Express boat from Trondheim to Kristiansund
The coastal express between Trondheim and Kristiansund ties Trøndelag to Nordmøre by sea, calling among other places at Brekstad by the mouth of the Trondheimsfjord. The route follows the shipping lane past islands and lighthouses the road never meets — ending in Kristiansund, the historic clipfish town built across four islands.
Next departures from Trondheim
- Kristiansund08:10
- Kristiansund12:15
- Kristiansund16:20
- Brekstad kai21:00
Key info
Trondheim – Kristiansund
- Region
- Trøndelag
- Operating authority
- AtB
- Travel time
- 3 h 35 min
- Service days
- Mon-Fri + Sat + Sun
- First/last
- 07:10 / 21:00
- Segment
- Trondheim hurtigbåtterminal – Kristiansund hurtigbåtkai
Practical information
Check the intermediate calls: The boat stops along the way, including Brekstad — handy for Ørland and outer Fosen.
Travel light: A passenger boat with no car deck: luggage is fine, the car must take the E39 or county roads.
The Sundbåt in Kristiansund: On arrival you can cross the harbour with the Sundbåt, ferrying between the town's islands since 1876.
Quays on this journey
Questions and answers
Frequently asked questions
How long does the boat from Trondheim to Kristiansund take?
The journey from Trondheim to Kristiansund takes 3 h 35 min with Kystekspressen Trondheim - Brekstad - Kristiansund.
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.
Is the boat an alternative to driving Trondheim–Kristiansund?
Yes, for travellers without a car: you skip both fjord crossings and detours, and go centre-to-centre along the lane.