Norway · The historic Telemark Canal & Kragerø archipelago
Vestfold og Telemark ferry routes & schedules
Ferry travel here splits between coast and canal. The Vestfold and Telemark coast has its skerry-hopping passenger boats around Kragerø, but the region's signature journey is inland: the vintage steamers of the Telemark Canal, gliding through a 19th-century staircase of hand-built locks.
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About
Ferry travel in Vestfold og Telemark
The Telemark Canal
The Telemark Canal is one of Norway's most distinctive boat journeys — a 105-kilometre waterway climbing more than 70 metres through a series of historic locks between Skien and Dalen, opened in 1892 and once called the eighth wonder of the world. Heritage vessels such as the M/S Victoria make the slow, scenic passage in season, a world away from a functional fjord crossing. It's a day-long experience to plan a trip around, not a quick hop.
The Kragerø skerries
On the coast, passenger boats work the Kragerø archipelago — a scatter of low, pine-covered islands that has drawn Norwegian summer visitors and artists for generations. These local boats link the town with its island communities and holiday quays, busiest through the summer season, and most are quick foot-passenger crossings.
Quays
Ferry quays in Vestfold og Telemark
34 quays with published connections. Open a quay for every route that calls there.
- Kragerø ferjekai14
- Gumøy Tangane brygge7
- Skåtøyroa ferjekai6
- Jomfruland Åsvik ferjekai5
- Bærø Gulodden brygge4
- Skåtøy brygge4
- Brevik ferjekai3
- Jomfruland Tårnbrygga3
- Lårdal brygge3
- Sandøya ferjekai3
- Stabbestad ferjekai3
- Bjørkøya brygge2
- Dalen brygge2
- Fjågesund brygge2
- Furuholmen brygge2
- Kirkeholmen brygge2
- Langøy brygge2
- Løveid sluse2
- Tåtøy ferjekai2
- Ulefoss sluse2
- Hogga sluse1
- Kviteseid brygge1
- Skien Hjellebrygga1
- Spjotsodd brygge1
- Vrangfoss sluse1
- Dikkon
- Kjeldal sluse
- Langesund brygge
- Lunde sluse
- Løvøya
- Oksøya
- Portør brygge
- Siktesøya brygge
- Stathelle brygge
At a glance
Which Vestfold og Telemark crossings run most often?
The busiest published crossings, ranked by number of listed sailings.
| Route | Crossing | Sailings | Operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brevik → Sandøya | 10m | 24 / wk | 1 |
| Sandøya → Brevik | 13m | 22 / wk | 1 |
| Kragerø → Skåtøyroa | 2m | 20 / wk | 1 |
| Tåtøy → Furuholmen | — | 18 / wk | 1 |
| Bærø Gulodden → Kragerø | 3m | 16 / wk | 1 |
| Furuholmen → Kirkeholmen | — | 16 / wk | 1 |
| Kragerø → Bærø Gulodden | 5m | 12 / wk | 1 |
| Skåtøyroa → Kragerø | 8m | 11 / wk | 1 |
| Kragerø → Tåtøy | 10m | 11 / wk | 1 |
| Stabbestad → Kragerø | 10m | 10 / wk | 1 |
| Kirkeholmen → Kragerø | 13m | 9 / wk | 1 |
| Jomfruland → Gumøy Tangane | 5m | 8 / wk | 1 |
Timetables
Ferry routes in Vestfold og Telemark
39 routes departing Vestfold og Telemark.
Kragerø ferjekai7 routes
Gumøy Tangane brygge4 routes
Skåtøyroa ferjekai4 routes
Jomfruland Åsvik ferjekai2 routes
Jomfruland Tårnbrygga2 routes
Sandøya ferjekai2 routes
Skåtøy brygge2 routes
Bærø Gulodden brygge1 route
Bjørkøya brygge1 route
Brevik ferjekai1 route
Dalen brygge1 route
Fjågesund brygge1 route
Furuholmen brygge1 route
Hogga sluse1 route
Kirkeholmen brygge1 route
Kviteseid brygge1 route
Langøy brygge1 route
Lårdal brygge1 route
Løveid sluse1 route
Skien Hjellebrygga1 route
Stabbestad ferjekai1 route
Tåtøy ferjekai1 route
Vrangfoss sluse1 route
Operators
Who runs the ferries in Vestfold og Telemark?
Guides
Planning ferry travel in Vestfold og Telemark
Practical guides to fares, booking and the crossings worth building a trip around.
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Travel updates
Latest updates for Vestfold og Telemark
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is special about the Telemark Canal boats?
The Telemark Canal is a historic 19th-century waterway that lifts boats more than 70 metres through a series of hand-built locks between Skien and Dalen. Heritage vessels such as the M/S Victoria make the scenic day-long passage in season — a journey taken for its own sake rather than as a transport link.
How many ferry routes are there in Vestfold og Telemark?
Vestfold og Telemark has 39 ferry and express-boat connections across 34 quays. Each route page lists the timetable, crossing time and operator.
Who operates ferries in Vestfold og Telemark?
Boat and ferry services in Vestfold og Telemark are run by 2 operators, including Farte and Telemarkskanalen. Most are part of Norway's county public-transport network.
How long are ferry crossings in Vestfold og Telemark?
Across Vestfold og Telemark's active crossings the average sailing takes about 15m, while the longest runs roughly 1h 35m. Each route page shows the exact duration.
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Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated August 30, 2026.