All ferries to Norway
Ferries to Norway
In the land of fjords and islands, you will naturally find a whole lot of ferries! There are many domestic ferry services, but Norway also has international ferry connections with Denmark and Germany.
From the UK you will have to travel either via France or the Netherlands by ferry and then drive up to Denmark or Germany for your next crossing.
Between Denmark and Norway, primarily fast ferries operate over relatively short distances, except for the longer route between Copenhagen and Oslo. Between Germany and Norway, there is a long crossing available on a luxury ferry, which can be particularly interesting for Dutch travellers. The departure is from Kiel, a port that is easily accessible by car.
We have several ferry guides available for those considering a trip to Norway by ferry. From Germany and Denmark, the most logical connections to Norway for British visitors and tourists are available.
There are several routes to Norway. From Germany, a cruise ferry departs to Oslo; this is a longer, more comfortable crossing. You can also travel via Denmark to Norway.
From Hirtshals, ferries sail to four different cities in Norway: Bergen, Stavanger, Kristiansand and Larvik.
It is also possible to drive almost the entire route by car. You can travel via Germany to Denmark (with a short crossing: Puttgarden-Rodby) and then from there via the Oresund Bridge to Sweden and drive all the way to Norway.
Ferry Guides for Norway
Everything you need to know before booking your ferry trip to Norway
All Crossings to Norway
These are all the ferries to Norway
Enjoy a cruise ferry or drive yourself.
Denmark, the Netherlands, and Germany have good connections with Norway. There are fast and relatively short crossings between Denmark and Norway. However, you can also book a long crossing between Copenhagen and Oslo. It is also possible to sail by ferry from Sweden to Norway.
If you opt for a crossing to or from the Netherlands and Germany, you can enjoy aboard a cruise ferry. That is a ship that looks more like a cruise than a ferry. That means a night cruise with lots of entertainment on board.
Travelling and Staying in Norway
Are you looking for peace and space? Norway offers beautiful nature, and thanks to the Fjords, you experience unique landscapes.
The country is a popular holiday destination among people who want to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Usually, passengers go to Norway in their vehicle, as the natural beauty is easiest to reach by car.
The country is also frequently visited by people with a motorhome or caravan. This group will usually use the ferries that sail to the country.
Don't expect big highways in Norway. Travelling through the country at your leisure is best because the roads are often winding, and there is often a maximum speed of 70 km per hour. If you are making a round trip, you will probably also have to take a domestic ferry now and then. This allows you to cross the fjords and avoid long detours.
The ferry companies that you see most often when you book a ferry trip in Norway are DFDS, Fjordline, Colorline, and Holland Norway Lines.
The cheapest way is to get there by car from Sweden, otherwise you need to drive towards the north of Denmark. It's easy there to go by ferry to Norway.
If you're only thinking about the cost to get there by ferry: you can book tickets from the North of Denmark for around £90 and the longer the ferryline is the most this will cost you.
Keep in mind though that Norway is an expensive country: It's almost impossible to have a cheap holiday in Norway. Expect to return with empty pockets. =)
Yes, it is usually possible to take the dog on board the boat to Norway. On the longer crossings, kennels can often be booked or the dog is allowed in the cabin. On short crossings, the four-legged friend can remain in the car. There are some formalities. For example, the dog must have an animal passport, a microchip, timely rabies vaccination, and treatment against tapeworm.
If this is not followed, there is a risk that the dog, cat, or ferret will have to be quarantined for four weeks. More info regarding bringing pets on ferries.
Blogs & News
Interesting blogs and useful tips about ferry travel and/or Norway
Ferry Talk
Questions or experiences? We'd love for you to share them.
Is it true that you can't go on Norwegian ferries if you have an electric car? Want to ferry with my Tesla to Denmark.
Which ferry would you advice if I want to travel to Oslo from Copenhagen? Please help me as there are to many possible routes and I simply want to know the best one.
@Fin, the rules on this case are a bit different per company. Check out this blogpost regarding the issue of electric cars on ferries:
https://ferrygogo.com/havila-bans-electric-hybrid-cars-on-ferries/
@Stockton, we would go for this route:
https://ferrygogo.co.uk/norway/ferries-to-oslo/