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Bohuslän ferry routes & schedules
Bohuslän is Sweden's granite skerry coast, running north from Gothenburg to the Norwegian border. Its ferries are a mix of Västtrafik's archipelago passenger boats and the free yellow road ferries that carry the coastal highways over the sounds — the practical link to a shore of car-free island villages.
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Ferry travel in Bohuslän
Car-free islands by passenger boat
Many of Bohuslän's most-loved islands — Marstrand, Käringön, Gullholmen, Smögen's outer isles and the Koster Islands — ban or heavily limit cars, so the passenger ferry is how you arrive. Västtrafik runs these archipelago boats as part of the regional transport network, out to the granite fishing villages and, from Strömstad, to the Koster Islands and Sweden's only marine national park. Most are quick, foot-passenger hops — see our guide to foot-passenger versus car ferries.
The free road ferries
Where the coast road meets a sound, Sweden's distinctive free yellow road ferries (run by Trafikverket) carry cars straight across at no charge — you simply drive on, engine off, and drive off the far side. They keep the routes around the Bohuslän islands of Orust and Tjörn and the northern coast moving, and are free because they function as a section of the public road. Our guide on taking a car on a ferry covers the basics.
Quays
Ferry quays in Bohuslän
93 quays with published connections. Open a quay for every route that calls there.
- Göteborg Saltholmens Brygga13
- Strömstad Norra Hamnen9
- Köpstadsö8
- Styrsö Bratten8
- Styrsö Skäret8
- Styrsö Tången8
- Asperö norra6
- Asperö östra6
- Burö färjeläge6
- Donsö6
- Dyrön norra6
- Hyppeln6
- Kalvsund6
- Koster Kilesand6
- Nord-Koster Västra bryggan6
- Rönnäng brygga6
- Göteborg Stenpiren5
- Koster Ekenäs5
- Käringön5
- Lindholmspiren5
- Tjörnekalv5
- Tuvesvik5
- Vrångö (Göteborg)5
- Åstol5
- Eriksbergs Färjeläge4
- Fiskebäckskil brygga4
- Gullholmen Hamnen4
- Gullholmen piren4
- Knippla4
- Koster Långegärde4
- Källö4
- Kårholmen4
- Lilla Varholmen4
- Rörö4
- Styrsö4
- Brännö Husvik2
- Brännö Rödsten2
- Framnäs Öckerö2
- Grönevik Färjeläge2
- Grötö Färjeläge2
- Härön2
- Hönö Pinan färjeläge2
- Klippans Färjeläge2
- Knarrholmen2
- Koster Vettnet2
- Kristinebergs brygga2
- Kyrkesund brygga2
- Lundbystrand2
- Lysekil Ångbåtsbryggan2
- Marstrand färjeläge2
- Marstrandsön2
- Stora Förö2
- Vargö2
- Öckerö färjeläge2
- Östersidan färja2
- Ramsö1
- Öddö Blötebogen1
- Ammenäs brygga
- Anfasteröd brygga
- Basteviksholmarna brygga
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- Brattön Västra
- Brattön Östra
- Dyngö
- Dyrön södra
- Fjällbacka brygga
- Florön
- Fläskö
- Gustafsberg brygga
- Gåsö
- Hafstens brygga
- Hjärterö
- Hästvom
- Hättan
- Kalvö
- Korsö
- Krokholmen
- Lindesnäs brygga
- Ljungskile brygga
- Lyckorna brygga
- Lysekil brygga
- Lövön
- Musö
- Risön
- Rökan Bryggan
- Rörtången bryggan
- Skäret brygga
- Slussen brygga
- Strömstad
- Sunningen brygga
- Uddevalla brygga
- Unda brygga
- Valö Sandhagen
- Älgön (Kungälv)
At a glance
Which Bohuslän crossings run most often?
The busiest published crossings, ranked by number of listed sailings.
| Route | Crossing | Sailings | Operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lindholmspiren → Göteborg Stenpiren | 6m | 183 / wk | 1 |
| Göteborg Stenpiren → Lindholmspiren | 6m | 176 / wk | 1 |
| Hönö Pinan färjeläge → Lilla Varholmen | 13m | 122 / wk | 2 |
| Marstrand färjeläge → Marstrandsön | 2m | 110 / wk | 1 |
| Lilla Varholmen → Hönö Pinan färjeläge | 13m | 106 / wk | 2 |
| Marstrandsön → Marstrand färjeläge | 2m | 103 / wk | 1 |
| Donsö → Styrsö Skäret | 2m | 99 / wk | 1 |
| Köpstadsö → Styrsö Bratten | 4m | 98 / wk | 1 |
| Styrsö Bratten → Köpstadsö | 3m | 95 / wk | 1 |
| Styrsö Skäret → Donsö | 2m | 93 / wk | 1 |
| Brännö Rödsten → Asperö norra | 4m | 79 / wk | 1 |
| Asperö norra → Brännö Rödsten | 4m | 76 / wk | 1 |
Timetables
Ferry routes in Bohuslän
120 routes departing Bohuslän.
120 routes
Operators
Who runs the ferries in Bohuslän?
Guides
Planning ferry travel in Bohuslän
Practical guides to fares, booking and the crossings worth building a trip around.
- Free Road Ferries in Sweden: How the Yellow Ferries WorkSweden runs around 40 free car ferries — the distinctive yellow boats that carry the public roads across sounds and rivers. Here's how they work, why they're free and where to find them.
- Foot Passenger vs Taking the Car: Which Should You Choose?When it's worth bringing the car onto the ferry and when you're better off as a foot passenger — cost, convenience and what waits on the other side.
- How to Take a Car on a Ferry: A Complete GuideEverything you need to know about driving onto a ferry — booking vehicle space, what to do at the terminal, and how to board safely.
- How to Plan a Multi-Stop Ferry TripDiscover how to plan an unforgettable multi-stop ferry adventure. This guide covers everything from choosing destinations to booking tickets and packing smart.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Are ferries free in Bohuslän?
Some are. Sweden's yellow road ferries, run by Trafikverket, are free — you drive straight on and across at no charge, because they work as part of the public road network. The Västtrafik archipelago passenger boats out to the islands, on the other hand, are ticketed regional public transport.
How do I get to the Koster Islands or Marstrand?
By passenger ferry — both are largely car-free. The Koster Islands are reached by boat from Strömstad in northern Bohuslän, and Marstrand by a short ferry from Koön near Kungälv. Bring only what you can carry, as cars stay on the mainland.
How many ferry routes are there in Bohuslän?
Bohuslän has 120 ferry and express-boat connections across 93 quays. Each route page lists the timetable, crossing time and operator.
Who operates ferries in Bohuslän?
Boat and ferry services in Bohuslän are run by 3 operators, including Marstrandsfärjan, Trafikverket Färjerederiet and Västtrafik. Most are part of Sweden's county public-transport network.
How long are ferry crossings in Bohuslän?
Across Bohuslän's active crossings the average sailing takes about 9m, while the longest runs roughly 1h 5m. Each route page shows the exact duration.
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Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated August 23, 2026.