A ferry on the Hirtshals to Larvik route

Color Line · 3h 45m

Hirtshals to Larvik Ferry

Compare every Hirtshals to Larvik sailing. From £14.57 one way, daily, crossing in about 3h 45m.

  • 3h 45m crossing
  • 13 sailings a week
  • Cars carried
  • Verified timetable

Hirtshals to Larvik sailings on Saturday 31 October

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

Endeavour of the North
05:45Hirtshals
4h 5m
★ Cheapest
09:50Larvik
£19.28
total
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Endeavour of the North
20:45Hirtshals
4h 1m
⚡ Fastest
00:46Larvik (+1)
£20.38
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Only 9 spaces left at this price on the 20:45 sailing.

About the Hirtshals to Larvik ferry

The Hirtshals to Larvik ferry is operated by Color Line, sailing daily with a typical crossing time of 3h 45m. Book ahead and you will normally pay closer to the £14.57 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 Larvik ferry timetable

There are around 13 sailings a week on this route, daily. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Hirtshals and Larvik are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Hirtshals – Larvik Color Line3h 45m13 £14.57£363.22 Yes
Hirtshals – Kristiansand Color Line and Fjord Line2h 15m29 £14.40£280.52 Yes
Hirtshals – Bergen Fjord Line10h7 £66.30£676.74 Yes

How much is the ferry from Hirtshals to Larvik?

One-way fares start at £14.57. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £363.22. 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?

Color Line operates the Hirtshals – Larvik 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 Larvik 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 Larvik guide for the other end.

Hirtshals to Larvik ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Hirtshals to Larvik?

The Hirtshals to Larvik ferry takes approximately 3h 45m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Hirtshals to Larvik?

One-way fares start from £14.57. The average booking on this route comes to around £363.22 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Hirtshals to Larvik?

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

How often does the Hirtshals to Larvik ferry run?

There are around 13 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 Larvik 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 Larvik?

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 Larvik 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.