Commuters on the Bergen–Voss morning line experienced an unexpected delay yesterday when a domesticated goat wandered aboard, ascended the steps to the driver’s compartment, and refused to relinquish its position without what officials diplomatically referred to as “a formal discussion.”
Witnesses said the goat appeared “purposeful” and “professionally confident,” trotting past passengers with an air of entitlement usually reserved for individuals with laminated badges. The crew, assuming the goat belonged to someone on board, first attempted to coax it back down the aisle. The animal stood its ground, nudged a timetable with its nose, and emitted what one rider described as “a managerial bleat.”
Rail authorities were summoned, and after several minutes of negotiation—which included offering the goat a reflective vest and a granola bar—officials managed to guide the animal off the train and into the care of a local farmer. The farmer later confirmed the goat, named Harald, had a known fascination with public transportation and had previously boarded buses “for enrichment.”
Passengers reported the delay lasted just under thirty minutes, during which time many quietly admired Harald’s sense of purpose. One commuter remarked that the goat demonstrated “more initiative than several corporate supervisors I’ve had.”
The train resumed without further incident, though an internal memo now instructs staff to “verify all conductors for horns before departure.”
