 Sundsvall: 3.5h | Gothenburg \u2192 Malm\u00f6: 3h<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"htf-prompt\">\n<div class=\"htf-prompt-title\">\ud83c\uddf3\ud83c\uddf4 Norway routes<\/div>\n<blockquote>Oslo \u2192 Bergen: 6.5\u20137h (Bergensbanen \u2014 do not skip) | Oslo \u2192 Stavanger: 8h | Oslo \u2192 Trondheim: 6.5h | Oslo \u2192 Kristiansand: 3.5h | Trondheim \u2192 Bod\u00f8: 9.5h (Nordlandsbanen)<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"htf-prompt\">\n<div class=\"htf-prompt-title\">\ud83c\udde9\ud83c\uddf0 Denmark routes<\/div>\n<blockquote>Copenhagen \u2192 Aarhus: 3h | Copenhagen \u2192 Odense: 1.5h | Copenhagen \u2192 Aalborg: 4h | Copenhagen \u2192 Esbjerg: 3h<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"htf-prompt\">\n<div class=\"htf-prompt-title\">Cross-border routes<\/div>\n<blockquote>Stockholm \u2192 Oslo: 5.5\u20136h (SJ \/ Vy) | Copenhagen \u2192 Hamburg: 4.5h | Stockholm \u2192 Narvik: ~20h overnight via Ofoten Line | Malm\u00f6 \u2192 Copenhagen: 35 min (\u00d8resund)<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"htf-prompt\">\n<div class=\"htf-prompt-title\">Booking windows<\/div>\n<blockquote>VR (Finland): opens 60 days out | SJ (Sweden): opens 90 days out | Vy (Norway): opens 90 days out | Night 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class=\"htf-nl-sub\">Monthly stories from Rovaniemi \u2014 Arctic tips, packing lists, and the places we keep coming back to.<\/p>\n<script async data-uid=\"af0fbe56d9\" src=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.kit.com\/af0fbe56d9\/index.js\"><\/script><\/div>\n<!-- \/NEWSLETTER KIT --><\/article>\n\n<!-- H2 SECTION 4 -->\n<h2 id=\"s4\">Sweden&#8217;s long-distance routes<\/h2>\n\n<p>Sweden has the most developed rail network in the Nordics, with genuine competition between operators on the busiest corridors. Here&#8217;s how we think about the main routes.<\/p>\n\n<h3>The Stockholm\u2013Gothenburg corridor<\/h3>\n<p>The backbone of Swedish rail \u2014 trains run hourly, fastest services take three hours, and there&#8217;s real price competition between SJ and MTR Express. Book early and you can find tickets under \u20ac20.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Stockholm to the north: the Norrland routes<\/h3>\n<p>North of Stockholm toward Sundsvall, Ume\u00e5, and Lule\u00e5 is terrain most visitors never see \u2014 endless boreal forest, river valleys, the country genuinely thinning out. Lule\u00e5 is 8\u20139 hours by day train and worth it for the journey alone.<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Stockholm \u2192 \u00d6stersund:<\/strong> 5\u20136 hours, a good base for J\u00e4mtland and winter activities<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stockholm \u2192 Ume\u00e5:<\/strong> 5.5 hours, gateway to northern Norrland<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stockholm \u2192 Lule\u00e5:<\/strong> 8\u20139 hours, springboard for Swedish Lapland<\/li>\n<li><strong>Night train to Narvik:<\/strong> departs Stockholm, crosses into Norway \u2014 one of Europe&#8217;s great rail journeys<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3>The south: Malm\u00f6 and the \u00d8resund connection<\/h3>\n<p>Malm\u00f6\u2013Copenhagen takes 35 minutes across the \u00d8resund Bridge \u2014 one of the easiest international crossings in Europe. The train doesn&#8217;t pause at the border. Gothenburg to Malm\u00f6 takes about 3 hours through flatter, coastal Sweden.<\/p>\n\n<!-- H2 SECTION 5 -->\n<h2 id=\"s5\">Norway&#8217;s routes \u2014 and why they&#8217;re different<\/h2>\n\n<p>Norwegian rail is different from Finnish and Swedish rail in one important way: it doesn&#8217;t try to be the fastest option. The Bergensbanen (Oslo\u2013Bergen) takes nearly 7 hours. The Nordlandsbanen (Trondheim\u2013Bod\u00f8) takes nearly 10. These are not trains you take because you&#8217;re in a hurry. You take them because the journey is the reason.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Oslo to Bergen: Europe&#8217;s most scenic rail journey<\/h3>\n<p>We&#8217;ve done this route twice. The train crosses the Hardangervidda plateau \u2014 Europe&#8217;s largest high-altitude plateau \u2014 at over 1,200 metres, passes through Myrdal (where you can switch to the Fl\u00e5m Railway down to Aurlandsfjord), and descends into Bergen with views that make the 7-hour journey feel short. Book a window seat and pack food. This is bucket-list territory for train travel.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Oslo to Trondheim and beyond<\/h3>\n<p>The route north from Oslo reaches Trondheim in about 6.5 hours. From Trondheim, the Nordlandsbanen continues to Bod\u00f8 \u2014 this is the northernmost train station in Norway, and the last stop before you need a ferry or flight to reach the Lofoten Islands. The Trondheim\u2013Bod\u00f8 leg takes nearly 10 hours and crosses the Arctic Circle by train, which is its own kind of milestone.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Oslo to Stavanger<\/h3>\n<p>The S\u00f8rlandsbanen runs 8 hours from Oslo to Stavanger \u2014 slower than flying, but it passes through Kristiansand and southern fjord country in a way that earns the extra time. Stavanger is the gateway to Preikestolen; arriving by train feels right for a destination that rewards slowness.<\/p>\n\n<!-- H2 SECTION 6 -->\n<h2 id=\"s6\">Cross-border and international Nordic train routes<\/h2>\n\n<p>Getting between Nordic countries by train is possible, but the connections are patchier than within individual countries. Here&#8217;s where it works and where it doesn&#8217;t.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Stockholm to Oslo<\/h3>\n<p>SJ and Vy both operate this 5.5\u20136 hour corridor. Comfortable, bookable well ahead, and cheaper than flying when you plan it right. The route crosses from Swedish lake country into Norwegian valleys without any border fuss.<\/p>\n\n<h3>The Stockholm\u2013Narvik overnight<\/h3>\n<p>Around 20 hours total, combining the Swedish main line north with the Ofoten Line into Norway. You&#8217;ll cross the Arctic Circle and arrive in Narvik \u2014 a small port town between fjords and peaks \u2014 having slept through most of it. Night train cabins sell out months ahead in summer.<\/p>\n\n<h3>What doesn&#8217;t connect by rail<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Finland to Sweden:<\/strong> No rail connection \u2014 take the overnight ferry (Helsinki or Turku to Stockholm).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Finland to Norway:<\/strong> No connection \u2014 bus or car from Rovaniemi or Oulu is the standard option.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Norway to Denmark:<\/strong> DFDS ferries (Oslo\u2013Copenhagen) \u2014 there&#8217;s no rail bridge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<!-- H2 SECTION 7 -->\n<h2 id=\"s7\">Mistakes we&#8217;ve made on Nordic long-distance trains<\/h2>\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve taken the overnight train to Rovaniemi at least a dozen times, done Oslo\u2013Bergen twice, and crossed Sweden multiple times. Here&#8217;s where we went wrong so you don&#8217;t have to.<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Booking the shared couchette instead of a cabin.<\/strong> The first time we took the Rovaniemi night train we booked couchettes to save money. We arrived tired. Every time since, we&#8217;ve taken a private cabin \u2014 worth every euro.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Not booking the restaurant car on Oslo\u2013Bergen.<\/strong> The dining car is part of the experience. We skipped it the first time. We didn&#8217;t the second.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Assuming luggage racks fit large bags.<\/strong> Nordic trains have overhead racks and end-of-carriage areas, but they fill fast in summer. Travel with bags you can lift overhead \u2014 there&#8217;s no checked luggage system.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Missing the Myrdal connection for Fl\u00e5m.<\/strong> On Oslo\u2013Bergen, Myrdal is where you switch to the Fl\u00e5m Railway. It requires a separate ticket bought in advance \u2014 do it when you book the main journey.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Assuming one app covers all four countries.<\/strong> SJ.se for Sweden, Vy.no for Norway, VR.fi for Finland. There is no single Nordic rail app.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Leaving seat reservations too late on Norwegian routes.<\/strong> Reservations are mandatory on some services and separate from a rail pass. Don&#8217;t assume your pass gets you a seat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<!-- H2 SECTION 8 (FAQ) -->\n<h2 id=\"s8\">FAQ: Nordic long-distance trains<\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"htf-faq\">\n\n<h3>Is there a rail pass that covers all Nordic countries?<\/h3>\n<p>The Eurail Scandinavia Pass covers Finland, Sweden, Norway, and Denmark. It&#8217;s worth it if you&#8217;re planning 5+ long-distance journeys. For fewer trips, point-to-point tickets booked in advance are usually cheaper \u2014 especially on Swedish routes where early-bird prices are genuinely low.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Are Nordic trains more expensive than flying?<\/h3>\n<p>It depends when you book. Booked 60\u201390 days ahead, trains are competitive with budget flights \u2014 and often cheaper once you factor in airport transfers and carry-on fees. Last-minute, trains are usually more expensive than low-cost carriers. Night trains have the additional advantage of saving a night&#8217;s accommodation.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Is the Oslo\u2013Bergen train actually worth the 7 hours?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. We&#8217;d say it without hesitation. The Hardangervidda plateau section alone \u2014 crossing the highest mountain railway in Northern Europe \u2014 is worth more than an hour of your time. This is one of those journeys where arriving feels like it came too soon.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Can you take a train from Finland to Norway?<\/h3>\n<p>Not directly. There is no rail connection between Finland and Norway. The standard options are: drive or take a bus across the border (the Rovaniemi\u2013Troms\u00f8 route takes about 4 hours by car), or fly. The nearest Norwegian rail station to Rovaniemi is Narvik, which is accessible by train from Sweden but not Finland.<\/p>\n\n<h3>What are the best seats on Nordic overnight trains?<\/h3>\n<p>Private two-berth cabins are the best option on Finnish overnight trains \u2014 they come with a proper bed, storage, and a door that locks. On Swedish night trains, single-occupancy private cabins exist but are expensive; two people sharing a two-berth cabin is the value sweet spot. Book as early as the booking window opens.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Do I need to print tickets or can I use my phone?<\/h3>\n<p>All Nordic operators accept mobile tickets \u2014 VR, SJ, and Vy all have apps that show a QR code or booking reference. We&#8217;ve never had a problem with phone-only tickets on any Nordic route. Download the relevant operator&#8217;s app before you travel; some QR codes require the app rather than a screenshot to display correctly.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"s9\">A final word from Rovaniemi<\/h2>\n\n<p>We are, as our name suggests, a family that&#8217;s hungry for travel. After years of crossing the Nordics, we&#8217;ve learned that trains are often where the travel actually happens \u2014 not just the destination. The Oslo\u2013Bergen plateau in a snowstorm. The midnight sun through the window somewhere north of Oulu. The forests of Sweden giving way to Norwegian mountains on the Narvik route. These aren&#8217;t things you endure to get somewhere. They&#8217;re the somewhere.<\/p>\n\n<p>Take the train when it&#8217;s under 8 hours. Take the overnight when you&#8217;d otherwise waste a hotel night. And take the Oslo\u2013Bergen at least once, just because you should.<\/p>\n\n<!-- AUTHOR BIO -->\n<div class=\"htf-bio\">\n<div class=\"htf-bio-avatar\">J&amp;A<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"htf-bio-tag\">About the authors<\/div>\n<p><strong>Joona &amp; Alla<\/strong> are a Finnish-Ukrainian couple based in Rovaniemi, Finnish Lapland. They&#8217;ve travelled to 25 countries and write about Nordic travel, slow trips, and the places most visitors overlook. Joona leads marketing at Stay Lapland; Alla studies content and AI. Together they run Hungry Travel Family \u2014 a travel blog for people who are hungry for the real thing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- SIDEBAR -->\n<aside class=\"htf-sidebar\">\n<div class=\"htf-sidebar-sticky\">\n<div class=\"htf-sb htf-sb-toc\">\n<div class=\"htf-sb-label\">Contents<\/div>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#s1\">The Nordic rail network<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s2\">Finland&#8217;s routes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s3\">Quick-reference table<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s4\">Sweden&#8217;s routes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s5\">Norway&#8217;s routes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s6\">Cross-border trains<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s7\">Mistakes we made<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s8\">FAQ<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"htf-sb\">\n<div class=\"htf-sb-label\">Share this story<\/div>\n<div class=\"htf-sb-share\"><a title=\"Pinterest\" href=\"#\">Pin<\/a> <a title=\"Facebook\" href=\"#\">f<\/a> <a title=\"X \/ Twitter\" href=\"#\">X<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"htf-sb 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