Approaching Oslo on the ferry from Copenhagen

DFDS Lisco · 9h

Copenhagen to Oslo Ferry

Compare every Copenhagen to Oslo sailing. From £57.35 one way, 7 times a day, crossing in about 9h.

  • 9h crossing
  • 51 sailings a week
  • Cars carried

Copenhagen to Oslo sailings on Saturday 31 October

7 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.

Explorer of the North
06:45Copenhagen
9h 45m
★ Cheapest
16:30Oslo
£78.86
total · free changes
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Explorer of the North
09:05Copenhagen
8h 34m
⚡ Fastest
17:39Oslo
£91.65
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Explorer of the North
11:25Copenhagen
9h 27m
Foot passenger
20:52Oslo
£84.52
total
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Only 12 spaces left at this price on the 11:25 sailing.

Explorer of the North
13:45Copenhagen
9h 24m
Foot passenger
23:09Oslo
£90.99
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Only 11 spaces left at this price on the 13:45 sailing.

Explorer of the North
16:05Copenhagen
8h 37m
Foot passenger
00:42Oslo (+1)
£96.09
total
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Explorer of the North
18:25Copenhagen
8h 47m
Foot passenger
03:12Oslo (+1)
£101.94
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Only 13 spaces left at this price on the 18:25 sailing.

Explorer of the North
20:45Copenhagen
9h 15m
Foot passenger
06:00Oslo (+1)
£80.85
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About the Copenhagen to Oslo ferry

DFDS Lisco operates the Copenhagen – Oslo crossing 7 times a day. Expect to be at sea for about 9h, with one-way tickets from £57.35. Fares move with demand, so midweek and early-morning departures are consistently the cheapest way to cross.

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.

Copenhagen to Oslo ferry timetable

There are around 51 sailings a week on this route, 7 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Copenhagen and Oslo are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Copenhagen – Oslo DFDS Lisco9h51 £57.35£255.56 Yes
Kiel – Oslo Color Line20h7 £228.71£998.94 Yes

How much is the ferry from Copenhagen to Oslo?

One-way fares start at £57.35. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £255.56. 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?

DFDS Lisco operates the Copenhagen – Oslo 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 Copenhagen to Oslo 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 Copenhagen

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 Copenhagen port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Oslo guide for the other end.

Copenhagen to Oslo ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Copenhagen to Oslo?

The Copenhagen to Oslo ferry takes approximately 9h. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Copenhagen to Oslo?

One-way fares start from £57.35. The average booking on this route comes to around £255.56 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Copenhagen to Oslo?

DFDS Lisco operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

How often does the Copenhagen to Oslo ferry run?

There are around 51 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 7 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

Can I take a car on the Copenhagen to Oslo 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 Copenhagen to Oslo?

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 Copenhagen to Oslo 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.