Express boat from Haugesund to Røvær
The short hop from Haugesund out to Røvær is the journey from town to island community in miniature: a living fishing village of about a hundred residents, car-free and close-knit, under an hour from the Smedasund. The boat is the island's lifeline — carrying school children, goods and visitors who want to see the west coast as it was.
Next departures from Haugesund
- Feøy06:25
- Røvær06:35
- Røvær via Vibrandsøy07:50
- Røvær10:30
- Feøy via Vibrandsøy-Kveitevik12:30
Key info
Haugesund – Røvær
- Region
- Rogaland
- Operating authority
- Kolumbus
- Travel time
- 55 min
- Service days
- Mon-Fri + Sat + Sun
- First/last
- 06:25 / 22:25
- Segment
- Haugesund hurtigbåtkai – Røvær hurtigbåtkai
Practical information
A car-free island: Røvær has no road network to speak of — everything moves on foot, and the island walks round in an afternoon.
Check the return before you go: Departures follow the island's rhythm — note the last boat back to Haugesund.
Lobster country: The waters around Røvær are known for seafood — ask locally about the season's catch and where it is served.
Quays on this journey
Questions and answers
Frequently asked questions
How long does the boat from Haugesund to Røvær take?
The journey from Haugesund to Røvær takes 55 min with Røværruta.
Can I bring a car?
No, this is a passenger boat. Check the car ferry alternatives in the area.
Where do I buy tickets?
For express boat routes we recommend buying tickets in advance via the operator's journey planner. Some stops are on-demand stops that must be requested beforehand.
Can I see where the boat is right now?
Yes — Havspor shows the boats on this journey live on the map, based on AIS data from the Norwegian Coastal Administration.
Does Røvær work as a day trip from Haugesund?
Yes — the crossing is short, the island walks round in a few hours, and an early boat out with a late return gives you a full island day.