Norway ferry · Rogaland
Kvitsøy to Mekjarvik ferry
- Operator
- Kolumbus
- Crossing
- 15 min–20 min
- Sailings / day
- 2
- Runs
- Mon–Fri
How long does it take?
The crossing takes 15 min–20 min, depending on the service.
Who operates it?
Kolumbus operates this crossing.
How often does it run?
2 sailings a day, running Mon–Fri.
First & last departure
Around 06:05 and 17:20 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
Kvitsøy to Mekjarvik departure times
2 listed departures · published for 27 Jun 2026 – 30 Dec 2026. Sailings can change — confirm with Kolumbus before you travel.
| Departs | Arrives | Crossing | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06:05 | 06:20 | 15 min | Mon–Fri |
| 17:20 | 17:40 | 20 min | 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.
About the crossing
The Kvitsøy–Mekjarvik ferry
The Kvitsøy–Mekjarvik ferry runs Monday to Friday. Crossing time ranges from 15 min to 20 min depending on the service. 2 sailings run on a typical operating day.
The first departure is around 06:05 and the last around 17:20; the sea distance is roughly 6 nautical miles; Kolumbus operates this crossing.
The terminals
Ports on this route
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take?
The crossing takes 15 min–20 min, depending on the service.
Who operates it?
Kolumbus operates this crossing.
How often does it run?
2 sailings a day, running Mon–Fri.
First & last departure
Around 06:05 and 17:20 on operating days.
Do foot passengers pay on the Kvitsøy–Mekjarvik ferry?
On this Norwegian road ferry foot passengers usually travel free — you only pay for a vehicle.
Can I take a car on the Kvitsøy–Mekjarvik ferry?
Yes. Vehicles board without buying a ticket and are charged automatically by length through AutoPASS.
How much does the Kvitsøy–Mekjarvik 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.