Norway ferry · Vestfold og Telemark
Dalen to Lårdal ferry
- Operator
- Telemarkskanalen
- Crossing
- 30 min–35 min
- Runs
- Seasonal
How long does it take?
The crossing takes 30 min–35 min, depending on the service.
Who operates it?
Telemarkskanalen operates this crossing.
At a glance
Service pattern
Seasonal service — not running now. The last published season ran 13 Aug 2026 – 4 Oct 2026. Check Telemarkskanalen for next season's dates before planning a trip.
Timetable
Last season's Dalen to Lårdal departures
4 departures from the 13 Aug 2026 – 4 Oct 2026 season, which has ended — shown as a guide to next year's pattern, not current sailings.
| Departs | Arrives | Crossing | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 | 08:35 | 35 min | Wed, Fri, Sun |
| 08:50 | 09:20 | 30 min | Wed, Fri, Sun |
| 08:50 | 09:20 | 30 min | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 08:50 | 09:20 | 30 min | Daily |
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.
Telemarkskanalen: A canal with locks rather than a ferry crossing, worked by MS Henrik Ibsen and MS Victoria in summer only — the 2026 season ends on 3 October.
About the crossing
The Dalen–Lårdal ferry
Telemarkskanalen runs the Dalen–Lårdal ferry. The sea distance is roughly 5 nautical miles. The service runs seasonally.
Crossing time ranges from 30 min to 35 min depending on the service.
The terminals
Ports on this route
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take?
The crossing takes 30 min–35 min, depending on the service.
Who operates it?
Telemarkskanalen operates this crossing.
Do foot passengers pay on the Dalen–Lårdal ferry?
On this Norwegian road ferry foot passengers usually travel free — you only pay for a vehicle.
Can I take a car on the Dalen–Lårdal ferry?
Yes. Vehicles board without buying a ticket and are charged automatically by length through AutoPASS.
How much does the Dalen–Lårdal 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 Telemarkskanalen on its official site before travelling.