A narrow fjord with steep dark walls, mirror-flat water and patches of snow high on the slopes.

Ferry Gjermundshamn (Kvinnherad) ⇄ Årsnes live times, fares, duration

The crossing links the two shores of Kvinnherad municipality, in Sunnhordland, opening access to the Rosendal area and the Folgefonna glacier. Around thirty departures a day for a roughly twenty-minute trip, no booking, at the operator's fare (Fjord1).
🚗 from 68 NOK ⏱ ≈ 20 min 🔁 32 sailings/day 🚢 Fjord1 📍 5,6 km Not bookable
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How much does the Gjermundshamn–Årsnes ferry cost?

Vehicle fares on the Gjermundshamn–Årsnes ferry

🚗 Car < 6 m
136 NOK
≈ 68 NOK with an AutoPASS ferry account
🚐 Motorhome 6–8 m
289 NOK
≈ 145 NOK with an AutoPASS ferry account

ℹ️ Detailed length-based scale coming soon for this line — the AutoPASS ferry −50% discount does apply (shown above).

Foot passenger fares on the Gjermundshamn–Årsnes ferry

Passengers travel free — one car = a single fare, whatever the number of occupants.
Bergen: Ulriken cable car return ticket EXCURSION 🚡 Ulriken 643 m · 30-day return ticket · wheelchair OK
Bergen: Ulriken cable car return ticket
4,5 ★★★★½ 1 240 reviews · ticket valid 30 days · departs from Haukelandsbakken 40 · 5-min cable car ride

A 5-min cable car ride takes you to the top of Ulriken (643 m), Bergen's highest point: 360° views over the city and fjords, free-roaming sheep in summer, marked trails from 45 min to a full day, Skyskraperen café-restaurant. Ulriken Express bus from the Fish Market (May-September).

  • Return ticket valid 30 days · cable car departures every 5 min
  • Wheelchair accessible · zipline in summer · 350-seat grill terrace
  • ⚠️ Ticket to be exchanged at the counter · hiking shoes recommended for the trails
✓ Free cancellation from45 € /pers.
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Gjermundshamn–Årsnes ferry map

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Gjermundshamn
Kvinnherad · Vestland
Årsnes
Kvinnherad

Preparing your Gjermundshamn–Årsnes crossing

Hotels on both sides, activities and car hire

HÔTELS
🛏️ Stay before departure · Gjermundshamn
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HÔTELS
🛏️ Where to stay on arrival · Årsnes
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ACTIVITÉS
🥾 Things to do nearby · Vestland
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TRANSPORT
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Gjermundshamn–Årsnes ferry: frequently asked questions

How much does the Gjermundshamn–Årsnes ferry cost?

The fare is set by the operator, Fjord1. Passengers travel free of charge; expect around NOK 136 for a car under 6 metres at the full rate.

Do I need to book the crossing?

No, the line runs without reservation: you join the queue at the quay and board in order of arrival, subject to available space.

What is there to see around Gjermundshamn and Årsnes?

On the Årsnes side, the road leads towards Rosendal and its barony, at the foot of the Folgefonna glacier. Both shores belong to Kvinnherad municipality, at the heart of Sunnhordland.

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