Balestrand – Bergen

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Balestrand – Bergen

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Ferry from Balestrand to Bergen

Depending on the season their are usually 2 daily and 14 weekly sailings between Balestrand and Bergen. Norled provides the ferry from Balestrand to Bergen. Balestrand Bergen ferries cost between $148 and $586, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.

What's the ferry schedule from Balestrand to Bergen?

The earliest Balestrand Bergen ferry typically departs Balestrand at about 07:50 and the last ferry usually leaves at 16:50.

How long is the ferry from Balestrand to Bergen?

Ferries from Balestrand to Bergen sail in around 3 hours 55 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 3 hours 53 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Balestrand Bergen Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 14 weekly sailings from Balestrand to Bergen provided by Norled. Timetables can change from season to season.

How much does the ferry cost from Balestrand to Bergen?

The price of a ferry from Balestrand to Bergen typically range between $146* and $581*. On average the Balestrand Bergen ferry is $291*. The cheapest Balestrand Bergen ferry prices start from $146*. The average price for a foot passenger is $291*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated April 25.

What is the distance from Balestrand to Bergen?

The distance between Balestrand to Bergen is approximately 101 miles (162km) or 88 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Balestrand to Bergen with a car?

Unfortunately, cars are not allowed to travel on ferries between Balestrand and Bergen.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Balestrand to Bergen?

Norled allow foot passengers on Balestrand Bergen ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Balestrand to Bergen?

Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Balestrand to Bergen.

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Balestrand - Bergen Route summary
Departure Country Norway
Destination Country Norway
No. of Operators 1
Operators Norled
Average Price A$245*
Average Daily Sailings 2
Average Weekly Sailings 13
Average Sailing Duration 3h 56m
Fastest Sailing Duration 3h 53m
First Ferry 07:50
Last Ferry 16:50
Distance 87 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

Balestrand to Bergen Ferry Most Popular Questions

Bergen Guide

The city and port of Bergen is located on Norway's west coast, on the peninsular of Bergenhalvoyen, and is sometimes called the city of The Seven Mountains. As the gateway to the fjords, Bergen is an international city that is full of charm and history just waiting to be explored. The Norwegian Fjords are perhaps one of the world's most spectacular natural tourist attraction and have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

There are a number of cultural institutions located in the city and are also popular with tourists. These include the Den Nationale Scene theatre, Grieg Hall concert venue and orchestras like as the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra. The city also hosts a number of festivals each year and includes the Bergen International Festival and the Bergen International Film Festival.

Bergen's port is the largest in Norway and is the southern terminus of Hurtigruten, the Coastal Express which operates daily services along the coast to Kirkenes. Ferry services from the port depart to Hirtshals in Denmark and to Haugesund, Stavanger, Sognefjord and Nordfjord.

Balestrand to Bergen
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 31/3/2025 and 6/4/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Norled 07:50 11:50 4 hours Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Norled 11:27 15:20 3 hours 53 minutes Mon
Norled 16:50 20:45 3 hours 55 minutes Everyday

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