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Sørfjorden hurtigbåtkai to Melfjordbotn hurtigbåtkai

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Sørfjorden hurtigbåtkai to Melfjordbotn hurtigbåtkai Ferry

Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026

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Departs

Sørfjorden hurtigbåtkai

Nordland

49m
8.7 nm

Arrives

Melfjordbotn hurtigbåtkai

Nordland

Route 18-4132 sailings listed8.7 nm

At a glance

The Sørfjorden hurtigbåtkai to Melfjordbotn hurtigbåtkai ferry takes about 49m, with 2 listed sailings between 10:00 and 18:10. It is operated by Nordland fylkeskommune.

First sailing
10:00
Last sailing
18:10
Sailings listed
2
Crossing
49m

Sørfjorden hurtigbåtkai to Melfjordbotn hurtigbåtkai ferry timetable

DepartsArrivesDurationOperatorRuns
10:0010:4949mNordland fylkeskommuneThu
18:1018:5949mNordland fylkeskommuneFri

Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.

About the Sørfjorden hurtigbåtkaiMelfjordbotn hurtigbåtkai crossing

10:00 on a Thursday, 18:10 on a Friday, and nothing else in the week. Eight hours apart on the clock, a day apart on the calendar, and no third option at all.

Eleven knots up a fjord that ends in ice

8.7 nautical miles in 49 minutes. The Melfjord runs inland towards Svartisen and the pace suggests the boat is calling somewhere along it rather than going straight to the head.

The window opens on 5 November

Nothing is timetabled before that date. Twelve weeks to 29 January, two sailings a week, twenty-four in total — and all of it in the darkest part of the year.

Coming back is a different question

The return leg runs on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays at three different hours. A Thursday out can be a Thursday back; a Friday out cannot.

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

What time is the first sailing?

First departure is 10:00, last is 18:10.

Is there a ferry back from Melfjordbotn?

Yes — see the Melfjordbotn to Sørfjorden ferry for the return schedule.

Does this ferry cross an international border?

No, it's entirely within Norway.

What's the sailing frequency per day?

2 sailings a day on this route.

Which company runs this ferry?

Operated by Nordland fylkeskommune.

How long, roughly, is the crossing?

About 49m 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 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 49m and several sailings a day (first 10:00, last 18:10), 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?

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.

Will these sailing times change soon?

The timetable above is the one in force now and runs to 29 January 2027. The next edition has already been published and starts 5 November 2026; it replaces this table on that date, so what you see here is always the current season rather than a merged list of all of them.

Continue your journey

Onward sailings from Melfjordbotn hurtigbåtkai

Plan a multi-leg trip — these ferries depart Melfjordbotn hurtigbåtkai.

Sharing a stop

Crossings calling at Sørfjorden hurtigbåtkai or Melfjordbotn hurtigbåtkai

Nearby links that share a quay with this one.

Timetable valid Nov 5, 2026Jan 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 August 11, 2026.

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