Norway ferry · Vestland
Vik to Balestrand ferry
- Operator
- Skyss
- Crossing
- 18 min–23 min
- Sailings / day
- 2
- Runs
- Daily
How long does it take?
The crossing takes 18 min–23 min, depending on the service.
Who operates it?
Skyss operates this crossing.
How often does it run?
2 sailings a day, every day.
First & last departure
Around 11:35 and 20:13 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 Skyss before you travel.
Timetable
Vik to Balestrand departure times
5 listed departures · published for 28 Oct 2026 – 7 Mar 2027. Sailings can change — confirm with Skyss before you travel.
| Departs | Arrives | Crossing | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11:35 | 11:58 | 23 min | Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 13:45 | 14:05 | 20 min | Sat |
| 18:00 | 18:20 | 20 min | Thu, Sat |
| 20:13 | 20:31 | 18 min | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
| 20:15 | 20:35 | 20 min | Sat |
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.
Skyss: Most Skyss services run on a gross contract, where Skyss handles tickets and timetables. Some boat routes run on a net contract instead — there the operator owns ticketing and information, so check the operator's own channels.
About the crossing
The Vik–Balestrand ferry
Vik to Balestrand is a scheduled Vestland ferry crossing. The first departure is around 11:35 and the last around 20:13. The sea distance is roughly 7 nautical miles.
The service runs every day; Skyss operates this crossing; crossing time ranges from 18 min to 23 min depending on the service; 2 sailings run on a typical operating day.
The terminals
Ports on this route
Nearby
Other crossings in Western Fjords
- Sandvikvåg → HalhjemDragsvik → HellaÅrsnes → GjermundshamnOppedal → LavikAnda → LoteMannheller → Fodnes
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take?
The crossing takes 18 min–23 min, depending on the service.
Who operates it?
Skyss operates this crossing.
How often does it run?
2 sailings a day, every day.
First & last departure
Around 11:35 and 20:13 on operating days.
Do foot passengers pay on the Vik–Balestrand ferry?
On this Norwegian road ferry foot passengers usually travel free — you only pay for a vehicle.
Can I take a car on the Vik–Balestrand ferry?
Yes. Vehicles board without buying a ticket and are charged automatically by length through AutoPASS.
How much does the Vik–Balestrand 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 Skyss on its official site before travelling.