Express boat from Svolvær to Skutvik
The Svolvær–Skutvik ferry via Skrova is the quiet Lofoten connection: a shorter Vestfjord crossing than the Bodø route, calling at idyllic Skrova — «Lofoten's Hawaii», with beaches and whaling history. On the mainland side you land at Skutvik in Hamarøy, with the road onwards to the E6 and Hamsun country.
Next departures from Svolvær
- Bodø hurtigbåtkai07:55
Key info
Svolvær – Skutvik
- Region
- Nordland
- Operating authority
- Reis Nordland
- Travel time
- 1 h
- Service days
- Mon-Fri + Sat + Sun
- First/last
- 11:25 / 18:00
- Segment
- Svolvær hurtigbåtkai – Skutvik hurtigbåtkai
Practical information
Skrova is worth the stop: Hop off on the way: the island has beaches, a gallery and fishing-village calm a short sail from Svolvær.
Calmer than the Moskenes route: The link carries less traffic than Bodø–Moskenes — a good high-season choice.
Mind the timetable: The route has fewer daily sailings than the big links — plan your return before you go.
Quays on this journey
Questions and answers
Frequently asked questions
How long does the boat from Svolvær to Skutvik take?
The journey from Svolvær to Skutvik takes 1 h with Bodø - Svolvær - Bodø.
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.
Why choose the Skutvik route over Bodø–Moskenes?
Driving from the south on the E6, Skutvik is often the shortest way into eastern Lofoten — and queues run smaller than on the Moskenes link.