Norway ferry · Nordland
Våg to Bodø ferry
- Operator
- Nordland fylkeskommune
- Crossing
- 35 min
- Sailings / day
- 6
- Runs
- Daily
How long does it take?
The crossing takes about 35 min.
Who operates it?
Nordland fylkeskommune operates this crossing.
How often does it run?
6 sailings a day, every day.
First & last departure
Around 10:40 and 21:25 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 24 Jul 2026 – 31 Jan 2027. Sailings can change — confirm with Nordland fylkeskommune before you travel.
| Departs | Arrives | Crossing | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:40 | 11:15 | 35 min | Daily |
| 15:55 | 16:30 | 35 min | Daily |
| 20:10 | 20:45 | 35 min | Daily |
| 20:45 | 21:20 | 35 min | Daily |
| 21:15 | 21:50 | 35 min | Daily |
| 21:25 | 22:00 | 35 min | 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 Våg–Bodø ferry
Nordland fylkeskommune runs the Våg–Bodø ferry. The crossing takes about 35 min. 6 sailings run on a typical operating day.
The first departure is around 10:40 and the last around 21:25; the sea distance is roughly 12 nautical miles; the service runs every day.
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Good to know
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?
6 sailings a day, every day.
First & last departure
Around 10:40 and 21:25 on operating days.
Do foot passengers pay on the Våg–Bodø ferry?
On this Norwegian road ferry foot passengers usually travel free — you only pay for a vehicle.
Can I take a car on the Våg–Bodø ferry?
Yes. Vehicles board without buying a ticket and are charged automatically by length through AutoPASS.
Can I do Våg–Bodø as a day trip?
With 6 sailings a day a same-day return is usually workable — just check the first (10:40) and last (21:25) departures and the return timetable.
How much does the Våg–Bodø 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.