Getting Around by Ferry

With such an abundance of lakes and fjords snaking their way inland, it is hardly surprising that sooner or later your car journey will be interrupted by a ferry. They are an indispensable part of the Norwegian road network.

The majority of ferries and high-speed ships have such frequent departures that queuing is seldom a big problem. Besides regular ferry service, several ship companies offer fjord cruises too.

A ferry crossing can be a great way to break your journey and a marvelous way to see some spectacular fjords without having to pay over the odds for a sightseeing tour. A typical crossing will cost around £7 for a family and car with longer trips (2 hours or so) costing around £25.

Express Boats
When you are travelling around the west coast, large express boats are an fast and efficient way to travel between coastal towns.

Bergen is the hub of these services linking Norway's second largest city with many coastal and fjord towns and villages.

Fylkesbaatane runs express boat services between the county of Sogn og Fjordane and Bergen with four large catamarans, and local express boat services within Sogn og Fjordane region.

Click Here for Express boat Routes and Timetables.