The cheapest and fastest ferries from Kristiansand to Hirtshals
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Kristiansand to Hirtshals is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kristiansand to Hirtshals will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Kristiansand for Hirtshals on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct ferries cover the 131 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest ferries will take 3 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Kristiansand to Hirtshals Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Color Line | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Color Line | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 3h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Fjord Line | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Sailing Days Wed |
Live departures
Kristiansand to Hirtshals ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Kristiansand to Hirtshals ferries for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:45 PM Kristiansand | 2h25 | 8:10 PM Hirtshals | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
![]() | 12:30 PM Kristiansand | 3h55 | 4:25 PM Hirtshals | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Kristiansand | 3h15 | 5:45 PM Hirtshals | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Kristiansand to Hirtshals


Distance 70 nautical miles (131 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 18 |
Fastest ferry 2h 25m |
First ferry 02:00 |
Last ferry 22:50 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Kristiansand to Hirtshals start from as low as $22 (€18) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $29 (€24) depending on the train type and class.
Ferry operators: Fjord Line, Color Line from Kristiansand to HirtshalsYou can travel by ferry between Kristiansand to Hirtshals with Fjord Line, Color Line for as low as $22 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Fjord Line
Color Line
FAQs: Ferry from Kristiansand to Hirtshals
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kristiansand to Hirtshals by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hirtshals, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Kristiansand Ferry Terminal, which is located around 3.9 miles (6.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Hirtshals Port, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Kristiansand to Hirtshals
- 08:00-18:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 09:00-17:00
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant Sjøhuset (0.3km)
- Restaurant Mother India (0.5km)
- Restaurant Le Monde Tapas (0.7km)
- Main companies are Agder Taxi and Taxi Sør.
- Free
- Bus Line 01, Stop: Kristiansand Havn
- 08:00-18:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 09:00-17:00
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant Lilleheden (0.3km)
- Restaurant Abstrakt (0.5km)
- Hirtshals Kro (0.7km)
- Main companies are Hirtshals Taxi and Nordjyllands Taxa.
- Free
- Bus Line 80, Stop: Hirtshals Station
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