Norway
Mekjarvik hurtigbåtkai to Kvitsøy hurtigbåtkai Ferry
Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026
Departs
Mekjarvik hurtigbåtkai
Rogaland
Arrives
Kvitsøy hurtigbåtkai
Rogaland
KolumbusAt a glance
The Mekjarvik hurtigbåtkai to Kvitsøy hurtigbåtkai ferry takes about 20m, with 3 listed sailings between 17:00 and 19:15. It is operated by Kolumbus.
- First sailing
- 17:00
- Last sailing
- 19:15
- Sailings listed
- 3
- Crossing
- 20m
Mekjarvik hurtigbåtkai to Kvitsøy hurtigbåtkai ferry timetable
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:00 | 17:20 | 20m | Kolumbus | Fri |
| 17:25 | 17:45 | 20m | Kolumbus | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
| 19:15 | 19:35 | 20m | Kolumbus | Sun |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
About the Mekjarvik hurtigbåtkai – Kvitsøy hurtigbåtkai crossing
17:25 Monday to Thursday, 17:00 on Fridays, 19:15 on Sundays. Three departures, no two sharing a calendar, and Saturday carrying none. The crossing covers 6.4 nautical miles in 20 minutes.
Not the car ferry
The vehicle service on the same water runs fourteen times a day and takes thirty-five minutes. This is the fast passenger craft: quicker, thinner, and from a different berth.
All three are evening boats
Nothing runs in the morning. The express exists to get islanders home at the end of a day, and the Friday sailing goes twenty-five minutes earlier than the weekday one to make the start of a weekend.
Current plan
The listed departures run to 2 January 2027. With three sailings on three separate day sets, the calendar decides before the clock does.
Vehicles, pets & onboard
- Mobile tickets (Kolumbus app)
- Zone-based fares
- Kolumbuskort travelcard
- Battery-electric fast ferry (Medstraum)
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
What's the duration of this crossing?
Roughly 20m.
Is this a domestic or international route?
Domestic — the whole crossing stays within Norway.
What's the sailing frequency per day?
3 sailings a day on this route.
Does the ferry run every day?
No — it operates Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun only.
When's the first ferry of the day?
The first sailing leaves at 17:00.
Which operator provides this service?
Kolumbus operates this route.
Can I book the return crossing too?
Yes, check the return route for its own times and fares.
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 Kolumbus for the current tariff.
Can I do this as a day trip?
A day trip is often possible: with a crossing of about 20m and several sailings a day (first 17:00, last 19:15), 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?
Kolumbus 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 Kolumbus, so declare your pet when booking.
Sharing a stop
Crossings calling at Mekjarvik hurtigbåtkai or Kvitsøy hurtigbåtkai
Nearby links that share a quay with this one.
Timetable valid Sep 5, 2026 – Mar 29, 2027.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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