Travelling from Kiel to Oslo? Then the Ferry Kiel ⇄ Oslo offers you a fast and affordable option for your trip. The ferry takes you 7 times a week in 20 hours from Kiel (Germany) to Oslo (Norway).
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Ferry Kiel - Oslo Timetable
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Ferry Oslo - Kiel Timetable
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Information about the ferry connection Kiel - Oslo
| Ferry connection: | Kiel ⇄ Oslo |
| Ports of the ferry connection: |
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| Number of crossings: | 7 times a week |
| Travel time / journey time: | 20 hours |
| Distance: | 623 Kilometers (ca. 336,4 Nautical miles) |
| Season: | All year round (January-December) |
| Check-in: | up to 2 hours before departure |
| Ferries on this route: |
Color Line Ferry Color Fantasy Color Line Ferry Color Magic |
| Operator of the ferry connection: |
Color Line |
Information about the ferry connection Oslo - Kiel
| Ferry connection: | Oslo ⇄ Kiel |
| Häfen der Verbindung (Rückreise): |
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| Number of crossings: | 7 times a week |
| Travel time / journey time: | 20 hours |
| Distance: | 623 Kilometers (ca. 336,4 Nautical miles) |
| Season: | All year round (January-December) |
| Check-in: | up to 2 hours before departure |
| Ferries on this route: |
Color Line Ferry Color Fantasy Color Line Ferry Color Magic |
| Operator of the ferry connection: |
Color Line |
Betreiber der Fähre Kiel ⇄ Oslo
Color Line
Color Line is a Norwegian shipping company that has been in existence since 1990 and today operates fast ferries and cruise ferries on routes between Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Germany. It offers you comfortable ferry crossings and mini-cruises with a wide range of leisure and entertainment options on board.
Port information for the ferry connection between Kiel and Oslo
Kiel
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Here you will find information about the port, the ferry terminals, travel arrangements, and all Ferries to Kiel.
Port address
| Ferry port Kiel | |
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| Street: | Norway Quay |
| Postcode & city: | 24143 Kiel |
| Country: | Germany |
| GPS: | 54.315570, 10.139435 |
Travel information
Travel by car to the Color Line terminal at Norwegenkai Kiel
- Coming from Hamburg (south): Ferry north on the A7 freeway to the Rendsburg junction and change there to the A210 towards Kiel. Follow the signs to the ferry port.
- From the direction of Flensburg (north): Ferry south on the A7 freeway to the Bordesholm exit and change to the A215 towards Kiel. Follow the signs to the ferry port.
- Coming from Berlin (east): Take the A24 towards Hamburg and then change to the A7 towards Flensburg. Follow the A215 to Kiel and follow the signs to the ferry port.
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Travel by car to the DFDS terminal in the Ostuferhafen Kiel
- Coming from Hamburg (south): Ferry north on the A7, change to the A215 towards Kiel. Follow the signs to the Ostuferhafen.
- From the direction of Flensburg (north): Ferry south on the A7, change to the A215 towards Kiel. Follow the signs to the Ostuferhafen.
- Coming from Berlin (east): Ferry along the A24 towards Hamburg, then take the A7 northbound and change to the A215 towards Kiel. Follow the signs to the Ostuferhafen.
Travel by car to the Stena Line terminal at Schwedenkai Kiel
- Coming from Hamburg (south): Ferry north on the A7 and change to the A215 towards Kiel. Follow the signs to the ferry port Kiel/Schwedenkai.
- From the direction of Flensburg (north): Take the A7 southbound and change to the A215 towards Kiel. Follow the signs to the ferry port Kiel/Schwedenkai.
- Coming from Berlin (east): Ferry along the A24 towards Hamburg and then change to the A7 heading north. At Neumünster, change to the A215 towards Kiel and follow the signs to Fährhafen/Schwedenkai.
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Arrival by bus and train
- From the main train station Kiel: Take the bus to Ostuferhafen or a cab from the main train station. You can reach Schwedenkai and Norwegenkai in a few minutes on foot from the main station Kiel.
- Regional and national train connections: There are regular train connections to Kiel Hauptbahnhof from various cities in Germany.
Arrival by plane
- Hamburg Airport: The nearest major airport is Hamburg. From there, you can take a train or hire a car to Kiel.
- Airport Kiel -Holtenau: For regional flights. From there, it is best to take a cab or hire a car to the Ostuferhafen.
Oslo
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Port address
| Ferry port Oslo | |
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| Street: | Akershusstranda 31 |
| Postcode & city: | 0150 Oslo |
| Country: | Norway |
| GPS: | 59.903073, 10.743263 |
Travel information
Travel by car to the DFDS ferry terminal in Copenhagen
- From the south (via E6): Ferries on the E6 in the direction of Oslo. Follow the signs to the city center and then to the DFDS ferry terminal Vippetangen.
- From the west (via E18): Ferry towards Oslo on the E18. In Oslo, change to Ring 1 and follow the signs to the DFDS ferry terminal at Vippetangen.
- From the east (via E6): Ferry on the E6 towards Oslo. In Oslo, change to the Ring 3, then to the E18/Ring 1 towards the DFDS ferry terminal at Vippetangen.
- From the north (via E6): Ferry south on the E6 to Oslo. In Oslo, follow the signs to the city center and then to the DFDS ferry terminal Vippetangen.
Travel by car to the Color Line ferry terminal to Kiel
- From the north (via E6): Ferry south on the E6 towards Oslo. In Oslo, follow the signs to the city center and then to Filipstadveien.
- From the south (via E18): Ferry north on the E18 towards Oslo. When you reach Oslo, follow the signs to the city center and then to Filipstadveien.
- From the east (via E6): Ferries west on the E6 towards Oslo. In Oslo, follow the signs to the city center and then to Filipstadveien.
Arrival by bus & train
- Oslo has an excellent public transportation system. Take the train or bus to Oslo Central Station (Oslo Sentralstasjon).
- From Oslo Sentralstasjon it is only a few minutes on foot or by bus to Vippetangen. You can use various bus and streetcar connections (lines 31 & 81 and lines 12 & 13) to the Color Line terminal.
Arrival by plane
- Oslo-Gardermoen Airport (OSL): Take the Airport Express Train (Flytoget) or regional trains to Oslo Central Station. From there you can walk or take the bus to the DFDS terminal.
Itinerary
Itinerary of the Ferry Kiel – Oslo
With the Ferry from Kiel to Oslo, you can easily reach the capital of Norway from Germany. The route is operated all year round by the shipping company Color Line. The ferries leaves the port of Kiel seven times a week and the crossing takes around 20 hours.
Start at the ferry port Kiel
The Color Line ferries run from Norwegenkai , parking spaces are available directly on the quay. Restaurants and shopping facilities are located close to the station.
Arrival at the port of departure Kiel
By car, you can reach Norwegenkai directly via the A7, the B404 or the B76.
The distance from Kiel’s main train station is about 300 meters, and the terminal can be reached on foot via two bridges. The same applies to the central bus station, which can be found not far from the train station. Alternatively, the short distance can be covered by bus or cab.
On board the Color Line Ferries to Oslo
Two cruise ferries, the M/S Color Fantasy and the M/S Color Magic, operate on the route from Kiel to Oslo. The two sister ships offer space for up to 2,600 passengers and 750 cars on 15 decks.
What you can do during the crossing
As cruise ferries, the M/S Color Fantasy and the M/S Color Magic offer a comparatively wide range of entertainment. With a show lounge, Palazzo Night Club, casino and tax-free shopping, variety is guaranteed. Thanks to the spa and fitness center, wellness and sports are not neglected during the crossing. Children and teenagers will feel right at home in Aqualand, Teens Plaza or Adventure Planet.
These offers are available on board the Ferry
The gastronomic offerings on board range from a burger bar and a pizzeria to a buffet and gourmet restaurant. The bar, café, pub and Observation Lounge guarantee that passengers will want for nothing. The same applies to the comfortably equipped cabins, which vary in terms of furnishings and price.
Arrival at Oslo ferry port
The port of Oslo is one of the most important ferry ports on the North Sea, operated by Oslo Havn KF. It is centrally located in Norway’s capital and is connected to the city center by public transportation. The Color Line terminal has parking spaces and a café.
Your options in Oslo
Norway’s capital stretches over 40 islands, and a full two-thirds of the city’s area is covered by forest and water. In addition, there is a historic old town with a royal castle and fortress. The famous Holmenkollbakken ski jump offers a magnificent panoramic view over the whole of Oslo. If you want to stay longer, there is a wide range of accommodation available in the different parts of the city.
Your options for onward travel from Oslo
The transport network from Oslo is excellent. Cities such as Bergen, Trondheim, Kristiansand and Stavanger are easily accessible by car and train.
The Color Line Ferry Color Fantasy on the way from Kiel to Oslo.
The ferry terminal of Color Line at Norwegenkai in Kiel.
The Color Line cruise ferry Color Magic connects Germany with Norway on the route Kiel-Oslo. Source: Øivind Haug / Color Line
The Color Line cruise ferry Color Magic connects Germany with Norway on the route Kiel-Oslo. Source: Øivind Haug / Color Line
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Alternative ferry connections
To travel from Kiel to Oslo or from Germany to Norway, you can also use one of the following alternative ferry routes:
| Route | Start country & destination country |
Number & Duration of trip |
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| Ferry Frederikshavn – Oslo | DenmarkNorway | up to 7 times a week 10 hours |
| Ferry Frederikshavn – Gothenburg | DenmarkSweden | up to 6 times a day 3 hours 25 minutes |
| Ferry Hirtshals – Kristiansand | DenmarkNorway | up to 6 times a day 2 hours 25 minutes |
| Ferry Hirtshals – Larvik | DenmarkNorway | up to 3 times a day 3 hours 55 minutes |
| Ferry Kiel – Gothenburg | GermanySweden | up to 7 times a week 14 hours 30 minutes |
| Ferry Copenhagen – Oslo | DenmarkNorway | up to 7 times a week 19 hours |
| Ferry Hirtshals – Bergen | DenmarkNorway | up to 7 times a week 17 hours |
Frequently asked questions
Here you will find answers to various questions about travelling from Kiel to Oslo.
Which Ferries / shipping companies travel from Kiel to Oslo?
The ferry connection between Kiel and Oslo is currently served by the shipping company Color Line with the cruise ferries Color Fantasy and Color Magic.
How much does the Ferry from Kiel to Oslo cost by car, caravan or motorhome?
The fare on the ferry connection from Kiel to Oslo depends on various factors and often depends on the load factor, the time of travel, whether you are traveling with or without a vehicle and other points.
There are certainly cheaper ferry connections to Norway. But the ambience and the offer on board are worth the price. Here you can experience the real cruise feeling on a cruise ferry.
Where does the Ferry ferries from in Kiel?
The Color Line Ferries depart from the port of Kiel. Here is the address:
| Street: | Norwegenkai 1 |
| Zip code & city: | 24143 Kiel |
| Country: | Germany |
| GPS coordinates: | 54.316085, 10.138858 |
By when do I have to check in on the Ferry Kiel -Oslo at the latest?
You must check in at the port of Kiel or Oslo at least 2 hours before departure. However, you should plan a little more time for check-in. Especially in the summer months, it can be a little more crowded at check-in and take longer.
What happens if I am not at the port in time?
That can happen, of course. However, Ferry will not be waiting for you, as Color Line has to adhere to the timetables.
If you have purchased a flexible ticket, you can cancel your departure before departure and book a new crossing for the next day.
How often does Ferry travel from Kiel to Oslo in Norway?
The ferry connection Kiel – Oslo is currently offered 7 times a week.
How long does the Ferry ferry from Kiel to Oslo take?
The journey time (duration of the crossing) is currently 20 hours.
Can I take my dog / pet with me to Ferry?
Yes, that’s not a problem. Dogs and smaller pets such as cats travel as normal on Ferry. However, the animals must remain in the vehicle during the crossing.
Due to the long journey (20 hours), you should make sure that the windows in the vehicle are slightly open for sufficient air supply and that the animal is at least fed with water.
How many vehicles can I book per booking?
Only one vehicle is permitted per booking. So if you are traveling in a group with several cars, motorcycles or bicycles, you will have to make several bookings.
Can I charge my electric car during the crossing at Ferry?
No, this is currently not possible.
Is there WLAN on board the Ferries?
Yes, both ferries have WLAN. It is subject to a charge and can be booked directly on board.
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