Norway ferry · Nordland
Våg to Bodø ferry
- Operator
- Nordland fylkeskommune
- Crossing
- 35 min
- Sailings / day
- 2
- Runs
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
How long does it take?
The crossing takes about 35 min.
Who operates it?
Nordland fylkeskommune operates this crossing.
How often does it run?
2 sailings a day, running Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun.
First & last departure
Around 10:40 and 20:10 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 Nordland fylkeskommune before you travel.
Timetable
Våg to Bodø departure times
6 listed departures · published for 29 Oct 2026 – 31 Mar 2027. Sailings can change — confirm with Nordland fylkeskommune before you travel.
| Departs | Arrives | Crossing | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:40 | 11:15 | 35 min | Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 15:55 | 16:30 | 35 min | Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun |
| 20:10 | 20:45 | 35 min | Wed |
| 20:45 | 21:20 | 35 min | Thu |
| 21:15 | 21:50 | 35 min | Fri |
| 21:25 | 22:00 | 35 min | Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Paying for this boat
How fares work
Per person
Every passenger needs a ticket — buy it in the operator's app, or on board where card payment is offered.
No AutoPASS
This is a passenger-only boat — there is no car deck.
Nordland fylkeskommune: Nordland's express boats charge a per-person fare: buy it in the Reis Nordland app or on board by card (the Reinefjord boat no longer takes cash). Some quiet winter departures only run when booked ahead by phone — the Reinefjord boat needs this in weeks 42–52 and 1–11.
About the crossing
The Våg–Bodø ferry
Nordland fylkeskommune runs the Våg–Bodø ferry. The crossing takes about 35 min. 2 sailings run on a typical operating day.
The first departure is around 10:40 and the last around 20:10; the sea distance is roughly 12 nautical miles; the service runs on Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take?
The crossing takes about 35 min.
Who operates it?
Nordland fylkeskommune operates this crossing.
How often does it run?
2 sailings a day, running Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun.
First & last departure
Around 10:40 and 20:10 on operating days.
Do foot passengers pay on the Våg–Bodø ferry?
Yes. This is a passenger express boat with a per-person fare — buy the ticket in the operator's app or, where card payment is offered, on board.
Can I take a car on the Våg–Bodø ferry?
No. This is a passenger-only express boat with no car deck; check the operator for bikes and luggage.
How much does the Våg–Bodø ferry cost?
Express boats charge a per-person fare set by the county, bought in the operator's app or on board. 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.