Norway
Sandøya ferjekai to Bjørkøya brygge Ferry
Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026
Departs
Sandøya ferjekai
Vestfold og Telemark
Arrives
Bjørkøya brygge
Vestfold og Telemark
FarteAt a glance
The Sandøya ferjekai to Bjørkøya brygge ferry takes about 10m, with 4 listed sailings between 11:00 and 21:35. It is operated by Farte.
- First sailing
- 11:00
- Last sailing
- 21:35
- Sailings listed
- 4
- Crossing
- 10m
Sandøya ferjekai to Bjørkøya brygge ferry timetable
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 | 11:10 | 10m | Farte | Daily |
| 15:20 | 15:30 | 10m | Farte | Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 18:30 | 18:40 | 10m | Farte | Daily |
| 21:35 | 21:45 | 10m | Farte | Fri |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
About the Sandøya ferjekai – Bjørkøya brygge crossing
11:00 and 18:30 run every day. 15:20 is weekends only. 21:35 is Fridays alone. Four departures, and the two that matter most — the late one and the afternoon one — are the two you cannot rely on.
Friday gets three, Tuesday gets two
The 21:35 exists on exactly one evening a week. On an island in the Kragerø archipelago that single sailing is the difference between a dinner on the mainland and an early night.
Ten minutes over a nautical mile
Six knots, which on a crossing this short is mostly the approach at each end. Sandøya and Bjørkøya sit close together among the islands off Kragerø.
7 August to 20 December 2026
A plan that runs well past the summer. Bjørkøya is a summer-house island where the year-round traffic thins out but does not stop.
Vehicles, pets & onboard
- Farte app tickets
- Zone-based fares
- Car ferries for vehicles
- One ticket for boat & bus
Vehicle space is available on this route — book early, especially in peak season. 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.
When's the last ferry of the day?
The last sailing leaves at 21:35.
Who operates the service?
Farte runs this crossing.
What's the sailing frequency per day?
4 sailings a day on this route.
How long, roughly, is the crossing?
About 10m under normal conditions.
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 Farte for the current tariff.
Can I do this as a day trip?
A day trip is often possible: with a crossing of about 10m and several sailings a day (first 11:00, last 21:35), 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?
Yes — Farte carries vehicles on this route. Book your car space in advance, especially in peak season, and check the specific sailing for size limits.
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 Farte, 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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Sharing a stop
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Timetable valid Sep 10, 2026 – Mar 21, 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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