Ferry from Oslo to Kiel

When planning your Oslo - Germany ferry trip, you can take advantage of the fixed discounts available to specific passenger categories. Color Line offers special discounts for specific passenger categories, including:

• Children (4-15 years old): travel with a 50% discount
• Infants and toddlers (up to 3 years old): travel free of charge

The Oslo - Kiel ferry route is served by Color Line’s conventional cruise ferries, the Color Fantasy and Color Magic. Designed for overnight crossings, these large vessels offer a comfortable mini-cruise experience with a wide range of modern amenities and services. On board, passengers can usually expect to find:

• Spacious air-conditioned lounges and access to outer decks
• A wide selection of restaurants, cafés and bars, including buffet and à-la-carte dining options
• Live entertainment, including shows, music performances and nightlife venues
• Duty-free shops with gifts, travel essentials, fashion, cosmetics and more
• Wellness and fitness facilities, including a gym, spa area and saunas
• Family-friendly facilities and activities for children during selected periods
• Casino and other leisure amenities, such as a golf simulator
• Wi-Fi access available for purchase on board
• Car decks for the transportation of vehicles

Accessibility

The ferries serving the Oslo - Kiel route are accessible to travelers with disabilities, offering easy access to common areas and facilities adapted for passengers with reduced mobility.

If you require special assistance during boarding, disembarkation or in a possible emergency, it is recommended to inform the ferry company at the time of booking. If you book online, any request for assistance should normally be submitted after completing your reservation and no later than 48 hr before departure.

Important: accessibility features and onboard arrangements may vary depending on the vessel, so it is best to confirm the details directly with the operator before traveling.

Cabins and accommodation

The Oslo - Germany ferry route is operated by overnight conventional cruise ferries, so cabins are the main accommodation option on board. On Color Line’s Color Fantasy and Color Magic, you can choose from a wide range of cabin categories, depending on your budget and travel style.

What cabins are available on the ferry from Oslo to Kiel?

On the Oslo - Kiel route, you can typically book cabins for 1-5 passengers, including:

• Standard inside cabins
• Sea-view cabins
• Promenade-view cabins
• Color Class cabins with extra comfort and additional perks
• Junior suites and suites with more space and premium amenities
• Accessible cabins for travelers with disabilities

All cabins come with a private bathroom, TV, and a comfortable sleeping area. Depending on the cabin type, you may also have access to extra amenities such as Wi-Fi, breakfast, a minibar, or a private seating area.

Cabin prices on the Oslo - Kiel ferry usually start from around €342.

Can I book lounge seats or business-class seats?

No, on the Oslo - Kiel route, passengers cannot reserve airline-style seats or lounge seats. Accommodation is provided in cabins, and there are no separate business-class or reclining-seat options available to book instead of a cabin.

How much luggage can I bring on board?

When traveling by ferry from Oslo to Kiel with Color Line, passengers can usually bring up to 50 kg of luggage on board.

If you are traveling with a vehicle, you can store your luggage inside your car. Keep in mind that access to the vehicle deck may be limited during the crossing.

Foot passengers are expected to carry their luggage on board themselves. You can either keep your bags with you or store them in designated luggage areas available on the ferry.

Traveling with pets

Pets are allowed on the Oslo - Kiel ferries operated by Color Line, provided they are included in your booking in advance. Available options and conditions depend on the type of animal and your travel preferences.

Where can pets stay during the crossing?

• In your vehicle (common option, with limited access during the trip)
• In onboard kennels (available for dogs, with a limited number of spaces)

Pets are generally not allowed in cabins or indoor public areas such as lounges, restaurants or shops, with the exception of guide and assistance dogs.

Can I visit my pet during the journey?

If your pet stays in the vehicle or in a kennel, access is usually restricted and only allowed at specific visiting times set by the crew.

What should I keep in mind before traveling?

• Bring all required health and travel documents, including an EU pet passport if applicable
• Dogs must be kept on a leash when outside their designated area
• Make sure your pet has access to water, food and proper ventilation during the trip
• Bring any necessary pet supplies (food, bowls, hygiene items, etc.)

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Oslo to Kiel:

• We recommend arriving at the port of Oslo at least 1 hr before departure. If you are traveling with a vehicle, it’s best to be there at least 2 hr in advance for a smooth boarding process.
• Onboard purchases can be made using EUR and NOK, so keep this in mind when planning your expenses during the journey.
• The North Sea and Skagerrak area can occasionally be choppy. If you are prone to motion sickness, consider bringing seasickness medication for a more comfortable trip.
• For your return trip, you can book tickets on the Kiel - Oslo ferry in advance, especially if you are traveling with a vehicle or during peak season.
• From Oslo, you can also travel by ferry to Denmark. Check out the Oslo - Copenhagen route for more options.
• Kiel is a major ferry hub in northern Germany. From there, you can travel to destinations such as Lithuania via the Klaipėda - Kiel route. For more travel options, take a look at the Kiel ferry schedules.

Where to take the ferry from Oslo to Kiel

You can catch the ferry to Kiel from the Color Line terminal in Oslo, located at Filipstadveien 25, in the Hjortnes / Filipstad area, just west of the city center. The terminal is well signposted and easy to reach for both foot passengers and those traveling with a vehicle.

At the terminal, you will find basic passenger facilities, while short-term parking is available nearby and long-term parking can also be arranged.

How to get to the port of Oslo

• By car: the terminal is easy to reach from the main road network by following the signs to Color Line / Hjortneskaia. If you are driving, remember to arrive well in advance of departure.
• By transfer bus: Color Line operates a transfer bus that connects with ferry arrivals and departures from the Oslo Bus Terminal.
• By tram: you can take tram 13 to Skillebekk, which is around a 10-min walk from the terminal.
• By taxi: taxis are widely available in Oslo and offer a convenient way to reach the port from the city center or Oslo Central Station.

Where does the ferry arrive in Kiel?

Ferries from Oslo normally arrive at the Norwegenkai terminal in the port of Kiel, one of the city’s main passenger ferry terminals. The terminal is centrally located and is within around 10 min on foot from Kiel Central Railway Station (Kiel Hbf).

How to get from Kiel port

• On foot: Kiel Central Railway Station is about 10 min away, making the terminal especially convenient for foot passengers.
• By bus: the main bus station is located next to Kiel Central Station, so it is easy to continue your journey by local or regional bus.
• By car: Norwegenkai has direct access to the city road network, making it easy to continue your trip by car to Kiel, Hamburg and other destinations in northern Germany.
• By taxi: taxis are available in the port and station area for quick transfers around Kiel.