A ferry on the Hirtshals to Bergen route

Fjord Line · 10h

Hirtshals to Bergen Ferry

Compare every Hirtshals to Bergen sailing. From £66.30 one way, daily, crossing in about 10h.

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

Hirtshals to Bergen sailings on Saturday 31 October

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

Aurora of Britannia
07:05Hirtshals
10h 50m
★ Cheapest
17:55Bergen
£107.77
total · free changes
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About the Hirtshals to Bergen ferry

Fjord Line operates the Hirtshals – Bergen crossing daily. Expect to be at sea for about 10h, with one-way tickets from £66.30. Book ahead and you will normally pay closer to the £66.30 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.

Hirtshals to Bergen 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 Hirtshals and Bergen are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Hirtshals – Bergen Fjord Line10h7 £66.30£676.74 Yes
Hirtshals – Kristiansand Color Line and Fjord Line2h 15m29 £14.40£280.52 Yes
Hirtshals – Larvik Color Line3h 45m13 £14.57£363.22 Yes
Newcastle – Bergen Red Funnel8h 25m48 £54.22£234.54 Yes
Stavanger – Bergen Fjord Line2h 25m13 £17.26£135.53 Yes
Balestrand – Bergen Norled5h 15m13 £79.64£248.82 Foot only
Flam – Bergen Norled7h 20m7 £98.53£203.58 Foot only

How much is the ferry from Hirtshals to Bergen?

One-way fares start at £66.30. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £676.74. 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 Hirtshals – Bergen 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 Hirtshals to Bergen 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 Hirtshals

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 Hirtshals port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Bergen guide for the other end.

Hirtshals to Bergen ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Hirtshals to Bergen?

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

How much is the ferry from Hirtshals to Bergen?

One-way fares start from £66.30. The average booking on this route comes to around £676.74 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Hirtshals to Bergen?

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

How often does the Hirtshals to Bergen 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 Hirtshals to Bergen 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 Hirtshals to Bergen?

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 Hirtshals to Bergen 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.