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

The cheapest way to get from Lofoten to Harstad is to bus which costs kr 300 - kr 430 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lofoten to Harstad is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs kr 400 - kr 600.

Is there a direct bus between Lofoten and Harstad?

No, there is no direct bus from Lofoten to Harstad. However, there are services departing from Lyngvær øst and arriving at Eriks gate via Tjeldsund Kro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Lofoten to Harstad?

The distance between Lofoten and Harstad is 198 km. The road distance is 188.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lofoten to Harstad without a car is to bus which takes 4h 47m and costs kr 300 - kr 430.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Lofoten to Harstad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lofoten to Harstad bus from?

Lofoten to Harstad bus services, operated by Nordland fylkeskommune, depart from Lyngvær øst station.

Where does the Lofoten to Harstad bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lofoten to Harstad?

Yes, the driving distance between Lofoten to Harstad is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Lofoten to Harstad.

Where can I stay near Harstad?

There are 53+ hotels available in Harstad.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Lofoten to Harstad by bus, car ferry (Hurtigruten), 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 Lyngvær øst to Tjeldsund Kro300
4h 47m
kr 301–421
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Svolvær kystrutekai to Harstad kystrutekaiHur
10h 39m
kr 541–1,456
Drive 188.1 km
1. Drive from Lofoten to Harstad188.1 km
2h 50m
kr 406–587

Lofoten to Harstad by foot and bus

6Weekly Services

4h 47mAverage Duration

kr 301Cheapest Price

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Distance: 198 km
Duration: 4h 47m

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

Nordland fylkeskommune operates a bus from Lyngvær øst to Tjeldsund Kro 6 times a week. Tickets cost kr 200–290 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, Hurtigruten operates a car ferry from Svolvær kystrutekai to Harstad kystrutekai once daily. Tickets cost kr 900–1,400 and the journey takes 8h 55m. Havila also services this route 3 times a week.

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