Scandinavia & Baltic
Ferries to Norway
Compare 264 ferry routes to Norway across 13 operators, from £8.04 one way.
- 264 routes
- 28 ports
- 13 operators
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Norway ferry timetable and prices
Every published route serving Norway, with real crossing times, weekly frequency and starting fares.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oslo – Kiel | Color Line | 20h | 7 | £271.57 | £878.07 | Yes |
| Hirtshals – Kristiansand | Color Line and Fjord Line | 2h 15m | 29 | £14.40 | £280.52 | Yes |
| Kiel – Oslo | Color Line | 20h | 7 | £228.71 | £998.94 | Yes |
| Kristiansand – Hirtshals | Color Line and Fjord Line | 2h 15m | 25 | £14.55 | £229.81 | Yes |
| Newcastle – Bergen | Red Funnel | 8h 25m | 48 | £54.22 | £234.54 | Yes |
| Newcastle – Kristiansand | Condor Ferries | 6h 25m | 36 | £42.01 | £160.36 | Yes |
| Bergen – Newcastle | Tallink Silja | 6h 10m | 35 | £40.61 | £152.64 | Yes |
| Bergen – Hirtshals | Fjord Line | 6h 30m | 7 | £66.30 | £676.74 | Yes |
| Hirtshals – Bergen | Fjord Line | 10h | 7 | £66.30 | £676.74 | Yes |
| Stavanger – Newcastle | DFDS Lisco | 9h 30m | 54 | £60.26 | £275.85 | Yes |
| Kristiansand – Newcastle | Tallink Silja | 5h 45m | 32 | £38.08 | £139.12 | Yes |
| Stavanger – Bergen | Fjord Line | 2h 25m | 13 | £17.26 | £135.53 | Yes |
| Hirtshals – Larvik | Color Line | 3h 45m | 13 | £14.57 | £363.22 | Yes |
| Larvik – Hirtshals | Color Line | 3h 45m | 13 | £14.57 | £308.77 | Yes |
| Bergen – Balestrand | Norled | 10h | 13 | £79.64 | £248.82 | Foot only |
| Balestrand – Bergen | Norled | 5h 15m | 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 |
| Flam – Bergen | Norled | 7h 20m | 7 | £98.53 | £203.58 | Foot only |
| Copenhagen – Oslo | DFDS Lisco | 9h | 51 | £57.35 | £255.56 | Yes |
Sailing information for ferries to Norway
There are 264 ferry routes to and from Norway, connecting 28 ports and operated by Color Line, Fjord Line, Red Funnel, Condor Ferries, Tallink Silja and DFDS Lisco. Fares start from £8.04 on the Rosendal to Snilstveitoy crossing.
The quickest way to reach Norway by sea is Rosendal to Snilstveitoy, which takes just 45m. Longer overnight crossings usually work out cheaper per mile and save you a night's accommodation.
Compare every operator sailing to Norway in one search. We show the full price including your vehicle, so what you see is what you pay.
How long is the ferry to Norway?
Crossing times vary widely by route. The quickest is Rosendal to Snilstveitoy at around 45m. Longer overnight sailings take considerably more time but include a cabin, which often works out cheaper than a crossing plus a hotel.
Norway ferry operators
Color Line, Fjord Line, Red Funnel, Condor Ferries, Tallink Silja, DFDS Lisco, Norled and Destination Gotland and 5 others serve Norway. Each sets its own fares and timetable, so comparing them side by side is the single most reliable way to cut the cost of the crossing.
- Color Line
- Fjord Line
- Red Funnel
- Condor Ferries
- Tallink Silja
- DFDS Lisco
- Norled
- Destination Gotland
- TT Line
- Viking Line
Norway ferry ports
There are 28 ferry ports in Norway. The busiest are listed below, each with a full guide to check-in, parking and onward travel.
- Ferry to Bergen, 54 routes
- Ferry to Balestrand, 23 routes
- Ferry to Flam, 20 routes
- Ferry to Stavanger, 9 routes
- Ferry to Kristiansand, 8 routes
- Ferry to Oslo, 6 routes
- Ferry to Larvik, 2 routes
Can you take a car on the ferry to Norway?
Yes. 167 of the 264 routes serving Norway carry vehicles. Tick “taking a vehicle” when you search and every fare shown will already include your car, so the comparison is like for like.
When is the cheapest time to sail to Norway?
Fares track demand rather than a fixed price list. Midweek departures and the first sailing of the day are consistently cheaper, while July and August weekends carry the largest premium. Booking six or more weeks ahead typically saves 30–50% against the same sailing booked in the final week.
Ferries to Norway: common questions
How many ferry routes are there to Norway?
There are 264 ferry routes serving Norway across 13 operators.
What is the fastest ferry to Norway?
The fastest crossing is Rosendal to Snilstveitoy at around 45m.
What is the cheapest ferry to Norway?
The lowest fares are usually on Rosendal to Snilstveitoy, from £8.04 one way. Booking early and travelling midweek keeps prices down.
Which is the busiest route to Norway?
Selje to Krakhella is the most frequent, with about 62 sailings a week, roughly 9 times a day.
Can I take my car on a ferry to Norway?
Yes. 167 of the 264 routes to Norway carry vehicles. Add your car at the search stage and the prices shown will include it.
Do I need a passport to travel to Norway by ferry?
For international crossings, yes. Every passenger needs a valid passport, and you should check visa and biometric border requirements before travelling. Domestic routes normally require photo ID only.
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