Price comparison
Ferry to Norway: costs & prices
Prices change with date, demand, vehicle and cabin - here you compare the cost logic of the routes.
- Always compare the current price for the same travel day and vehicle dimensions
- Weigh up short day ferry, overnight ferry and saved road kilometres together
- Check cabin, flexible fares and pet options as part of the total price
Ferry to Norway: comparing prices correctly
Price comparison by route
Comparing prices correctly
Ferry prices are dynamic. A single 'from' figure is therefore only a snapshot and says little about your trip. For a fair comparison, enter the same travel day, the same number of travellers, the identical vehicle and a comparable cabin on every route.
| Route | Price-shaping choices | What else to weigh up |
|---|---|---|
| Hirtshals - Kristiansand | operator, departure, vehicle dimensions, fare | short crossing; Fjord FSTR seasonal, SuperSpeed 1 year-round |
| Hirtshals - Larvik | travel day, vehicle category, fare | short day crossing and onward travel towards Oslo/Telemark |
| Hirtshals - Stavanger | vehicle, cabin, occupancy, fare | overnight crossing direct to south-west Norway |
| Hirtshals - Bergen | vehicle, cabin, occupancy, fare | overnight crossing to the western Norwegian fjord coast |
| Kiel - Oslo | vehicle, cabin, travel day, fare | direct departure in Germany and saved road kilometres |
| Copenhagen - Oslo | vehicle, cabin, travel day, fare | overnight crossing between the capitals |
| Strömstad - Sandefjord | vehicle, departure, fare | worthwhile if your overland route already runs through Sweden |
From Hirtshals: day crossing or western Norway overnight
For southern Norway, compare
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. On the Kristiansand route, two operators sail with different ships and crossing times: Fjord Line's seasonal Fjord FSTR takes 2 hours 25 minutes, Color Line's SuperSpeed 1 takes 3 hours 15 minutes. Compare the specific departure you'd take, not a blended route average.
For the west coast, Fjord Line sails direct to Stavanger and on to Bergen. Here, the cabin affects the total price more than on a short day ferry. In return, depending on your destination, you save a long onward drive through Norway.
Direct from Germany or via Copenhagen
Kiel - Oslo is the only direct Norway ferry from Germany. The ticket price is often higher than a short Skagerrak crossing, but it includes the overnight journey and cuts the driving distance through Denmark. Factor in fuel, possible tolls and an alternative overnight stay.
Copenhagen - Oslo is served by Go Nordic Cruiseline as an overnight connection carrying vehicles. Here too, compare vehicle and cabin during booking; the route isn't a purely passenger connection.
How to lower the total price
Measure your vehicle correctly
Length and height, including all fittings, determine the category. Especially with a motorhome, a bike rack, roof structure or trailer can change the fare.
Compare dates
Test several departures around your preferred date. Season, day of the week and demand all affect the price; there's no universally 'cheapest' week without checking live availability.
Factor in fare conditions
The lowest fare isn't automatically the best choice. If your trip is still uncertain, a flexible rebooking or cancellation option can work out cheaper than a later change. Before completing your booking, check what's included in the fare.
Look at the whole trip, not the ticket alone
A short ferry can be cheaper on the ticket but generate more road kilometres. Weigh up ticket, cabin, fuel, tolls and, if relevant, hotel costs together. From there, the route page you choose leads to the date-specific price check.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ - the cost of the ferry to Norway
The key questions on prices and comparison, answered concisely.
Which ferry to Norway is cheapest? +
Short day ferries from Hirtshals often have a lower ticket price than overnight ferries. Which connection is cheaper overall, though, also depends on the journey to port, fuel, tolls, cabin and a possible hotel night. Compare for your specific date.
How can I save on the ferry to Norway? +
Compare several travel days, book early if your plans are fixed, and check the outbound and return journey together. Flexible fares often cost more but can reduce the risk of rebooking. The total price shown during booking is always what counts.
Does a larger vehicle cost more? +
Yes. Length and, in some cases, height determine the vehicle category. Measure your motorhome, caravan combination or van including roof box, bike rack and tow bar so you're comparing the same category and avoid extra charges later.
Is the cabin included in the price? +
On overnight connections, a cabin can be compulsory or effectively necessary and can change the total price considerably. Always compare the same cabin category rather than a foot-passenger or seat price against a vehicle package.