Tallink Silja · 6h 10m
Bergen to Newcastle Ferry
Compare every Bergen to Newcastle sailing. From £40.61 one way, 5 times a day, crossing in about 6h 10m.
- 6h 10m crossing
- 35 sailings a week
- Cars carried
Bergen to Newcastle sailings on Saturday 31 October
5 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
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Only 8 spaces left at this price on the 10:40 sailing.
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About the Bergen to Newcastle ferry
Sailing from Bergen to Newcastle takes around 6h 10m. Tallink Silja runs the route 5 times a day, and fares start from £40.61. We compare every operator on the route in one search, so you can see the cheapest and the fastest side by side before you commit.
Vehicles are carried on this route, so you can take a car, campervan or motorbike across and keep your luggage with you. Foot passengers are welcome on board.
Bergen to Newcastle ferry timetable
There are around 35 sailings a week on this route, 5 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Bergen and Newcastle are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bergen – Newcastle | Tallink Silja | 6h 10m | 35 | £40.61 | £152.64 | Yes |
| Bergen – Hirtshals | Fjord Line | 6h 30m | 7 | £66.30 | £676.74 | Yes |
| Bergen – Balestrand | Norled | 10h | 13 | £79.64 | £248.82 | Foot only |
| Bergen – Stavanger | Fjord Line | 1h 10m | 7 | £20.51 | £120.84 | Yes |
| Bergen – Flam | Norled | 2h | 7 | £98.53 | £203.58 | Foot only |
| Amsterdam – Newcastle | Balearia | 7h 5m | 40 | £46.22 | £184.53 | Yes |
| Stavanger – Newcastle | DFDS Lisco | 9h 30m | 54 | £60.26 | £275.85 | Yes |
| Gothenburg – Newcastle | Color Line | 2h 5m | 10 | £16.23 | £44.52 | Foot only |
| Kristiansand – Newcastle | Tallink Silja | 5h 45m | 32 | £38.08 | £139.12 | Yes |
How much is the ferry from Bergen to Newcastle?
One-way fares start at £40.61. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £152.64. That figure includes vehicles, multiple passengers and peak-season departures, which is why it sits well above the headline price.
Which operators sail this route?
Tallink Silja operates the Bergen – Newcastle crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.
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Taking a vehicle
Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Bergen to Newcastle ferry. Add your vehicle when you search and every price shown will include it, and no vehicle surcharge appears later in the booking.
Getting to Bergen
Check in opens around 90 minutes before departure for vehicles and 45 minutes for foot passengers, and closes 30 to 60 minutes before sailing depending on the operator. Read our Bergen port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Newcastle guide for the other end.
Bergen to Newcastle ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Bergen to Newcastle?
The Bergen to Newcastle ferry takes approximately 6h 10m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Bergen to Newcastle?
One-way fares start from £40.61. The average booking on this route comes to around £152.64 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Bergen to Newcastle?
Tallink Silja operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Bergen to Newcastle ferry run?
There are around 35 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 5 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the Bergen to Newcastle ferry?
Yes. Cars, campervans and motorbikes are carried on this route. Add your vehicle at the search stage so the price you see includes it.
What is the cheapest day to sail from Bergen to Newcastle?
Midweek departures, particularly Tuesday and Wednesday, are typically the cheapest, along with the earliest sailing of the day. Friday and Saturday crossings in July and August are the most expensive.
How far in advance should I book?
Prices on this route rise as departure approaches. Booking more than six weeks ahead usually secures the lowest fare; inside a week you can expect to pay substantially more, especially in peak season.
Do I need a passport for the Bergen to Newcastle ferry?
Carry valid photo ID for every passenger. International crossings require a passport valid for the whole of your trip, and non-EU travellers entering the Schengen area are now subject to biometric registration at the border. Check the operator's requirements before you travel.
Alternative crossings
Other ways to make the same journey, and nearby routes worth comparing.
Bergen to Hirtshals
from £66.30
Bergen to Balestrand
from £79.64
Bergen to Stavanger
from £20.51
Bergen to Flam
from £98.53
Amsterdam to Newcastle
from £46.22
Stavanger to Newcastle
from £60.26
Gothenburg to Newcastle
from £16.23
Kristiansand to Newcastle
from £38.08