Norway ferry
Nesna to Ørnes ferry
- Operator
- Havila, Hurtigruten
- Crossing
- 3h 50m
- Sailings / day
- 2
- Runs
- Daily
How long does it take?
The crossing takes about 3h 50m.
Who operates it?
Havila and Hurtigruten operate this crossing.
How often does it run?
2 sailings a day, every day.
First & last departure
Around 06:10 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 Havila before you travel.
Timetable
Nesna to Ørnes departure times
1 listed departure · published for 1 Jun 2026 – 23 Jul 2029. Sailings can change — confirm with Havila before you travel.
| Departs | Arrives | Crossing | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06:10 | 10:00 | 3h 50m | 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.
About the crossing
The Nesna–Ørnes ferry
Nesna to Ørnes is a scheduled ferry crossing. The first departure is around 06:10. The sea distance is roughly 43 nautical miles.
The service runs every day; Havila and Hurtigruten operate this crossing; the crossing takes about 3h 50m; 2 sailings run on a typical operating day.
The terminals
Ports on this route
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take?
The crossing takes about 3h 50m.
Who operates it?
Havila and Hurtigruten operate this crossing.
How often does it run?
2 sailings a day, every day.
First & last departure
Around 06:10 on operating days.
Do foot passengers pay on the Nesna–Ørnes ferry?
On this Norwegian road ferry foot passengers usually travel free — you only pay for a vehicle.
Can I take a car on the Nesna–Ørnes ferry?
Yes. Vehicles board without buying a ticket and are charged automatically by length through AutoPASS.
How much does the Nesna–Ørnes 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 Havila on its official site before travelling.