Ferries
Ferries are an integral part of Norway's road network. Hundreds of ferry connections operate along the coast and across the fjords — many of them as regular "road ferries" (ferge), which are simply part of the route.
Important Ferry Connections
| Route | Duration | Price (Car + 2 Pers.) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hella–Vangsnes (Sognefjord) | 15 Min. | approx. 200 NOK (18 €) | every 20 Min. |
| Geiranger–Hellesylt | 65 Min. | approx. 450 NOK (40 €) | 4–8× daily |
| Bodø–Moskenes (Lofoten) | 3h 30 | approx. 900 NOK (80 €) | 2–4× daily |
| E39 Fjord Crossings (various) | 10–45 Min. | 100–350 NOK (9–30 €) | every 15–30 Min. |
Tips
- No Reservation Needed on most short fjord ferries — just queue up. Exception: Bodø–Moskenes (Lofoten) in summer must be booked in advance!
- Payment: Credit card or AutoPASS. Some ferries are now cashless
- Electric Ferries: Norway is rapidly electrifying its ferry network — many fjord ferries already run electrically, silently, and emission-free
- Ferry Schedule: The apps from Fjord1 and Torghatten Nord show all departure times in real-time
💡 Tipp
On a typical fjord round trip, you will take 4–8 ferries. The costs add up: Plan 500–1,500 NOK (45–130 €) for ferries in your travel budget. The ferry crossings themselves are often the highlight — standing on the deck early in the morning, breathing in the fjord air, admiring the mountains.
