A ferry on the Bergen to Stavanger route

Fjord Line · 1h 10m

Bergen to Stavanger Ferry

Compare every Bergen to Stavanger sailing. From £20.51 one way, daily, crossing in about 1h 10m.

  • 1h 10m crossing
  • 7 sailings a week
  • Cars carried
  • Verified timetable

Bergen to Stavanger sailings on Saturday 31 October

1 departure found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.

Aurora of Britannia
06:40Bergen
1h 10m
★ Cheapest
07:50Stavanger
£25.17
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About the Bergen to Stavanger ferry

The Bergen to Stavanger ferry is operated by Fjord Line, sailing daily with a typical crossing time of 1h 10m. Book ahead and you will normally pay closer to the £20.51 end; last-minute summer sailings are where prices climb hardest.

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 Stavanger ferry timetable

There are around 7 sailings a week on this route, daily. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Bergen and Stavanger are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Bergen – Stavanger Fjord Line1h 10m7 £20.51£120.84 Yes
Bergen – Newcastle Tallink Silja6h 10m35 £40.61£152.64 Yes
Bergen – Hirtshals Fjord Line6h 30m7 £66.30£676.74 Yes
Bergen – Balestrand Norled10h13 £79.64£248.82 Foot only
Bergen – Flam Norled2h7 £98.53£203.58 Foot only

How much is the ferry from Bergen to Stavanger?

One-way fares start at £20.51. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £120.84. 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?

Fjord Line operates the Bergen – Stavanger crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.

Taking a vehicle

Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Bergen to Stavanger 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 Stavanger guide for the other end.

Bergen to Stavanger ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Bergen to Stavanger?

The Bergen to Stavanger ferry takes approximately 1h 10m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Bergen to Stavanger?

One-way fares start from £20.51. The average booking on this route comes to around £120.84 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Bergen to Stavanger?

Fjord Line operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

How often does the Bergen to Stavanger ferry run?

There are around 7 sailings a week on this route, which works out at daily. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

Can I take a car on the Bergen to Stavanger 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 Stavanger?

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 Stavanger 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.