Bergen fjord cruise: the Mostraumen round trip
The classic Bergen fjord cruise leaves from the pier at Zachariasbryggen by the fish market, sails through the Osterfjord to Mostraumen and returns to the same harbour. The round trip takes 3 to 3.5 hours and there is no landing. The cruise runs all year, and in ice or bad weather the route can differ from the plan.
Prices in this guide are in Norwegian kroner (NOK) for 2026. They are examples of single products, not a general fjord tour tariff, and they change. Booking ahead secures your ticket. Tickets are also sold at the pier or on the boat, or at the tourist information, as long as seats remain.
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The two Mostraumen cruises are plain boat round trips. The day tour puts a guided city walk and the Fløibanen on the same ticket, so it is the one for a single day in Bergen. Routes can change in ice or bad weather.
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Fjord cruise, city tour and Fløyen in one day
- Guided historic city walk
- Mostraumen fjord cruise
- Fløibanen funicular
Three Bergen classics on one ticket, which suits you if you only have a single day in town.
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Mostraumen cruise from Strandkaien
- Round-trip boat ride
A plain boat trip out to Mostraumen and back from the Strandkaien quay.
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Fjord cruise to Mostraumen
- Round-trip fjord cruise
- Audio guide
- Cabin and sun deck
A round trip through the Osterfjord to Mostraumen, without a stop ashore.
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Mostraumen cruises, Osterfjord trips and longer fjord day trips, with live prices and availability.
Mostraumen and the Osterfjord
Where the cruise goes and what is included in the plan.
The Osterfjord is the water you sail on, and Mostraumen is the turning point of the trip. You stay on board for the whole cruise, so the experience is about the view from the deck and from the cabin. Dress for wind and rain, because Bergen has rain in every season. The official annual normal for 1991 to 2020 is 2,495 mm. See weather and seasons.
No cruise can promise a sea eagle, a close pass of a waterfall or a crossing that does not depend on the weather. Treat these as possibilities, and check the day's conditions with the operator before you travel.
Bergen fjord tour: fares and sailing times in 2026
Two examples. They are different products with different age groups.
| Example A | Example B | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3 to 3.5 hours | 3.5 hours |
| Adults | NOK 890 (students too) | NOK 840 (aged 16 and over) |
| Children | NOK 445 (aged 4 to 15) | NOK 420 (aged 2 to 15) |
| Free | Under 4 years | Aged 0 to 1 |
| Sailings | 10:00 and 14:00 daily in September and October; 10:00 in November and December | 10:30 from October to December |
| Bergen Card | 20 percent off | – |
These fares are for 2026, so do not use them for a later date. If you plan a cruise outside 2026, check the price for your date.
Fjord day trips from Bergen
How the Mostraumen cruise compares with the longer options.
| Trip | Length | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Mostraumen cruise | 3 to 3.5 hours | A fjord on a half-day, starting in the city harbour |
| Flåm Railway day trip | Full day | A mountain line and the Aurlandsfjord at Flåm |
| Fjords beyond Bergen | Longer days | The Sognefjord, the Nærøyfjord and Hardanger |
For most visitors with one free morning, the Mostraumen round trip is the simplest fjord outing from Bergen, because it starts in the harbour and needs no train. Flåm lies on the Aurlandsfjord, and Mostraumen and the Osterfjord are not the Nærøyfjord. The Flåm option is on the Flåm Railway page, and the large fjords are in the guide to the Norwegian fjords.
Plan the cruise around your Bergen days
Combine the cruise with the sights near the harbour.
Before the cruise
The pier is by the fish market, so you can see the stalls or the market hall first. The outdoor market runs from 1 May to 30 September.
Fish market →After the cruise
A morning sailing leaves the afternoon free for the Bryggen guided walk or the Fløibanen funicular.
Bergen tours →In winter
The cruise runs all year with fewer sailings in November and December. Dress warm, and allow for a changed route in ice.
Things to do in Bergen →Tickets, children and the Bergen Card
Small differences between sailings that affect the price you pay.
Age bands differ
One sailing counts children from 4 to 15 years and lets under 4s travel free. Another counts children from 2 to 15 years and lets 0 to 1 year olds travel free. Check the age band of the product you book.
Bergen Card
One sailing gives 20 percent off with the Bergen Card. The card is not valid on regional boats or ferries, so do not assume it covers every fjord trip. See where to stay for what it includes.
Where to buy
You can book ahead, or buy at the pier, on the boat or at the tourist information when seats remain. In busy weeks, booking ahead is the safe choice.
Bergen fjord cruise: frequently asked questions
How long is the Mostraumen cruise?
The round trip takes 3 to 3.5 hours. There is no landing, so you stay on board.
Where does the cruise leave from?
One 2026 sailing leaves from Zachariasbryggen by the fish market and returns there. Confirm the meeting point on your ticket.
Does the cruise run in winter?
Yes, it is offered all year. In November and December the 2026 sailing above leaves at 10:00, and the route can differ in ice or bad weather.
Will I see sea eagles or waterfalls?
That is not guaranteed. Wildlife and a close pass of a waterfall depend on the day, and no cruise can promise them.
Do I need to book ahead?
Booking ahead secures your ticket. Tickets are also sold at the pier or on the boat, or at the tourist information, when seats are left.