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

Ferry Fogn (Stavanger) ⇄ Helgøy live times, fares, duration

A short free crossing in the Ryfylke archipelago, linking the islands of Fogn and Helgøy in the municipality of Stavanger. Around twenty departures a day, with no booking and no payment.

✓ Free crossing ⏱ ≈ 20 min 🔁 20 sailings/day 🚢 Norled AS 📍 10,5 km Not bookable

WHERE TO STAY

★ 8,8/10

Home Hotel Skagen Brygge

📍 Skagenkaien · Stavanger · 1 816 reviews

On the wooden wharves of Skagen, by the Vågen, in the heart of Stavanger.

Free dinner and all-day coffee
Harbour views from the quayside rooms
Rooms sometimes small and noisy

📍 Utsolaarmen · Sola · 443 reviews

The hotel at Sola airport, a ten-minute walk from the terminal.

Breakfast included, served early for morning flights
Soundproofed rooms and indoor parking
Check-in sometimes brisk, reviewers say

from110 €/ night

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Next departures Fogn → Helgøy

Fogn → Helgøy

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How much does the Fogn–Helgøy ferry cost?

✓ Free crossing

This crossing is free of charge — both passengers and vehicles. Nothing to pay or book: just turn up to board.

Foot passenger fares on the Fogn–Helgøy ferry

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

EXCURSION 💨 RIB Lysefjord · 2 hrs · ideal for cruise stopovers

Stavanger: RIB to the Lysefjord and Preikestolen seen from the water

4,9 ★★★★★ 1 625 reviews · 2 hrs · departs from the Maritime Museum · guide EN/NO + French audio

In 2 hrs by RIB from central Stavanger, you speed out to the Lysefjord to see Preikestolen 600 m above, pass under the Whisky Falls and skirt the Vagabond's Cave, with bursts of speed on the straights, photo stops and the skipper's anecdotes.

Flotation suit + goggles + gloves + snack and parking included
Live guide EN/NO + French audio guide on board · 5 min on foot from the terminal
⚠️ Min. age 6 · not for pregnant women or back problems · sporty ride

✓ Free cancellation from118 € /pers.

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Fogn–Helgøy ferry map

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Fogn

Stavanger · Rogaland

⛴ ≈ 20 min

10,5 km

Helgøy

Stavanger

Preparing your Fogn–Helgøy crossing

Hotels on both sides, activities and car hire

HÔTELS

🛏️ Stay before departure · Fogn

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🛏️ Where to stay on arrival · Helgøy

→ ACTIVITÉS

🥾 Things to do nearby · Rogaland

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🚗 Rent a car for Norway

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Fogn–Helgøy ferry: frequently asked questions

How much does the crossing cost?

It is entirely free, for passengers and vehicles alike.

Do I need to book?

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

What is there to see around Fogn and Helgøy?

Fogn and Helgøy are among the small inhabited islands of the Ryfylke, north of Stavanger: a string of quiet islands linked by local ferries, where you can enjoy the calm of island life.