Red Funnel · 8h 25m
Newcastle to Bergen Ferry
Compare every Newcastle to Bergen sailing. From £54.22 one way, 7 times a day, crossing in about 8h 25m.
- 8h 25m crossing
- 48 sailings a week
- Cars carried
Newcastle to Bergen sailings on Saturday 31 October
7 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
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About the Newcastle to Bergen ferry
Red Funnel operates the Newcastle – Bergen crossing 7 times a day. Expect to be at sea for about 8h 25m, with one-way tickets from £54.22. 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.
Newcastle to Bergen ferry timetable
There are around 48 sailings a week on this route, 7 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Newcastle and Bergen are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle – Bergen | Red Funnel | 8h 25m | 48 | £54.22 | £234.54 | Yes |
| Newcastle – Amsterdam | Irish Ferries | 4h 20m | 23 | £29.26 | £96.15 | Yes |
| Newcastle – Gothenburg | DFDS Seaways | 2h 35m | 13 | £19.16 | £54.89 | Foot only |
| Newcastle – Kristiansand | Condor Ferries | 6h 25m | 36 | £42.01 | £160.36 | Yes |
| Hirtshals – Bergen | Fjord Line | 10h | 7 | £66.30 | £676.74 | Yes |
| Stavanger – Bergen | Fjord Line | 2h 25m | 13 | £17.26 | £135.53 | Yes |
| Balestrand – Bergen | Norled | 5h 15m | 13 | £79.64 | £248.82 | Foot only |
| Flam – Bergen | Norled | 7h 20m | 7 | £98.53 | £203.58 | Foot only |
How much is the ferry from Newcastle to Bergen?
One-way fares start at £54.22. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £234.54. 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?
Red Funnel operates the Newcastle – Bergen crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.
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Taking a vehicle
Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Newcastle 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 Newcastle
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 Newcastle port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Bergen guide for the other end.
Newcastle to Bergen ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Newcastle to Bergen?
The Newcastle to Bergen ferry takes approximately 8h 25m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Newcastle to Bergen?
One-way fares start from £54.22. The average booking on this route comes to around £234.54 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Newcastle to Bergen?
Red Funnel operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Newcastle to Bergen ferry run?
There are around 48 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 Newcastle 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 Newcastle 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 Newcastle 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.
Alternative crossings
Other ways to make the same journey, and nearby routes worth comparing.
Newcastle to Amsterdam
from £29.26
Newcastle to Gothenburg
from £19.16
Newcastle to Kristiansand
from £42.01
Hirtshals to Bergen
from £66.30
Stavanger to Bergen
from £17.26
Balestrand to Bergen
from £79.64
Flam to Bergen
from £98.53
Dover to Calais
from £22.93