Norway ferry · Rogaland
Østhusvik to Tau ferry
- Operator
- Kolumbus
- Crossing
- 30 min
- Sailings / day
- 1
- Runs
- Weekends
How long does it take?
The crossing takes about 30 min.
Who operates it?
Kolumbus operates this crossing.
How often does it run?
One sailing a day, running Weekends.
First & last departure
Around 14:05 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
Østhusvik to Tau departure times
1 listed departure · published for 28 Jun 2026 – 2 Jan 2027. Sailings can change — confirm with Kolumbus before you travel.
| Departs | Arrives | Crossing | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14:05 | 14:35 | 30 min | Weekends |
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 Østhusvik–Tau ferry
Østhusvik to Tau is a scheduled Rogaland ferry crossing. The service runs at weekends. Kolumbus operates this crossing.
The crossing takes about 30 min; there is one sailing on operating days; the first departure is around 14:05; the sea distance is roughly 4 nautical miles.
The terminals
Ports on this route
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Connecting crossings
Onward from Tau
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take?
The crossing takes about 30 min.
Who operates it?
Kolumbus operates this crossing.
How often does it run?
One sailing a day, running Weekends.
First & last departure
Around 14:05 on operating days.
Do foot passengers pay on the Østhusvik–Tau ferry?
On this Norwegian road ferry foot passengers usually travel free — you only pay for a vehicle.
Can I take a car on the Østhusvik–Tau ferry?
Yes. Vehicles board without buying a ticket and are charged automatically by length through AutoPASS.
How much does the Østhusvik–Tau 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.