Ferry from Molde to Vestnes
The Molde–Vestnes ferry is the E39's crossing of the Romsdalsfjord, with the jagged Molde panorama as its standing backdrop. The link runs often and steadily through the service day, carrying everything from daily commuters to holiday traffic between Ålesund and Molde. The town of roses on the north shore; peaks and fjord villages to the south.
Next departures from Molde
- E39 Vestnes14:10
- E39 Vestnes14:30
- E39 Vestnes14:50
- E39 Vestnes15:10
- E39 Vestnes15:30
Key info
Molde – Vestnes
- Region
- Møre og Romsdal
- Operating authority
- FRAM
- Travel time
- 36 min
- Service days
- Mon-Fri + Sat + Sun
- First/last
- 01:00 / 23:30
- Segment
- Molde ferjekai – Furneset ferjekai
Practical information
Take the panorama on deck: The Romsdal alps line up behind Molde — the crossing is short, but the view is wide.
An AutoPASS link: Vehicles are charged automatically; foot passengers and cyclists travel free.
Jazz and roses: Arriving in Molde during festival week in July, you walk straight off the quay into the jazz town — expect more fellow travellers.
Quays on this journey
Questions and answers
Frequently asked questions
How long does the boat from Molde to Vestnes take?
The journey from Molde to Vestnes takes 36 min with Molde - Vestnes.
Can I bring a car?
Yes — this is a car ferry. Vehicles are paid for on board with AutoPASS, FerryPay or card.
Where do I buy tickets?
On car ferries you pay on board with AutoPASS, FerryPay or card. Advance booking is normally not needed. Fares and AutoPASS discounts: havspor.no/priser.
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.
How often does the Molde–Vestnes ferry run?
The link runs at high frequency all day as part of the E39 — see the live board above for the next sailings.