Express boat from Lauvvik to Lysebotn (Lysefjorden)
The Lysefjord route from Lauvvik to Lysebotn runs the full 42-kilometre length of the fjord — beneath Preikestolen's vertical wall and past Kjerag's thousand-metre drop, all the way to Lysebotn where the hairpin road climbs the mountainside. This is a transport route that doubles as one of Norway's great fjord experiences.
Next departures from Lauvvik
- Lysebotn05:55
- Ådnøy13:15
- Lysebotn13:55
Key info
Lauvvik – Lysebotn (Lysefjorden)
- Region
- Rogaland
- Operating authority
- Kolumbus
- Travel time
- 1 h 15 min
- Service days
- Mon-Fri + Sun
- First/last
- 07:15 / 18:15
- Segment
- Lauvvik hurtigbåtkai – Lysebotn hurtigbåtkai
Practical information
Kjerag starts in Lysebotn: From the quay it is a short way to Øygardstøl and the trail to Kjeragbolten — the boat is the finest approach.
Look up along the way: Preikestolen and Kjerag pass overhead from the fjord — sit outside or by a window, camera ready.
Plan the return: Lysebotn is a dead end by sea: check return sailings or the mountain bus before heading in.
Quays on this journey
Questions and answers
Frequently asked questions
How long does the boat from Lauvvik to Lysebotn (Lysefjorden) take?
The journey from Lauvvik to Lysebotn (Lysefjorden) takes 1 h 15 min with Lysefjordruta.
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.
Can I see Preikestolen from the boat?
Yes — the route passes right beneath the plateau, and from the fjord you see the wall at full height. Standing on the plateau itself requires the hike from Preikestolen basecamp.