What is the cheapest way to get from Svolvær sentrum to Harstad?

The cheapest way to get from Svolvær sentrum to Harstad is to bus which costs kr 280 - kr 410 and takes 4h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Svolvær sentrum to Harstad?

The fastest way to get from Svolvær sentrum to Harstad is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs kr 370 - kr 550.

Is there a direct bus between Svolvær sentrum and Harstad?

No, there is no direct bus from Svolvær sentrum to Harstad. However, there are services departing from Svolvær sentrum Lofotgata and arriving at Eriks gate via Tjeldsund Kro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct ferry between Svolvær sentrum and Harstad?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Svolvær kystrutekai and arriving at Harstad kystrutekai. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Svolvær sentrum to Harstad?

The distance between Svolvær sentrum and Harstad is 185 km. The road distance is 169.7 km.

How do I travel from Svolvær sentrum to Harstad without a car?

The best way to get from Svolvær sentrum to Harstad without a car is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs kr 280 - kr 410.

How long does it take to get from Svolvær sentrum to Harstad?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Svolvær sentrum to Harstad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Svolvær sentrum to Harstad bus from?

Svolvær sentrum to Harstad bus services, operated by Nordland fylkeskommune, depart from Svolvær sentrum Lofotgata station.

Where does the Svolvær sentrum to Harstad bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Svolvær sentrum to Harstad?

Yes, the driving distance between Svolvær sentrum to Harstad is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Svolvær sentrum to Harstad.

Where can I stay near Harstad?

There are 52+ hotels available in Harstad.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Svolvær sentrum Lofotgata to Tjeldsund Kro300
4h 14m
kr 287–402
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Svolvær kystrutekai to Harstad kystrutekaiHur
8h 55m
kr 500–1,400
Drive 169.7 km
1. Drive from Svolvær sentrum to Harstad169.7 km
2h 32m
kr 370–535

Svolvær sentrum to Harstad by foot and bus

13Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

kr 287Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Svolvær sentrum to Harstad.

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Distance: 184.8 km
Duration: 4h 14m

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

Nordland fylkeskommune operates a bus from Svolvær sentrum Lofotgata to Tjeldsund Kro twice daily. Tickets cost kr 190–270 and the journey takes 2h 43m. 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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