Plan seasonal Svalbard Line cruises to and from Longyearbyen, with Bykaia embarkation guidance, direction-specific itineraries and onward travel planning.
Hurtigruten’s current Svalbard Line programme runs from May to September 2027. These are multi-day all-inclusive cruises: the northbound half-voyage runs Bergen–Longyearbyen, and the southbound half-voyage starts at Longyearbyen and ends in Bergen. Both are published as eight days. Private cars are not accepted on the Signature ships.
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Ferry connections and port planning in Norway
FerryEU’s Bergen to Longyearbyen guide covers a longer coastal voyage ending at Bykaia, rather than a local car-ferry shuttle. Check the operator’s itinerary before planning time in Svalbard. From the quay, passengers continue to Longyearbyen or their accommodation; check whether a transfer is included in the booking.
This guide brings together 2 direction guides covering 1 port connection with Longyearbyen. Open a crossing for its ports, operator information and practical planning details.
The linked route guide covers Bergen to Longyearbyen. Compare the actual departure and arrival ports when planning a stay in Longyearbyen; a nearby port can mean a different transfer or onward journey.
Arctic arrival at Longyearbyen Day 8 arrival on the northbound itinerary Plan airport or accommodation transfers separately unless included
Build your itinerary around the sailing you select: include the journey to Longyearbyen’s terminal, boarding time and any connection after arrival. When the outward and return crossings use different ports, compare both transfers before choosing accommodation or arranging a collection.
These are route guides for planning a trip to or from Longyearbyen. Sailing dates, seasonal operation and availability must be checked for the journey you intend to make.
Hurtigruten’s Svalbard Line follows the Norwegian coast north from Bergen before continuing deep into the Arctic to Longyearbyen. The northbound half-voyage is published as an 8-day all-inclusive Signature journey. Open the guide for Bergen to Longyearbyen to compare the port approach, operator details and onward journey.
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This page links to 2 direction guides covering 1 port connection. Choose your travel direction; outward and return sailing times can differ. These are planning guides, so check the dated sailing calendar before booking.
Use the terminal named on your booking when arranging a transfer or planning the drive. Include time to reach check-in, and allow for disembarkation before committing to a bus, train or onward ferry.
If you are joining separate ferry journeys, check each leg and leave a practical connection margin.
Browse tours and activities around Longyearbyen to combine with your ferry journey. Check the meeting point, start time and return arrangements against your sailing before booking an experience.
Tours and activities displayed in this section are supplied through Viator. Availability, descriptions and prices are provided by the activity supplier and can change.
The route guides on this page cover Bergen. Choose the direction you need and check the specific sailing calendar before assuming a crossing runs on your dates.
Use the ferry search link on this page, then enter the actual departure port, destination and travel date. Confirm the route and operator shown in the results.
Passenger and vehicle options depend on the route and vessel. Select the correct travel type and check the itinerary before booking.
Check live sailing options, passenger fares, vehicle prices and onboard accommodation for your travel dates.
