Norway
Photo: C. Hill / Wikimedia Commons- 64
- Routes
- 28
- Ports
- 10m
- Avg crossing
Ruter is a public transport in Oslo and Akershus and based in Oslo, Norway. It operates 64 ferry routes serving 28 ports. Across its network, crossings average about 10m.
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Ruter departures today
Filtered to sailings that operate on today's date — open a departure for its full timetable.
Timetables
Which routes does Ruter operate?
64 routes with live schedules.
| Route | Crossing | Sailings | Operators | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hovedøya → Aker | 9m | 63 / wk | 1 | Norway |
| Aker → Hovedøya | 6m | 54 / wk | 1 | Norway |
| Aker → Nesoddtangen | 13m | 52 / wk | 1 | Norway |
| Nesoddtangen → Aker | 14m | 51 / wk | 1 | Norway |
| Nakkholmen → Lindøya vest | 4m | 38 / wk | 1 | Norway |
| Bleikøya → Nakkholmen | 11m | 38 / wk | 1 | Norway |
| Lysaker → Nesoddtangen | 8m | 27 / wk | 1 | Norway |
| Nesoddtangen → Lysaker | 8m | 27 / wk | 1 | Norway |
| Lindøya øst → Gressholmen | 6m | 26 / wk | 1 | Norway |
| Gressholmen → Bleikøya | 7m | 26 / wk | 1 | Norway |
| Hovedøya → Lindøya øst | 7m | 26 / wk | 1 | Norway |
| Lindøya vest → Hovedøya | 10m | 26 / wk | 1 | Norway |
64 routes
Network
Where does Ruter sail?
Ruter sails to 28 ports.
Experience
Onboard & services
- Operates public transport services across Oslo and Akershus, Norway.
- Provides a range of transport modes, including bus, T-bane (metro/subway), trikk (tram), and båt (boat/ferry).
- Offers a dedicated mobile application for travel planning and ticket purchases.
- Provides specific services such as school transport (Skoleskyss) and adapted transport (Tilrettelagt transport - TT).
- Informs users about traffic status and route changes, including special summer routes and event-related travel information.
About
About Ruter
Norway's public transport authority, Ruter, provides 64 ferry routes. The majority of these services depart from the Aker brygge terminal. Connections from Aker brygge include sailings to Fornebu, Gressholmen, Hovedøya, Lindøya øst, Nesoddtangen, Slemmestad brygge, and Vollen. An additional route connects Aspond with Fagerstrand.
Ruter Departure Ports and Network
Ruter's ferry network serves a total of 12 departure ports. Besides the primary hub at Aker brygge, passengers can board services at Aspond, Bleikøya, Drøbak, and Fagerstrand. The network also incorporates the ports of Filtvet, Fjellstrand, Flaskebekk, Fornebu, Gressholmen, Hovedøya, and Håøya. The company maintains an official website for schedules and ticketing information.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where does Ruter sail?
Ruter operates 64 ferry routes and serves 28 ports in Norway, including Aker brygge, Aspond, Bleikøya, Drøbak, Fagerstrand, Filtvet, Fjellstrand, Flaskebekk and more.
How do I contact Ruter?
You can reach Ruter via their official booking site.
How early should I arrive for a Ruter ferry?
Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a Ruter departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with Ruter.
How do I find Ruter ferry times?
Browse the live timetables for every Ruter route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with Ruter before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated July 26, 2026.
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