Norway ferry · Finnmark
Alta to Hammerfest ferry
- Operator
- Snelandia
- Crossing
- 1h 35m–1h 45m
- Sailings / day
- 3
- Runs
- Daily
How long does it take?
The crossing takes 1h 35m–1h 45m, depending on the service.
Who operates it?
Snelandia operates this crossing.
How often does it run?
3 sailings a day, every day.
First & last departure
Around 07:00 and 16:45 on operating days.
At a glance
Service pattern
Days shown are the typical operating pattern. SailNordic lists the schedule shape from published data — individual departure times shift with the season, so confirm the exact timetable with Snelandia before you travel.
Timetable
Alta to Hammerfest departure times
3 listed departures · published for 1 Jun 2026 – 30 Dec 2026. Sailings can change — confirm with Snelandia before you travel.
| Departs | Arrives | Crossing | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 | 08:40 | 1h 40m | Daily |
| 14:45 | 16:20 | 1h 35m | Tue, Wed, Fri |
| 16:45 | 18:30 | 1h 45m | Sun |
Paying for this ferry
How fares work
On foot or by bike
Usually free — just walk aboard, no ticket required.
With a car
No ticket needed; you're billed automatically by vehicle length via AutoPASS.
Rental car
The hire company is registered in AutoPASS and re-bills you, often with an admin fee.
New to this? Our AutoPASS for Ferries guide explains the discounts, length brackets and how foreign cars are invoiced.
About the crossing
The Alta–Hammerfest ferry
The Alta–Hammerfest ferry runs every day. The sea distance is roughly 42 nautical miles. Snelandia operates this crossing.
Crossing time ranges from 1h 35m to 1h 45m depending on the service; 3 sailings run on a typical operating day; the first departure is around 07:00 and the last around 16:45.
The terminals
Ports on this route
Keep going
Connecting crossings
Onward from Hammerfest
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take?
The crossing takes 1h 35m–1h 45m, depending on the service.
Who operates it?
Snelandia operates this crossing.
How often does it run?
3 sailings a day, every day.
First & last departure
Around 07:00 and 16:45 on operating days.
Do foot passengers pay on the Alta–Hammerfest ferry?
On this Norwegian road ferry foot passengers usually travel free — you only pay for a vehicle.
Can I take a car on the Alta–Hammerfest ferry?
Yes. Vehicles board without buying a ticket and are charged automatically by length through AutoPASS.
How much does the Alta–Hammerfest ferry cost?
There is no ticket to buy in advance: foot passengers are usually free and vehicles are billed by length through AutoPASS. SailNordic does not sell tickets.
Where can I get the exact departure times?
SailNordic lists the service pattern from published data. For exact departure times and seasonal changes, check Snelandia on its official site before travelling.