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 470 - kr 700 and takes 7h 10m.

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 490 - kr 750.

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 Vegvesenets stasjon and Leknes sentrum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct ferry between Harstad and Ballstad?

No, there is no direct ferry from Harstad to Ballstad. However, there are services departing from Harstad kystrutekai and arriving at Stamsund kystrutekai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 35m.

How far is it from Harstad to Ballstad?

The distance between Harstad and Ballstad is 266 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 10m and costs kr 470 - kr 700.

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

It takes approximately 7h 10m 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 Svipper, depart from Harstad Byterminal station.

Where does the Harstad to Ballstad bus arrive?

Harstad to Ballstad bus services, operated by Svipper, arrive at Vegvesenets stasjon 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 516+ hotels available in Ballstad.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Harstad Byterminal to Vegvesenets stasjonbus 250
2. Take the bus from Vegvesenets stasjon to Leknes sentrumbus 300
7h 10m
kr 476–676
Car ferry
1. Take the carferry from Harstad kystrutekai to Stamsund kystrutekaicarferry Hur
16h 35m
kr 629–1,474
Drive 247 km
1. Drive from Harstad to Ballstadcar 247 km
3h 45m
kr 496–716

Harstad to Ballstad by bus

7Weekly Buses

7h 10mAverage Duration

kr 476Cheapest Price

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Distance: 266.5 km
Duration: 7h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Harstad Byterminal to Gjerneshaugen via Vegvesenets stasjon and Leknes sentrum in around 7h 10m. Alternatively, Hurtigruten operates a car ferry from Harstad kystrutekai to Stamsund kystrutekai twice daily. Tickets cost kr 900–1,400 and the journey takes 13h 45m. Havila also services this route 3 times a week.

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