Bygdøy Ferry – Boat to the museum island in Oslo

Bygdøy Ferry from Oslo

Ferry from Oslo city centre to the museum island of Bygdøy in just 10 minutes

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Norway Yacht Charter operates the Bygdøy Ferry, Oslo's fastest connection to the museum peninsula. Since 1898, we've transported visitors from Oslo City Hall to Bygdøy in just 10 minutes. With departures every 20 minutes from April to October, visiting Oslo's world-famous museums has never been easier.

Bygdøy – The Museum Island

Bygdøy is often referred to as Oslo’s museum island. Technically, it’s a peninsula connected to the mainland just outside the city, but getting there by car can take time. In summer, Bygdøy transforms into a popular destination for culture and relaxation, with world-class museums, beaches, forest paths, and cozy restaurants.

Why Take the Bygdøy Ferry?

⚡ Fastest route - Only 10 minutes vs. 30+ minutes by bus
🚢 Scenic journey - Beautiful fjord views
⏰ Frequent departures - Every 20 minutes
🎫 Oslo Pass included - Free with Oslo Pass
🏛️ Direct museum access - Stops at all major museums
🌊 Authentic experience - Historic ferry service since 1898

The Museums

  • Norwegian Folk Museum – Experience Norwegian culture and history, indoors and outdoors.
  • Fram Museum – The world's strongest polar ship. Board the actual ship Fram used by Nansen, Amundsen and Sverdrup on polar expeditions.
  • Kon-Tiki Museum – Thor Heyerdahl's legendary raft. See the original Kon-Tiki raft that sailed 8,000 km across the Pacific in 1947.
  • Norwegian Maritime Museum – Norway's seafaring history.Explore Norway's 1,000-year maritime tradition and coastal culture.
  • Oscarshall - Royal summer palace. Visit this beautiful neo-Gothic palace with art and guided tours (summer only).

Tickets & Oslo Pass

  • Day or single tickets: Book online or purchase tickets at our sales office on the pier.
  • Fjord Sightseeing ticket: Valid on the Bygdøy Ferry the same day as your sightseeing tour.
  • Vipps: Search for #87970 to buy tickets directly.
  • Season tickets: Available at our sales office on the pier.
  • Oslo Pass: The Bygdøy Ferry is included. Passes can be purchased at our sales office on the pier.
  • Note: Ruter tickets are not valid on the Bygdøy Ferry.

Route Map

Timetable 2026

Valid 2026: 14. March - 4. October

Båtservice boatCity HallDronningenBygdøynesCity Hall
number - accessibilityDepartureFolkmuseum
HL-Center
Oscarshall		Kon-Tiki
Fram
Maritime museum		Arrival
IX -
*1st Jun - 31th Aug		09:10*09:25*09:30*09:40*
V -
*1st Jun - 31th Aug		09:30*09:45*09:50*10:00*
IX - 09:5010:0510:1010:20
V - 10:1010:2510:3010:40
IX - 10:3010:4510:5011:00
V - 10:5011:0511:1011:20
IX - 11:1011:2511:3011:40
V - 11:3011:4511:5012:00
IX - 11:5012:0512:1012:20
V - 12:1012:2512:3012:40
IX - 12:3012:4512:5013:00
V - 12:5013:0513:1013:20
IX - 13:1013:2513:3013:40
V - 13:3013:4513:5014:00
IX - 13:5014:0514:1014:20
V - 14:1014:2514:3014:40
IX - 14:3014:4514:5015:00
V - 14:5015:0515:1015:20
IX - 15:1015:2515:3015:40
V - 15:3015:4515:5016:00
IX - 15:5016:0516:1016:20
V - 16:1016:2516:3016:40
IX - 16:3016:4516:5017:00
V - 16:5017:0517:1017:20
IX -
*1st Jun - 31th Aug		17:10*17:25*17:30*17:40*
V -
*1st Jun - 31th Aug		17:30*17:45*17:50*18:00*
IX -
*1st Jun - 31th Aug		17:50*18:05*18:10*18:20*

Practical Information

Season: March 14 - October 4, 2026
Frequency: Every 20 minutes
Journey time: 10 minutes (30 min full circle)
Departure point: Rådhusbrygge 3, Platform F (Oslo City Hall)
Stops:

1. Dronningen (Folk Museum, HL-Center, Oscarshall)
2. Bygdøynes (Kon-Tiki, Fram, Maritime Museum)

Accessibility: Boats V and IX are wheelchair accessible
Pets allowed: Yes
Bikes allowed: Yes (check timetable for restrictions)

Practical informasjon:

  • Season start: March 14th 2026
  • Departures: Every 20 minutes from Rådhusbrygge 3 / Platform F
  • Duration: 10 min. to the first stop, the round trip takes 30 min.
  • Route: City Hall – Dronningen – Bygdøynes

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