Norled
About
Norled is a prominent Norwegian ferry and express boat operator, established in 2006 from the merger of Tide Sjø AS and Stavangerske AS. The company has a strong reputation for connecting coastal communities and providing essential transport across Norway's intricate fjord landscape. Norled operates a diverse fleet, including modern conventional ferries, catamarans, and innovative battery-electric and hydrogen-powered vessels, demonstrating a commitment to sustainable transport.
Norled primarily serves domestic routes within Norway, connecting major cities like Stavanger and Bergen with numerous smaller towns and islands along the coast. Key routes include the Lysefjord ferry to Preikestolen, the Sognefjord express boat, and various car ferry services in Western Norway. Onboard facilities vary by vessel type, generally offering comfortable seating, panoramic windows, and basic catering services like cafeterias on larger car ferries. Norled's focus on technological advancement and extensive network makes it a crucial provider for both local travel and scenic tourist routes in Norway.
Key Facts
- Country
- Norway
- Active routes
- 15
Norled Ferry Routes
- Balestrand – Bergen
- Bergen – Balestrand
- Bergen – Selje
- Askvoll – Bergen
- Askvoll – Florø
- Askvoll – Krakhella
- Askvoll – Måløy
- Askvoll – Mjømna
- Askvoll – Selje
- Askvoll – Smørhamn
- Bergen – Askvoll
- Bergen – Floro
- Bergen – Maloy
- Florø – Askvoll
- Floro – Bergen
- Krakhella – Askvoll
- Måløy – Askvoll
- Maloy – Bergen
- Selje – Askvoll
- Selje – Bergen
- Smørhamn – Askvoll
- Sollibotn – Askvoll
- Vardetangen – Askvoll
- Bergen – Sogndal
- Sogndal – Bergen
- Askvoll – Vardetangen
- Askvoll – Rysjedalsvika
- Askvoll – Sollibotn
- Rysjedalsvika – Askvoll
Norled Fleet
| Vessel | Type | Built | Passengers | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MF Ampere | Electric ferry | 2015 | 360 | 120 cars |
| MS Kongen | Electric ferry | 2023 | 399 | – |