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KODE Art Museums and Composer Homes
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Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Tananger to Bergen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tananger to Bergen will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Tananger for Bergen on Thu, Aug 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct ferries cover the 163 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest ferries will take 5 h 30 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.




Ferries from Tananger to Bergen run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $33 but you can travel from only $18 by bus.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:30, the last at 14:30. The fastest ferry covers the 88 nautical miles (163 km) distance in 5h 30m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Tananger to Bergen are available to foot passengers.

Distance 88 nautical miles (163 km) |
Average sailing duration 5h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 5h 30m |
First ferry 7:30 AM |
Last ferry 2:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Fjord Line | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 5h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Fjord Line | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun |
Operator Fjord Line | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
The table below shows live departures for Tananger to Bergen ferries for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fjord Line | 7:30 AM Stavanger (Risavika Utenriksterminal) | 5h30 | 1:00 PM Bergen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tananger to Bergen 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 Bergen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Tananger to Bergen ferries use the Stavanger (Risavika Utenriksterminal) to Bergen port pair. Use this guide to compare Tananger and Bergen ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Stavanger (Risavika Utenriksterminal) is 1 km from Tananger city centre. Public transport options include:
Stavanger (Risavika Utenriksterminal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Sjøhuset Skagen (0.9km), Big Horn Steak House (0.8km), Fisketorget Stavanger (0.7km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Stavanger (Risavika Utenriksterminal).
Available at Stavanger (Risavika Utenriksterminal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bergen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Bryggen Tracteursted (0.7km), To Kokker (0.8km), Enhjørningen (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Bergen.
Available at Bergen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bergen.
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