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Farte Schedules 2026

Ferries through the Kragerø archipelago

Skien, Norway

Farte ferryPhoto: Dagfinn Rasmussen / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)
31
Routes
22
Ports
10m
Avg crossing

Farte is a ferry operator and based in Skien, Norway. It operates 31 ferry routes serving 22 ports. Across its network, crossings average about 10m.

Live board

Farte departures today

Filtered to sailings that operate on today's date — open a departure for its full timetable.

Timetables

Which routes does Farte operate?

31 routes with live schedules.

Farte ferry routes: crossing, route, weekly sailings and number of operators
RouteCrossingSailingsOperatorsCountry
BrevikSandøya10m24 / wk1Norway
SandøyaBrevik13m22 / wk1Norway
KragerøSkåtøyroa2m20 / wk1Norway
TåtøyFuruholmen18 / wk1Norway
Bærø GuloddenKragerø3m16 / wk1Norway
FuruholmenKirkeholmen16 / wk1Norway
KragerøBærø Gulodden5m12 / wk1Norway
SkåtøyroaKragerø8m11 / wk1Norway
KragerøTåtøy10m11 / wk1Norway
StabbestadKragerø10m10 / wk1Norway
KirkeholmenKragerø13m9 / wk1Norway
JomfrulandGumøy Tangane5m8 / wk1Norway

Network

Where does Farte sail?

Farte sails to 22 ports.

Experience

Onboard & services

  • Farte app tickets
  • Zone-based fares
  • Car ferries for vehicles
  • One ticket for boat & bus
  • Runs the ferries of the Kragerø archipelago, a jewel of Norway's south coast
  • Small car and passenger boats reach Skåtøy, Tåtøy and out to Jomfruland national park
  • Many of the islands are car-free — the ferry is the way home
  • Also runs the Brevik–Sandøya ferry across the Eidangerfjord in Grenland
  • Boats share Farte's zoned ticket with the region's buses

About

About Farte

Farte is the public transport authority for Telemark in southern Norway, and its ferries serve two very different waters: the tight archipelago around Kragerø and the wider fjord at Brevik.

The Kragerø archipelago

These are some of the shortest crossings on this site. From Kragerø the boats reach Skåtøy (2–8 minutes), Bærø/Gulodden (3–5 minutes), and continue between Tåtøy, Furuholmen and Kirkeholmen. Frequencies are high — around 30 sailings a day on the busier legs — because these islands are lived on year-round, not just visited in summer.

At Brevik, the Sandøy ferry crosses in 10 to 13 minutes.

Seasons differ by boat — check yours

Farte does not run one summer timetable across the network, and the dates do not line up:

  • Kragerø ferries: summer timetable 20 June – 16 August.
  • Løvøy (the island-hopping boat at Brevik): runs only 27 June – 2 August.
  • Sandøy: the same timetable all year.
  • Summer bus timetables run 22 June – 18 August, a different window again.

Tickets

Ferry tickets are not sold in the ordinary transport app. Farte uses a separate app called Farte Ferge for boat tickets, so a bus ticket or the main planner will not get you aboard. Timetables for the current season are published as PDFs and in the Farte journey planner.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Where does Farte sail?

Farte operates 31 ferry routes and serves 22 ports in Norway, including Bærø Gulodden brygge, Bjørkøya brygge, Brevik ferjekai, Dikkon, Furuholmen brygge, Gumøy Tangane brygge, Jomfruland Åsvik ferjekai, Jomfruland Tårnbrygga and more.

Can I take a car on Farte ferries?

Yes — Farte operates vehicle-carrying ferries on some routes. Book vehicle space in advance, especially in peak season, and check the specific crossing for size limits.

What facilities are available on Farte ferries?

Farte ferries typically offer Farte app tickets, Zone-based fares, Car ferries for vehicles, One ticket for boat & bus. Facilities vary by vessel and route — check the specific sailing for details.

How early should I arrive for a Farte ferry?

Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a Farte departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with Farte.

How do I find Farte ferry times?

Browse the live timetables for every Farte route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with Farte before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.

Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated September 6, 2026.

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