Norway ferry · Rogaland
Forsand to Lauvvik ferry
- Operator
- Kolumbus
- Crossing
- 5 min
- Sailings / day
- 3
- Runs
- Daily
How long does it take?
The crossing takes about 5 min.
Who operates it?
Kolumbus operates this crossing.
How often does it run?
3 sailings a day, every day.
First & last departure
Around 09:25 and 16:25 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 Kolumbus before you travel.
Timetable
Forsand to Lauvvik departure times
3 listed departures · published for 24 Oct 2026 – 2 Apr 2027. Sailings can change — confirm with Kolumbus before you travel.
| Departs | Arrives | Crossing | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:25 | 09:30 | 5 min | Mon–Fri |
| 14:25 | 14:30 | 5 min | Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 16:25 | 16:30 | 5 min | Mon–Fri |
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.
Kolumbus: Fares are counted in zones: the zone you start in, every zone you pass through, and the one you get off in. A Kolumbus ticket also works on local trains in Rogaland under a shared fare system.
About the crossing
The Forsand–Lauvvik ferry
Kolumbus runs the Forsand–Lauvvik ferry. The sea distance is roughly 1 nautical miles. The service runs every day.
The crossing takes about 5 min; 3 sailings run on a typical operating day; the first departure is around 09:25 and the last around 16:25.
The terminals
Ports on this route
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Connecting crossings
Onward from Lauvvik
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take?
The crossing takes about 5 min.
Who operates it?
Kolumbus operates this crossing.
How often does it run?
3 sailings a day, every day.
First & last departure
Around 09:25 and 16:25 on operating days.
Do foot passengers pay on the Forsand–Lauvvik ferry?
On this Norwegian road ferry foot passengers usually travel free — you only pay for a vehicle.
Can I take a car on the Forsand–Lauvvik ferry?
Yes. Vehicles board without buying a ticket and are charged automatically by length through AutoPASS.
How much does the Forsand–Lauvvik 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 Kolumbus on its official site before travelling.