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

The cheapest way to get from Harstad to Ballstad is to bus which costs kr 330 - kr 490 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harstad to Ballstad is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs kr 500 - kr 800.

Is there a direct bus between Harstad and Ballstad?

No, there is no direct bus from Harstad to Ballstad. However, there are services departing from Harstad Byterminal and arriving at Gjerneshaugen via Tjeldsund Kro and Leknes sentrum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from Harstad to Ballstad?

The distance between Harstad and Ballstad is 270 km. The road distance is 247 km.

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

The best way to get from Harstad to Ballstad without a car is to bus which takes 7h 8m and costs kr 330 - kr 490.

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Harstad to Ballstad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harstad to Ballstad bus from?

Harstad to Ballstad bus services, operated by Nordland fylkeskommune, depart from Tjeldsund Kro station.

Where does the Harstad to Ballstad bus arrive?

Harstad to Ballstad bus services, operated by Nordland fylkeskommune, arrive at Leknes sentrum station.

Can I drive from Harstad to Ballstad?

Yes, the driving distance between Harstad to Ballstad is 247 km. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Harstad to Ballstad.

Where can I stay near Ballstad?

There are 465+ hotels available in Ballstad.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Harstad to Ballstad by bus, car ferry, or car

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 Tjeldsund Kro to Leknes sentrum300
7h 8m
kr 338–485
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the car ferry from Harstad kystrutekai to Svolvær kystrutekaiHur
2. Take the bus from Svolvær sentrum to Leknes sentrumSvolvær
15h 9m
kr 1,036–2,257
Drive 247 km
1. Drive from Harstad to Ballstad247 km
3h 45m
kr 534–771

Harstad to Ballstad by bus

7Weekly Buses

7h 8mAverage Duration

kr 338Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Harstad to Ballstad.

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Distance: 269.8 km
Duration: 7h 8m

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

Nordland fylkeskommune operates a bus from Tjeldsund Kro to Leknes sentrum once daily. Tickets cost kr 260–370 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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