What is the cheapest way to get from Vadsø to Kirkenes?

The cheapest way to get from Vadsø to Kirkenes is to car ferry which costs kr 120 - kr 290 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vadsø to Kirkenes?

The fastest way to get from Vadsø to Kirkenes is to car ferry which takes 1h 50m and costs kr 120 - kr 290.

Is there a direct bus between Vadsø and Kirkenes?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Skolegata and arriving at Kirkenes sentrum. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct ferry between Vadsø and Kirkenes?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Vadsø kystrutekai and arriving at Kirkenes kystrutekai. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Vadsø to Kirkenes?

The distance between Vadsø and Kirkenes is 44 km. The road distance is 172.8 km.

How do I travel from Vadsø to Kirkenes without a car?

The best way to get from Vadsø to Kirkenes without a car is to car ferry which takes 1h 50m and costs kr 120 - kr 290.

How long does it take to get from Vadsø to Kirkenes?

The car ferry from Vadsø kystrutekai to Kirkenes kystrutekai takes 1h 50m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Vadsø to Kirkenes bus from?

Vadsø to Kirkenes bus services, operated by Snelandia, depart from Skolegata station.

Where does the Vadsø to Kirkenes bus arrive?

Vadsø to Kirkenes bus services, operated by Snelandia, arrive at Kirkenes sentrum station.

Can I drive from Vadsø to Kirkenes?

Yes, the driving distance between Vadsø to Kirkenes is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Vadsø to Kirkenes.

Where can I stay near Kirkenes?

There are 39+ hotels available in Kirkenes.

Vadsø to Kirkenes - 3 ways to travel via car ferry, bus, and car

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

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1. Take the car ferry from Vadsø kystrutekai to Kirkenes kystrutekaicarferry Hur
1h 50m
kr 120–290
Bus
1. Take the bus from Skolegata to Kirkenes sentrumbus 150
3h 5m
kr 260–360
Drive 172.8 km
1. Drive from Vadsø to Kirkenescar 172.8 km
2h 28m
kr 353–509

Vadsø to Kirkenes by car ferry

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1h 50mAverage Duration

kr 120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 43.5 km
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Vadsø, Norway and Kirkenes, Norway?

Hurtigruten operates a car ferry from Vadsø kystrutekai to Kirkenes kystrutekai twice daily. Tickets cost kr 190–290 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Havila also services this route 3 times a week. Alternatively, Snelandia operates a bus from Skolegata to Kirkenes sentrum 3 times a day. Tickets cost kr 260–360 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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