From a ferry's bow, a perfectly still fjord hemmed in by brown walls and snow-covered summits under a high sun.

Ferry Geiranger (Stranda) ⇄ Hellesylt live times, fares, duration

The iconic Geirangerfjord (UNESCO) crossing, run by two competing companies — Fjord1 and Fjordtours (Norway's Best). Live schedule, fares per company and booking.

🎟️Booking available 🚶 from 390 NOK ⏱ ≈ 45 min · ≈ 65 min ⤳ 🔁 15 sailings/day 🚢 Fjordtours & Fjord1 📍 17,4 km

This crossing does not run continuously all year, and the two operators do not pause at the same time: roughly a month off for Fjordtours, several months for Fjord1. Check your date with the operator before planning your route around it.

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WHERE TO STAY

★ 9,2/10

Grande Fjord Hotel

📍 Geiranger · 2 km from the centre · 2 801 reviews

A hotel at the water's edge two kilometres from the village, turned towards the Geirangerfjord.

Fjord view from most rooms
Panoramic restaurant, breakfast included
Hot tub and free shuttle into the village

📍 Geirangervegen · 1.5 km from the centre · 593 reviews

Wooden cabins on the slope above Geiranger, a kilometre and a half from the village.

Kitchenette in the family rooms
Free parking and EV chargers
Spaces sometimes a walk from the cabins

from140 €/ night

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Next departures Geiranger → Hellesylt

Geiranger → Hellesylt

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How much does the Geiranger–Hellesylt ferry cost?

Operators and fares on the Geiranger–Hellesylt ferry

Fjord1

🚶 Adult 420 NOK

🧒 Child (under 4 free) 210 NOK

🚗 Car ≤ 6 m 810 NOK

🏍️ Motorcycle 650 NOK

👨‍👩‍👧 Car + 4 people 1,650 NOK

↩︎ Return: −50% on the way back

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Fjordtours· Norway's Best

🚶 Adult on foot from 390 NOK

👨‍👩‍👧 Car + 4 people 1,650 NOK

ℹ️ Vehicle fares shown at booking

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Foot passenger fares on the Geiranger–Hellesylt ferry

🎫 Outside AutoPASS: you pay per passenger (adult / child) in addition to the vehicle, depending on the company chosen below.

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EXCURSION ⛴ UNESCO Geirangerfjord · 2h30 · stop in Hellesylt

Geiranger–Hellesylt: the Geirangerfjord by boat, there and back

4,5 ★★★★½ 385 reviews · 2h30 · leaves from Geiranger quay · audio guide in 14 languages

The crossing this page is about, sold as an excursion: two and a half hours on the UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord, under the Seven Sisters and the Suitor, with a stop at Friaren to taste the waterfall and a call at Hellesylt before heading back.

Leaves Geiranger harbour · call at Hellesylt · back to the same quay
Wheelchair accessible · snack kiosk on board
⚠️ No live guide: audio guide through an app, 14 languages, download it before boarding

✓ Free cancellation from62 € /pers.

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Geiranger–Hellesylt ferry map

Route map…

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Geiranger

Stranda · Møre og Romsdal

⛴ ≈ 45 min

17,4 km

Hellesylt

Stranda

Preparing your Geiranger–Hellesylt crossing

Hotels on both sides, activities and car hire

HÔTELS

🛏️ Stay before departure · Geiranger

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🛏️ Where to stay on arrival · Hellesylt

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🥾 Things to do nearby · Geirangerfjord

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Geiranger–Hellesylt ferry: frequently asked questions

Which company to choose?

Both cross the same fjord and carry cars. Fjord1 publishes transparent fares; Fjordtours / Norway's Best markets the crossing as a premium mini-cruise. Compare schedules and prices below.

Do I need to book?

In high season, yes — tickets are bought online from each company. Outside AutoPASS.