A ferry on the Newcastle to Kristiansand route

Condor Ferries · 6h 25m

Newcastle to Kristiansand Ferry

Compare every Newcastle to Kristiansand sailing. From £42.01 one way, 5 times a day, crossing in about 6h 25m.

  • 6h 25m crossing
  • 36 sailings a week
  • Cars carried

Newcastle to Kristiansand sailings on Saturday 31 October

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

Explorer of the Baltic
04:50Newcastle
6h 10m
★ Cheapest
11:00Kristiansand
£53.63
total
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Explorer of the Baltic
08:50Newcastle
6h 54m
Foot passenger
15:44Kristiansand
£66.05
total
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Explorer of the Baltic
12:50Newcastle
6h 14m
Foot passenger
19:04Kristiansand
£65.82
total · free changes
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Explorer of the Baltic
16:50Newcastle
6h 37m
Foot passenger
23:27Kristiansand
£70.04
total
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Only 13 spaces left at this price on the 16:50 sailing.

Explorer of the Baltic
20:50Newcastle
6h 11m
Foot passenger
03:01Kristiansand (+1)
£54.21
total · free changes
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About the Newcastle to Kristiansand ferry

Sailing from Newcastle to Kristiansand takes around 6h 25m. Condor Ferries runs the route 5 times a day, and fares start from £42.01. Book ahead and you will normally pay closer to the £42.01 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.

Newcastle to Kristiansand ferry timetable

There are around 36 sailings a week on this route, 5 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Newcastle and Kristiansand are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Newcastle – Kristiansand Condor Ferries6h 25m36 £42.01£160.36 Yes
Newcastle – Bergen Red Funnel8h 25m48 £54.22£234.54 Yes
Newcastle – Amsterdam Irish Ferries4h 20m23 £29.26£96.15 Yes
Newcastle – Gothenburg DFDS Seaways2h 35m13 £19.16£54.89 Foot only
Hirtshals – Kristiansand Color Line and Fjord Line2h 15m29 £14.40£280.52 Yes

How much is the ferry from Newcastle to Kristiansand?

One-way fares start at £42.01. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £160.36. 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?

Condor Ferries operates the Newcastle – Kristiansand 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 Kristiansand 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 Kristiansand guide for the other end.

Newcastle to Kristiansand ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Newcastle to Kristiansand?

The Newcastle to Kristiansand ferry takes approximately 6h 25m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Newcastle to Kristiansand?

One-way fares start from £42.01. The average booking on this route comes to around £160.36 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Newcastle to Kristiansand?

Condor Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

How often does the Newcastle to Kristiansand ferry run?

There are around 36 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 Newcastle to Kristiansand 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 Kristiansand?

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 Kristiansand 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.