The cheapest and fastest ferries from Kristiansand to Hirtshals
Cheapest price
£129
Average price
£135
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 30 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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kristiansand to Hirtshals will cost around £135 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £129.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Kristiansand for Hirtshals every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 14 Jan the direct ferries cover the 131 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 3 h 45 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.
Color Line
Fjord Line
Color Line
Fjord LineKristiansand to Hirtshals Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Fjord Line | Departure Time 14:30 | Arrival Time 18:15 | Duration 3h45 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Color Line | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 11:15 | Duration 3h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Color Line | Departure Time 16:30 | Arrival Time 19:50 | Duration 3h20 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Live departures
Kristiansand to Hirtshals ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Kristiansand to Hirtshals ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday 14 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Color Line | 07:00 Kristiansand Ferry Terminal | 3h15 | 10:15 Hirtshals Port | 0 changesdirect | |
Fjord Line | 13:30 Kristiansand Ferry Terminal | 3h45 | 17:15 Hirtshals (Fjord Line Vehicle Check-in) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Kristiansand to Hirtshals
Ferries from Kristiansand to Hirtshals run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 02:00, the last at 22:50. The fastest ferry covers the 70 nautical miles (131 km) distance in 2h 25m. There are 18 sailings per week. Ferries from Kristiansand to Hirtshals are available to foot passengers.


Distance 70 nautical miles (131 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
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 |
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 £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Fjord Line
Color Line
FAQs: Kristiansand to Hirtshals ferries
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
Important Stations and Airports in Kristiansand and 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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