
Norway
Lårdal brygge to Dalen brygge Ferry
Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026
Departs
Lårdal brygge
Vestfold og Telemark
Arrives
Dalen brygge
Vestfold og Telemark
At a glance
The Lårdal brygge to Dalen brygge ferry takes about 40m, with 2 listed sailings between 17:00 and 17:55. It is operated by Telemarkskanalen.
- First sailing
- 17:00
- Last sailing
- 17:55
- Sailings listed
- 2
- Crossing
- 40m
Lårdal brygge to Dalen brygge ferry timetable
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:00 | 17:40 | 40m | Telemarkskanalen | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 17:55 | 18:35 | 40m | Telemarkskanalen | Tue, Thu, Sat |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
About the Lårdal brygge – Dalen brygge crossing
Two departures fifty-five minutes apart, and they belong to different boats. The 17:00 is the daily local service working back up from Spjotsodd. The 17:55 runs Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays and is the through-boat completing its run from Skien.
Forty minutes for 5.1 nautical miles
Under eight knots on the Telemark Canal. Dalen is the upper terminus, at the head of the Bandak lake, where the canal ends and the hotel that was built for it still stands.
The through service alternates
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday the boat comes up the canal; Wednesday, Friday and Sunday it goes down, leaving Dalen at 08:00. The daily 17:00 is the shorter shuttle that runs regardless.
7 August to 3 October 2026
Eight weeks. The canal season is short and the through journey — eighteen locks and about a hundred kilometres from Skien — takes the better part of a day in either direction.
Vehicles, pets & onboard
- Historic canal boats
- Full-day & short cruises
- Onboard café
- Seasonal (May–Sep)
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
How many times a day does it sail?
2 sailings a day.
Is there a ferry back from Dalen?
Yes — see the Dalen to Lårdal ferry for the return schedule.
Who runs this ferry crossing?
Telemarkskanalen.
How long, roughly, is the crossing?
About 40m under normal conditions.
Do I need a passport for this ferry?
No, it's a domestic crossing within Norway.
What time is the first sailing?
First departure is 17:00, last is 17:55.
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 Telemarkskanalen for the current tariff.
Can I do this as a day trip?
A day trip is often possible: with a crossing of about 40m and several sailings a day (first 17:00, last 17:55), you can return the same day. Always check the return timetable before you go.
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?
Telemarkskanalen 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 Telemarkskanalen, 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.
Timetable valid Sep 2, 2026 – Oct 3, 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 6, 2026.
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