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

Ferry Hjelmeland ⇄ Skipavik (Stavanger) live times, fares, duration

A Ryfylke crossing between Hjelmeland, on the fjord shore, and Skipavik, on the island of Ombo attached to the municipality of Stavanger. Around ten departures a day, no booking.

⏱ ≈ 15 min 🔁 13 sailings/day 🚢 Norled AS 📍 4,5 km Not bookable

WHERE TO STAY

★ 8,8/10

Clarion Hotel Air

📍 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

📍 Hunnedalsveien · Byrkjedal · 476 reviews

A hamlet of 1800s buildings in the Hunnedalen valley, 65 km from Stavanger.

Bakery, candle workshop and craft shop on site
Breakfast included, also available gluten-free or to take away
A handy base for Preikestolen and Kjerag, an hour's drive away

from160 €/ night

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Next departures Hjelmeland → Skipavik

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How much does the Hjelmeland–Skipavik ferry cost?

Vehicle fares on the Hjelmeland–Skipavik ferry

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

Foot passenger fares on the Hjelmeland–Skipavik ferry

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

EXCURSION 🚤 Small group, max 12 · pickup available · 2 hrs

Stavanger: small-group RIB safari to the Lysefjord and Preikestolen

4,9 ★★★★★ 1 451 reviews · 2 hrs · departs from the Maritime Museum · EN/NO guide + French audio

A small-group RIB safari (max 12) from Stavanger: Preikestolen seen from below, 604 m up, Whisky Falls, the Vagabond's Cave and the skipper's tales of whisky smugglers. Pickup available from certain points in the city.

Flotation suit + goggles + gloves + parking included · French audio guide
Pickup available (check depending on option) · small group, max 12
⚠️ Min. age 5 · not for pregnant women or people with back problems · no food on board

✓ Free cancellation from139 € /pers.

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Hjelmeland–Skipavik ferry map

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Hjelmeland

Hjelmeland · Rogaland

⛴ ≈ 15 min

4,5 km

Skipavik

Stavanger

Preparing your Hjelmeland–Skipavik crossing

Hotels on both sides, activities and car hire

HÔTELS

🛏️ Stay before departure · Hjelmeland

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🛏️ Where to stay on arrival · Skipavik

→ ACTIVITÉS

🥾 Things to do nearby · Rogaland

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🚗 Rent a car for Norway

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Hjelmeland–Skipavik ferry: frequently asked questions

How much does the crossing cost?

Passengers travel free; vehicles pay the fare in force on the line. Check with the operator for the exact amount according to vehicle length.

Do I need to book?

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

What is there to see around Hjelmeland and Skipavik?

On the Skipavik side, the island of Ombo offers the quiet landscapes of the Ryfylke. On the Hjelmeland side, the village is a hub for the region's ferries, on the edge of the fjord.