What is the cheapest way to get from Jølster to Balestrand?

The cheapest way to get from Jølster to Balestrand is to drive and line 1046 car ferry which costs kr 240 - kr 370 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jølster to Balestrand?

The fastest way to get from Jølster to Balestrand is to drive and line 1046 car ferry which takes 1h 45m and costs kr 240 - kr 370.

Is there a direct bus between Jølster and Balestrand?

No, there is no direct bus from Jølster to Balestrand. However, there are services departing from Lyngneset and arriving at Balestrand kai via Øyrane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Jølster to Balestrand?

The distance between Jølster and Balestrand is 146 km.

How do I travel from Jølster to Balestrand without a car?

The best way to get from Jølster to Balestrand without a car is to line 271 bus and bus which takes 4h 12m and costs kr 440 - kr 550.

How long does it take to get from Jølster to Balestrand?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Jølster to Balestrand, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jølster to Balestrand bus from?

Jølster to Balestrand bus services, operated by SKYSS, depart from Lyngneset station.

Where does the Jølster to Balestrand bus arrive?

Jølster to Balestrand bus services, operated by SKYSS, arrive at Øyrane station.

Where can I stay near Balestrand?

There are 61+ hotels available in Balestrand.

Jølster to Balestrand - 3 ways to travel via line 271 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Jølster to Balestrand by bus, car, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 271 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lyngneset to Øyranebus 271
2. Take the bus from Øyrane to Balestrand kaibus 820
4h 12m
kr 447–505
Drive, line 1046 car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Jølster to Hella ferjekaicar
2. Take the car ferry from Hella ferjekai to Dragsvik ferjekaicarferry 1046
1h 45m
kr 247–363
Line 271 bus, bus via Førde
1. Take the bus from Lyngneset to Førde rutebilstasjonbus 271
2. Take the bus from Førde rutebilstasjon to Balestrand kaibus 820
4h 14m
kr 445–503

Jølster to Balestrand by foot and bus

1Weekly Services

4h 12mAverage Duration

kr 447Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Jølster to Balestrand.

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Distance: 146.4 km
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Jølster, Norway and Balestrand, Norway?

You can take a vehicle from Jølster to Balestrand kai via Lyngneset and Øyrane in around 4h 12m.

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