Norway ferry · Trøndelag
Brekstad to Trondheim ferry
- Operator
- AtB
- Crossing
- 50 min–1 hr
- Sailings / day
- 9
- Runs
- Daily
How long does it take?
The crossing takes 50 min–1 hr, depending on the service.
Who operates it?
AtB operates this crossing.
How often does it run?
9 sailings a day, every day.
First & last departure
Around 00:40 and 20:00 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 AtB before you travel.
Timetable
Brekstad to Trondheim departure times
9 listed departures · published for 21 Jun 2026 – 21 Nov 2026. Sailings can change — confirm with AtB before you travel.
| Departs | Arrives | Crossing | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00:40 | 01:30 | 50 min | Sun |
| 10:35 | 11:30 | 55 min | Mon–Fri |
| 11:20 | 12:10 | 50 min | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
| 12:40 | 13:30 | 50 min | Sat |
| 13:20 | 14:10 | 50 min | Fri |
| 14:30 | 15:30 | 1 hr | Sun |
| 17:05 | 18:00 | 55 min | Sat |
| 18:25 | 19:15 | 50 min | Fri |
| 20:00 | 20:50 | 50 min | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
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 Brekstad–Trondheim ferry
The Brekstad–Trondheim ferry runs every day. The sea distance is roughly 25 nautical miles. AtB operates this crossing.
Crossing time ranges from 50 min to 1 hr depending on the service; 9 sailings run on a typical operating day; the first departure is around 00:40 and the last around 20:00.
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Good to know
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take?
The crossing takes 50 min–1 hr, depending on the service.
Who operates it?
AtB operates this crossing.
How often does it run?
9 sailings a day, every day.
First & last departure
Around 00:40 and 20:00 on operating days.
Do foot passengers pay on the Brekstad–Trondheim ferry?
On this Norwegian road ferry foot passengers usually travel free — you only pay for a vehicle.
Can I take a car on the Brekstad–Trondheim ferry?
Yes. Vehicles board without buying a ticket and are charged automatically by length through AutoPASS.
Can I do Brekstad–Trondheim as a day trip?
With 9 sailings a day a same-day return is usually workable — just check the first (00:40) and last (20:00) departures and the return timetable.
How much does the Brekstad–Trondheim 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 AtB on its official site before travelling.