Ferry crossing between Kristiansand and Newcastle

Tallink Silja · 5h 45m

Kristiansand to Newcastle Ferry

Compare every Kristiansand to Newcastle sailing. From £38.08 one way, 5 times a day, crossing in about 5h 45m.

  • 5h 45m crossing
  • 32 sailings a week
  • Cars carried

Kristiansand to Newcastle sailings on Saturday 31 October

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

Sovereign of the Channel
05:00Kristiansand
6h 3m
★ Cheapest
11:03Newcastle
£50.27
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Sovereign of the Channel
09:00Kristiansand
6h 18m
Foot passenger
15:18Newcastle
£61.10
total
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Sovereign of the Channel
13:00Kristiansand
5h 57m
Foot passenger
18:57Newcastle
£59.49
total
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Sovereign of the Channel
17:00Kristiansand
6h 1m
Foot passenger
23:01Newcastle
£62.72
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Sovereign of the Channel
21:00Kristiansand
5h 53m
⚡ Fastest
02:53Newcastle (+1)
£50.94
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About the Kristiansand to Newcastle ferry

Sailing from Kristiansand to Newcastle takes around 5h 45m. Tallink Silja runs the route 5 times a day, and fares start from £38.08. 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.

Kristiansand to Newcastle ferry timetable

There are around 32 sailings a week on this route, 5 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Kristiansand and Newcastle are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Kristiansand – Newcastle Tallink Silja5h 45m32 £38.08£139.12 Yes
Kristiansand – Hirtshals Color Line and Fjord Line2h 15m25 £14.55£229.81 Yes
Amsterdam – Newcastle Balearia7h 5m40 £46.22£184.53 Yes
Bergen – Newcastle Tallink Silja6h 10m35 £40.61£152.64 Yes
Stavanger – Newcastle DFDS Lisco9h 30m54 £60.26£275.85 Yes
Gothenburg – Newcastle Color Line2h 5m10 £16.23£44.52 Foot only

How much is the ferry from Kristiansand to Newcastle?

One-way fares start at £38.08. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £139.12. 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?

Tallink Silja operates the Kristiansand – Newcastle 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 Kristiansand to Newcastle 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 Kristiansand

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 Kristiansand port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Newcastle guide for the other end.

Kristiansand to Newcastle ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Kristiansand to Newcastle?

The Kristiansand to Newcastle ferry takes approximately 5h 45m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Kristiansand to Newcastle?

One-way fares start from £38.08. The average booking on this route comes to around £139.12 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Kristiansand to Newcastle?

Tallink Silja operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

How often does the Kristiansand to Newcastle ferry run?

There are around 32 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 5 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

Can I take a car on the Kristiansand to Newcastle 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 Kristiansand to Newcastle?

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 Kristiansand to Newcastle 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.