Kristiansand – Hirtshals
Ferries to Denmark
Kristiansand – Hirtshals
Ferries to Denmark
The Kristiansand to Hirtshals ferry route is provided by 2 operators and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Kristiansand to Hirtshals takes approximately 3 hours 15 minutes on ferries servicing this route. The ferry duration for the Kristiansand to Hirtshals ferry can range between 2 hours 25 minutes and 4 hours 45 minutes depending on the operator that you decide to travel with.
There are around 26 weekly sailings from Kristiansand to Hirtshals.
Fjord Line provide 2 sailings daily, 13 sailings weekly. Color Line provide 2 sailings daily, 13 sailings weekly. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves Kristiansand Port at approximately 06:30 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 21:45. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Kristiansand to Hirtshals is with Fjord Line in 2 hours 25 minutes.
The fastest ferries from Kristiansand to Hirtshals usually cost around $261.13.
There are currently no overnight ferries from Kristiansand to Hirtshals.
There are cabins available on ferries from Kristiansand to Hirtshals with Fjord Line.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Kristiansand to Hirtshals with Fjord Line & Color Line.
Yes, you can bring your car on the Kristiansand to Hirtshals ferry with Fjord Line & Color Line.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the Kristiansand Hirtshals ferry with Fjord Line & Color Line.
Those sailing on Superspeed 1 with Color Line can bring up to 50kg of luggage per person at no extra cost. Passengers sailing on FSTR, Bergensfjord, Stavangerfjord with Fjord Line can bring up to 15kg of luggage or 50kg if you're travelling with a vehicle.
The price of a ferry from Kristiansand to Hirtshals can vary between $135.59 and $467.04 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $59.01, with prices ranging from $28 and $169. The average price with a car is $232.93. Car prices can range from $82 to $523. All ferry prices can change from season to season. Please be aware that prices do not include booking fees. 1 September 2025
Find cheap ferry tickets using our deal finder. It is highly recommended that you book in advance to ensure yourself the best possible prices and availability on the Hirtshals ferry.
First class is available on ferries from Kristiansand to Hirtshals with Fjord Line.
The best way to travel from Kristiansand to Hirtshals is by ferry. With 4 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are alternative routes to explore if you require additional flexibility.
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| Kristiansand - Hirtshals Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Norway | |
| Destination Country | Denmark | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Fjord Line & Color Line | |
| Average Price | $261 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 4 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 26 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 3 h 15 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 2 h 25 m | |
| First Ferry | 06:30 | |
| Last Ferry | 21:45 | |
| Distance | 123 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 September 2025.
The Norwegian city of Kristiansand is located in Vest-Agder county and is Norway's fifth largest city. The city was founded in 1641 by King Christian IV from who the city takes its name. The 'sand' component of the name refers to the sandy headland the city was built on. Many tourists visit the city, especially during the summer months, and of particular importance is Kristiansand Zoo and Amusement Park which is just to the east of the city. With just under 1 million visitors in 2012, the zoo is actually Norway's second most visited attraction, after Holmenkollen. Most of the zoo's animals are shown in their natural habitats. Animals on display include wolves, lions, tigers and lynx. Although the amusement park is open during the summer, the zoo is open all year round.
The city's port provides ferry connections to destinations in Sweden, Denmark and the UK. The two main routes that operate out of Kristiansand are to Gothenburg in Sweden, which begins and ends in Newcastle in the UK, and to Hirtshals in Denmark. The ferry terminal has good passenger facilities which include public telephones, toilets, a convenience store and good access for disabled passengers.
Hirtshals is a town and port located at the top of the Jutland Peninsular in northern Denmark and lies on the coast of the island of Vendsyssel-Thy. The town was developed around a man made harbour that was built between 1919 and 1931 and was connected to the rest of Denmark by a railway line, the Hirtshals-Hjorring line, in 1925. The town's fishing fleet is now one of the largest in Denmark and was facilitated by an expansion of the harbour in 1966, and along with tourism fishing plays an important role in the town's economy.
The town's shops are kept busy by passengers disembarking from ferries docking at the town's harbour. This is especially the case with Norwegian visitors who shop in the town year round. One of the most popular attractions in the town is the Nordsoen Oceanarium which is one of Europe's largest aquariums and contains over 70 different species in its collection.
Ferry services departing from the town's port depart to Bergen, Kristiansand, Stavanger, Langesund, Larvik, Seydisfjordur and Torshavn.
