A small ferry far off on sparkling water between snow-covered mountains.

Ferry Brekstad (Ørland) ⇄ Valset (Orkland) live times, fares, duration

The Trondheimsfjord crossing between Brekstad, on the Fosen peninsula, and Valset, on the south shore of the fjord. Around thirty departures a day, no booking, automatic AutoPASS payment.

🚗 from 96 NOK ⏱ ≈ 25 min 🔁 31 sailings/day 🚢 Fjord1 Ferje 📍 5,5 km Not bookable

WHERE TO STAY

★ 9,0/10

Hindrum Fjordsenter

📍 Drakestranda · Vannvikan (Indre Fosen) · 37 reviews

A cluster of wooden houses run by one family, on the shore of the Trondheimsfjord, an hour from Trondheim by road and ferry.

Houses sleeping 4 to 10, full kitchen, terrace and barbecue
Bikes to borrow, fishing boats and the Munkstigen via ferrata next door
Wifi rated 10 out of 10; check-in between 4pm and 10pm only

📍 Hovdeveien · Brekstad · 243 reviews

A manor farm turned hotel above Brekstad, with its own private beach.

Spa, sauna and hot tub
Breakfast from local produce, widely praised
Isolated: little within walking distance

from200 €/ night

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Next departures Brekstad → Valset

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How much does the Brekstad–Valset ferry cost?

Vehicle fares on the Brekstad–Valset ferry

🚗 Car < 6 m

193 NOK

≈ 96 NOK with an AutoPASS ferry account

🚐 Motorhome 6–8 m

413 NOK

≈ 210 NOK with an AutoPASS ferry account

Official AutoPASS ferry scale 2026 · in NOK.

Vehicle	Full fare	AutoPASS ferry −50%
🚗 Car < 6 m	193	96cheapest
🚐 Motorhome 6–8 m	420	210
🏍️ Motorcycle	64	32
🚚 8–10 m	562	281
🚚 10–12,5 m	656	328
🚚 12,5–14,5 m	733	366
🚛 14,5–17,5 m	827	414
🚛 17,5–19,5 m	867	434
🚛 19,5–22 m	922	461
🚛 > 22 m	1,014	507

Foot passenger fares on the Brekstad–Valset ferry

Passengers travel free — one car = a single fare, whatever the number of occupants.

EXCURSION Vintage boat

Ålesund: return cruise on the Hjørundfjord

4,6 ★★★★½ 220 reviews · 5 hrs · MS Bruvik (vintage)

The MS Bruvik, a vintage fjord liner, sails up the Hjørundfjord, less visited than the Geirangerfjord and tucked into the Sunnmøre Alps. Its indoor lounge lets you enjoy the scenery whatever the weather, with Trandal, Sæbø and Urke seen along the way.

5-hr cruise · English audio guide · snack/drinks kiosk on board
1-hr stop in Øye · historic Hotel Union (royals and celebrities since the 19th century)
⚠️ Few shops in Øye: bring a picnic if you plan to eat during the stop

✓ Free cancellation from99 € /pers.

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Brekstad–Valset ferry map

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Brekstad

Ørland · Trøndelag

⛴ ≈ 25 min

5,5 km

Valset

Orkland

Preparing your Brekstad–Valset crossing

Hotels on both sides, activities and car hire

HÔTELS

🛏️ Stay before departure · Brekstad

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🛏️ Where to stay on arrival · Valset

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🥾 Things to do nearby · Trøndelag

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Brekstad–Valset ferry: frequently asked questions

How much does the ferry cost?

Vehicles pay the AutoPASS ferje tariff by length: about 193 NOK full fare for a car under 6 m, with 50% off using a prepaid AutoPASS account. Passengers travel free.

Do I need to book?

No booking: you join the queue at the quay and board in order of arrival.

What is there to see around Brekstad and Valset?

Brekstad is the centre of Ørland, on the Fosen peninsula; on the Valset side, the road heads into Orkland and on towards Trondheim.