What is the cheapest way to get from Alta to Hammerfest?

The cheapest way to get from Alta to Hammerfest is to bus which costs kr 210 - kr 300 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alta to Hammerfest?

The fastest way to get from Alta to Hammerfest is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs kr 300 - kr 440.

Is there a direct bus between Alta and Hammerfest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Alta Helsesenter and arriving at Rådhusplassen. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Alta to Hammerfest?

The distance between Alta and Hammerfest is 142 km. The road distance is 140 km.

How do I travel from Alta to Hammerfest without a car?

The best way to get from Alta to Hammerfest without a car is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs kr 210 - kr 300.

How long does it take to get from Alta to Hammerfest?

The bus from Alta Helsesenter to Rådhusplassen takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Alta to Hammerfest bus from?

Alta to Hammerfest bus services, operated by Snelandia, depart from Alta Helsesenter station.

Where does the Alta to Hammerfest bus arrive?

Alta to Hammerfest bus services, operated by Snelandia, arrive at Rådhusplassen station.

Can I drive from Alta to Hammerfest?

Yes, the driving distance between Alta to Hammerfest is 140 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Alta to Hammerfest.

Where can I stay near Hammerfest?

There are 21+ hotels available in Hammerfest.

Alta to Hammerfest - 4 ways to travel via bus, ferry, car, and car ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Alta to Hammerfest by bus, ferry, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Alta Helsesenter to Rådhusplassenbus 100
2h 20m
kr 210–300
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Alta hurtigbåtterminal to Hammerfest havnferry B330
3h 3m
kr 342–457
Drive 140 km
1. Drive from Alta to Hammerfestcar 140 km
2h 7m
kr 303–438
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Alta to Øksfjord kystrutekaicar
2. Take the car ferry from Øksfjord kystrutekai to Hammerfest kystrutekaicarferry Hur
4h 42m
kr 436–941

Alta to Hammerfest by bus

12Weekly Buses

2h 20mAverage Duration

kr 210Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Alta to Hammerfest.

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Distance: 141.8 km
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Alta, Norway and Hammerfest, Norway?

Snelandia operates a bus from Alta Helsesenter to Rådhusplassen twice daily. Tickets cost kr 210–300 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, Snelandia operates a ferry from Alta hurtigbåtterminal to Hammerfest havn twice daily. Tickets cost kr 300–400 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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