What is the cheapest way to get from Svolvær to Harstad?

The cheapest way to get from Svolvær to Harstad is to bus which costs kr 260 - kr 390 and takes 4h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Svolvær to Harstad?

The fastest way to get from Svolvær to Harstad is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs kr 340 - kr 500.

Is there a direct bus between Svolvær and Harstad?

No, there is no direct bus from Svolvær to Harstad. However, there are services departing from Svolvær sentrum Lofotgata and arriving at Eriks gate via Tjeldsund Kro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct ferry between Svolvær and Harstad?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Svolvær kystrutekai and arriving at Harstad kystrutekai. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Svolvær to Harstad?

The distance between Svolvær and Harstad is 178 km. The road distance is 169.5 km.

How do I travel from Svolvær to Harstad without a car?

The best way to get from Svolvær to Harstad without a car is to bus which takes 4h 5m and costs kr 260 - kr 390.

How long does it take to get from Svolvær to Harstad?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Svolvær to Harstad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Svolvær to Harstad bus from?

Svolvær to Harstad bus services, operated by Nordland fylkeskommune, depart from Svolvær sentrum Lofotgata station.

Where does the Svolvær to Harstad bus arrive?

Svolvær to Harstad bus services, operated by Nordland fylkeskommune, arrive at Tjeldsund Kro station.

Can I drive from Svolvær to Harstad?

Yes, the driving distance between Svolvær to Harstad is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Svolvær to Harstad.

Where can I stay near Harstad?

There are 59+ hotels available in Harstad.

Svolvær to Harstad - 3 ways to travel via bus, car ferry, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Svolvær to Harstad by bus, car ferry (Hurtigruten), or car

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1. Take the bus from Svolvær sentrum Lofotgata to Tjeldsund Krobus 300
4h 5m
kr 269–381
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Svolvær kystrutekai to Harstad kystrutekaicarferry Hur
8h 55m
kr 460–1,200
Drive 169.5 km
1. Drive from Svolvær to Harstadcar 169.5 km
2h 32m
kr 344–497

Svolvær to Harstad by bus

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4h 5mAverage Duration

kr 269Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.9 km
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Svolvær, Norway and Harstad, Troms og Finnmark, Norway?

Nordland fylkeskommune operates a bus from Svolvær sentrum Lofotgata to Tjeldsund Kro twice daily. Tickets cost kr 180–260 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, Hurtigruten operates a car ferry from Svolvær kystrutekai to Harstad kystrutekai twice daily. Tickets cost kr 750–1,200 and the journey takes 8h 55m. Havila also services this route 3 times a week.

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