Norway
Melbu ferjekai to Fiskebøl ferjekai Ferry
Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026
Departs
Melbu ferjekai
Nordland
Arrives
Fiskebøl ferjekai
Nordland
Nordland fylkeskommuneAt a glance
The Melbu ferjekai to Fiskebøl ferjekai ferry takes about 25m, with 11 listed sailings between 06:20 and 21:30. It is operated by Nordland fylkeskommune.
- First sailing
- 06:20
- Last sailing
- 21:30
- Sailings listed
- 11
- Crossing
- 25m
Melbu ferjekai to Fiskebøl ferjekai ferry timetable
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:20 | 06:45 | 25m | Nordland fylkeskommune | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 07:50 | 08:15 | 25m | Nordland fylkeskommune | Daily |
| 09:50 | 10:15 | 25m | Nordland fylkeskommune | Daily |
| 11:10 | 11:35 | 25m | Nordland fylkeskommune | Daily |
| 12:30 | 12:55 | 25m | Nordland fylkeskommune | Daily |
| 14:00 | 14:25 | 25m | Nordland fylkeskommune | Daily |
| 15:20 | 15:45 | 25m | Nordland fylkeskommune | Daily |
| 16:40 | 17:05 | 25m | Nordland fylkeskommune | Daily |
| 18:30 | 18:55 | 25m | Nordland fylkeskommune | Daily |
| 20:15 | 20:40 | 25m | Nordland fylkeskommune | Daily |
| 21:30 | 21:55 | 25m | Nordland fylkeskommune | Daily |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
About the Melbu ferjekai – Fiskebøl ferjekai crossing
Eleven sailings a day is the entire service on this link between Vesterålen and Lofoten — a thin timetable for a crossing that carries somewhere between 800 and 1,200 vehicles a day at the peak of the season. Melbu sits on Hadseløya, Fiskebøl on Austvågøya, and the boat takes county road 82 over the Hadselfjorden, meeting E10 on the Lofoten shore.
The sailing to plan around
The first departure, at 06:20, runs Monday to Saturday and does not sail on Sundays. The remaining ten, from 07:50 to 21:30, run every day. With a 25-minute crossing and gaps well over an hour between boats, this is not a service to turn up for on spec — a missed sailing can cost most of an afternoon.
Who runs it, and who buys it
Nordland fylkeskommune procures the service; Torghatten Nord operates the vessels on its behalf. The distinction is worth knowing when you go looking for information, because timetable changes are announced by the county while the boats, crews and on-the-day disruption notices come from the operator.
A fixed link has been assessed, not built
Statens vegvesen has recommended keeping the ferry until the wider question of E10 and Hålogalandsvegen is settled, with a tunnel from Melbu to Strønstad on Austvågøya rated the strongest long-term option. Nothing is under construction, and no closure date applies to the departures listed here.
Vehicles, pets & onboard
- Foot passengers travel free on ferries
- AutoPASS & FerryPay ferry payment
- No reservation — queue at the quay
- Tickets in the Reis app
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
Is there a ferry back from Fiskebøl?
Yes — see the Fiskebøl to Melbu ferry for the return schedule.
Is this a domestic or international route?
Domestic — the whole crossing stays within Norway.
What's the duration of this crossing?
Roughly 25m.
What time is the last sailing?
Sailings run from 06:20 to 21:30.
How often does the ferry run?
11 sailings a day on this route.
Who runs this ferry crossing?
Nordland fylkeskommune.
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 Nordland fylkeskommune for the current tariff.
Can I do this as a day trip?
A day trip is often possible: with a crossing of about 25m and several sailings a day (first 06:20, last 21:30), you can return the same day. Always check the return timetable before you go.
Does the ferry run all year?
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.
Can I take a car on this ferry?
Nordland fylkeskommune 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 Nordland fylkeskommune, 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 11, 2026 – Jan 31, 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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