Norway
Harstad hurtigbåtkai to Bjarkøy hurtigbåtkai Ferry
Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026
Departs
Harstad hurtigbåtkai
Troms
Arrives
Bjarkøy hurtigbåtkai
Troms
SvipperAt a glance
The Harstad hurtigbåtkai to Bjarkøy hurtigbåtkai ferry takes about 35m, with one departure at 05:25. It is operated by Svipper.
- First sailing
- 05:25
- Last sailing
- 05:25
- Sailings listed
- 1
- Crossing
- 35m
Harstad hurtigbåtkai to Bjarkøy hurtigbåtkai ferry timetable
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:25 | 06:00 | 35m | Svipper | Tue, Thu |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
About the Harstad hurtigbåtkai – Bjarkøy hurtigbåtkai crossing
Tuesday and Thursday, at 05:25. Two sailings a week, both at the same hour, covering 11.9 nautical miles in 35 minutes.
A departure at twenty-five past five in the morning, twice a week, is not a general service — it is a specific arrangement for people who need to be in Harstad when the day starts.
Bjarkøy is an island north of Harstad in Troms, historically the seat of Tore Hund, the chieftain named in the sagas as one of the men who killed Olav Haraldsson at Stiklestad in 1030. Since 2018 an undersea tunnel has connected the island to Grytøya and the road network, which is why a route that once carried everything now runs twice a week before dawn.
Vehicles, pets & onboard
- Svipper app tickets
- Cash-free boats & buses
- Sommerbilletten summer pass
- Zone-based fares
Onboard facilities and vehicle, pet and luggage policies vary by operator and vessel; confirm details with the operator before booking.
Getting to & from the ports
Frequently asked questions
Does this ferry cross an international border?
No, it's entirely within Norway.
Is a return sailing available?
Yes — see the return route for its schedule.
What time is the departure?
The single daily sailing leaves at 05:25.
Which operator provides this service?
Svipper operates this route.
How many sailings run each day?
One sailing a day, every day.
What's the duration of this crossing?
Roughly 35m.
How much does a ticket cost?
On most Norwegian road-network ferries, foot passengers and cyclists travel free; cars and larger vehicles are charged automatically via AutoPASS by vehicle length and crossing, so there is no single ticket price. Register an AutoPASS ferry account in advance for a discount, and check Svipper for the current tariff.
Does the ferry run all year?
Sailings operate on selected days, and frequency can change between the summer and winter seasons. The timetable above shows the latest published departures — confirm with the operator for off-season dates.
Can I take a car on this ferry?
Svipper does not list vehicle space on this service — plan to travel as a foot passenger. If you need to bring a car, check with the operator for alternative crossings.
Can I take a pet on this ferry?
Most ferry operators allow pets on this route, usually in a carrier, on deck or in designated pet areas or cabins, and registered assistance dogs travel free. Rules and any fees vary by operator and vessel — check with Svipper, so declare your pet when booking.
What's the luggage allowance?
Foot passengers can normally bring their own luggage aboard at no extra charge, with racks or a luggage area near the entrance, and there is usually no airline-style weight limit. Oversized or excess items may carry a fee, so check with the operator if you are travelling with bulky baggage.
Where can I check live sailing times?
The timetable on this page shows the latest published sailings for this route. Always confirm with the operator before travelling, as schedules change seasonally.
Continue your journey
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Timetable valid Sep 15, 2026 – Dec 29, 2026.Schedule data compiled from Entur, Norway's national public-transport registry.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated September 13, 2026.
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