Kristiansand to Hirtshals Ferry

About 3h 15m.

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 Color Line for the current tariff.

Served by Color Line.

There are 2 daily departures, with the first at 08:00 and the last at 16:30.

The first sailing currently departs at 08:00 and the last leaves at 16:30. Departure times vary by day and season — check the timetable above for the exact sailing you need.

A same-day return is tight on this route — the crossing takes about 3h 15m each way. Most travellers stay at least one night. Check the return sailings before planning a day trip.

Sailings run daily, 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.

Color Line 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.

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 Color Line, so declare your pet when booking.

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.

The timetable on this page shows the latest published sailings for this route. Always confirm with the operator before travelling, as schedules change seasonally.