You want to travel from Hirtshals to Kristiansand? Then the Ferry Hirtshals - Kristiansand offers you a fast and cheap option for your trip. The ferry takes you 14 times a week in 3 hours 15 minutes from Hirtshals (Denmark) to Kristiansand (Norway).
Table of contents
Check timetable, prices and availability & book
Enter your travel details in the connection search to check the times, the current prices and the availability of the Ferry Hirtshals - Kristiansand.
Info on the Ferry Hirtshals - Kristiansand
| Ferry connection: | Ferry Hirtshals - Kristiansand |
| Start port: | Hirtshals (Denmark) |
| Destination port: | Kristiansand (Norway) |
| Travel time / journey time: | 3 hours 15 minutes |
| Number of crossings: | 14 times a week |
| Season: | All year round (January-December) |
| Booking: | ››› Check price & availability |
| Your shipping company: |
Fjord Line Color Line |
Itinerary of the ferry Hirtshals – Kristiansand
The ferry connection between Hirtshals and Kristiansand is operated all year round by two shipping companies. Color Line and Fjord Line offer up to five crossings daily. The route from Denmark across the Skagerrak to Norway takes – depending on to ferry chosen – between 2 hours 15 minutes and 3 hours 15 minutes.
Start from Hirtshals ferry port
The port of Hirtshals is considered an important transport hub and is one of the largest industrial ports in Denmark. From here depart ferries to Norway, ferries to Iceland and ferries to the Faroe Islands. The ferry terminals are centrally located in the city center in close proximity to the (bus) station. Public parking is available near the port.
Journey to the port of departure Hirtshals
The journey to Hirtshals is made directly from Hamburg via to A7, the E45 and the E39. The way from the train station to the terminal can be easily done on foot or by cab.
Ferry port Hirtshals addresses
Niels Juelsvej 6
9850 Hirtshals
Dänemark
GPS:
Containerkajen 4
9850 Hirtshals
Dänemark
GPS:
Aboard Color Line and Scandlines ferries to Kristiansand
On the route between Denmark and Norway, Color Line operates the high-speed ferry Superspeed 1, while Fjord Line operates the route with the state-of-the-art catamaran Fjord FSTR. Both promise a pleasant crossing and can accommodate 1,200 and 2,315 passengers and 410 and 750 vehicles, respectively.
What you can do during the crossing
During the crossing you can lean back in your comfortable chair or let the wind blow around your nose to the outside deck. Thanks to unbeatable prices, a shopping spree in the tax-free stores becomes a real pleasure.
These offers are available on board the ferry
Despite a comparatively short crossing, you can expect a wide range of gastronomic offerings to both ferries. This ranges from cold and hot dishes, snacks to a variety of coffee specialties.
Arrival at ferry port Kristiansand
Arriving ferries dock directly in the center of Kristiansand. The city center can be easily reached on foot from here. For long-term parkers, a parking garage in the city center is recommended.
Your options in Kristiansand
Welcome to the south of Norway! No less than three sides of the city of Kristiansand are surrounded by water, so wonderful conditions for a relaxing vacation by the sea. A stroll through the old town of Posebyen leads past white wooden houses, small stores and restaurants. Would you guess that travelers will to lions, tigers and monkeys here at Norway’s largest zoo? There is also an amusement park. The accommodation options are varied with hotels, cottages and permanent camping accommodation.
Your options for onward travel from Kristiansand
Kristiansand is connected to Oslo and Stavanger via European roads. Whether by car, bus or train, from Kristiansand onward travel is easy.
Vesterveien 21
4613 Kristiansand
Norwegen
GPS:
Port information for your journey by ferry from Hirtshals to Kristiansand
Hirtshals
The harbour town of Hirtshals with its pedestrian zone and restaurants offers ample opportunity to stroll and enjoy. In the harbour tours are offered and the fishermen sell freshly caught fish. A stroll through the town also includes the regional museum and the lighthouse. The North Sea Oceanarium is well worth a visit, offering insights into a fascinating habitat. Numerous hiking and biking trails offer the opportunity to actively explore the beauty of the surroundings.
Here you will find more information about the port, addresses of the ferry terminals, excursions in Hirtshals and the surrounding area, as well as all the Ferries to Hirtshals.
Kristiansand
When entering the harbour of Kristiansand, the visitor can look forward to a charming and at the same time varied city. In the old town Posebyen traditional wooden houses inspire, in the center the cathedral. The Christiansholm fortress once protected the town from enemy attacks. At the Fiskerbrygga quay everything revolves around fish and the city beach Bystrana invites you to take a refreshing swim – after all, Kristiansand has the largest number of annual sunshine hours in all of Norway.
Here you will find more information about the port, addresses of the ferry terminals, excursions in Kristiansand and the surrounding area, as well as all the Ferries to Kristiansand.
Subscribe to newsletter
Subscribe to our newsletter, don't miss any offers and be informed immediately about new ferry connections. Free of charge and can be cancelled at any time.
Alternative ferry connections
To travel from Hirtshals to Kristiansand or from Denmark to Norway, you can also use one of the following alternative ferry routes:
| Route | Start country & destination country |
Number & Duration of trip |
|---|---|---|
| Ferry Hirtshals – Langesund | DenmarkNorway | 7 times a week 4 hour(s) 30 minutes |
| Ferry Langesund – Hirtshals | NorwayDenmark | 7 times a week 4 hour(s) 30 minutes |
| Ferry Cuxhaven – Kristiansand | GermanyNorway | 3 times a week approx. 18 hours |
| Eemshaven – Kristiansand ferry | NetherlandsNorway | 3 times a week approx. 18 hours |
| Ferry Emden – Kristiansand | GermanyNorway | 3 times a week approx. 17 hours |
Questions & Answers about the Ferry Hirtshals - Kristiansand
Here you can find answers to various questions such as the number of departures, departure times and journey times as well as current waiting times for the journey from Hirtshals to Kristiansand.
››› Which ferries / shipping companies sail from Hirtshals to Kristiansand?
The ferry connection from Hirtshals to Kristiansand is currently operated by the shipping company Fjord LineColor Line.
››› How much is the ferry from Hirtshals to Kristiansand by car, caravan or motorhome?
The prices on the ferry connection from Hirtshals to Kristiansand depend heavily on the load, the time of the journey, the vehicle itself and other points. You can do a simple price check here: ››› Check price.
››› How expensive is the ferry from Hirtshals to Norway by car, caravan or motorhome?
The fare on the ferry connection from a to b depends on various factors and often depends on the load, the time of the journey, whether you are travelling with or without a vehicle and other points. You can do a simple price check here: ››› Check price
››› Where can I book the ferry from Hirtshals to Kristiansand?
You can easily book your Ferry Hirtshals - Kristiansand with us: ››› to booking
››› How often does the ferry go from Hirtshals to Kristiansand?
The ferry connection Hirtshals-Kristiansand is currently 14 times a week offered.
››› How long does the ferry take to get from Hirtshals to Kristiansand?
The travel duration (duration of the crossing) by ferry from Hirtshals to Kristiansand currently takes 3 hours 15 minutes.
››› How do I get from Hirtshals to Kristiansand in Norway?
The best and most relaxed way to travel currently from Hirtshals to Kristiansand in Norway is to use the ferry connection Hirtshals-Kristiansand.
››› What can I do on board the ferry during the crossing?
During your journey from Hirtshals to Kristiansand, you have a variety of ways to pass the time on board your ferry. You can relax, shop, play sports or linger in the restaurant and enjoy a variety of delicacies.
››› Can I take my dog / pet with me on the ferry?
Yes, that is not a problem. Dogs and smaller pets such as cats travel normally on the ferry. On some ferries, animals must remain in the vehicle on the vehicle deck, on other ferries they can also be taken into the passenger areas.
››› How often does the ferry go from Hirtshals to Norway?
The ferry from Hirtshals to Kristiansand currently departs 14 times a week. However, it is also possible that the connection is temporarily increased due to increased demand or that a departure is cancelled due to insufficient demand.
Check timetable, prices and availability & book
Enter your travel details in the connection search to check the times, the current prices and the availability of the Ferry Hirtshals - Kristiansand.
