Norway ferry · Nordland
Svolvær to Skutvik ferry
- Operator
- Nordland fylkeskommune
- Crossing
- 2 hrs
- Runs
- Seasonal
How long does it take?
The crossing takes about 2 hrs.
Who operates it?
Nordland fylkeskommune operates this crossing.
At a glance
Service pattern
Seasonal service — not running now. The last published season ran 16 Aug 2026 – 30 Aug 2026. Check Nordland fylkeskommune for next season's dates before planning a trip.
Timetable
Last season's Svolvær to Skutvik departures
1 departure from the 16 Aug 2026 – 30 Aug 2026 season, which has ended — shown as a guide to next year's pattern, not current sailings.
| Departs | Arrives | Crossing | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17:30 | 19:30 | 2 hrs | Sun |
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.
Nordland fylkeskommune: Most Nordland county ferries are free for vehicles outside the summer tariff period (1 May–31 August), and payment is by number-plate recognition — there is no ticket to buy. Bodø–Moskenes and Bodø–Værøy–Røst take vehicle bookings.
About the crossing
The Svolvær–Skutvik ferry
Svolvær to Skutvik is a scheduled Nordland ferry crossing. Nordland fylkeskommune operates this crossing. The crossing takes about 2 hrs.
The sea distance is roughly 22 nautical miles; the service runs seasonally.
Travelling the other way? See the return crossing, Skutvik to Svolvær, which keeps its own timetable.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take?
The crossing takes about 2 hrs.
Who operates it?
Nordland fylkeskommune operates this crossing.
Do foot passengers pay on the Svolvær–Skutvik ferry?
On this Norwegian road ferry foot passengers usually travel free — you only pay for a vehicle.
Can I take a car on the Svolvær–Skutvik ferry?
Yes. Vehicles board without buying a ticket and are charged automatically by length through AutoPASS.
How much does the Svolvær–Skutvik 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 Nordland fylkeskommune on its official site before travelling.