Ferry from Strömstad to Sandefjord

When planning your trip on the ferry from Strömstad to Sandefjord ferry trip, you can take advantage of the fixed discounts available to specific passenger categories. Typically, you can expect lower ferry ticket prices for children under 16, while infants and toddlers up to 3 years old travel for free.

The Strömstad - Sandefjord ferry route is served by the Color Hybrid, a conventional ferry with many modern amenities and services. Onboard, you can expect:

• Comfy seats in air-conditioned lounges and spacious outer decks to enjoy the sea view
• Snack bars, cafés, and restaurants with hot and cold drinks, snacks, and meals
• Duty-free shops and kiosks with everything from the essentials to high-end gifts
• Playroom for children with seasonal shows and events
• Free Wi-Fi hotspot to stay connected during the trip

Accessibility

The Color Hybrid is generally accessible and adapted for passengers with reduced mobility, with accessible common areas and an elevator connecting the vehicle deck with the passenger areas. The terminals also have elevators and accessible toilets.

Color Line also offers boarding and disembarkation assistance, with prior notification at least 48 hr before departure.

Cabins and accommodation

Are there cabins on the ferry?

No, due to the short duration of the trip, there are no cabins available on the Strömstad - Sandefjord ferry. Standard deck/lounge seating is included in the ticket price.

Can I book business-class seats?

No, Color Line does not offer premium seating options on the Sandefjord - Strömstad ferry route.

Luggage

When traveling with Color Line, you can bring up to 50 kg of luggage on board, free of charge, in addition to any baggage stored in your vehicle.

Pet travel

You can bring your pet on the Strömstad - Sandefjord ferry, provided you include it in your booking.

Make sure you bring along your pet’s health and travel documents, as well as tickets and pet supplies you may need for the trip.

Where do pets stay on the ferry?

When traveling with Color Line, your pet can stay in the onboard kennels or you can keep your pet in your vehicle.

The kennels are located in a dedicated are on deck 9 and are equipped with water and food bowls. While pets are not permitted in the ferry's common areas, there is an outdoor exercise area outside the kennel area. 

Important: you cannot visit pets left in vehicles during the crossing, and the car deck is not temperature-controlled, so consider your pet’s comfort before choosing this option.

Take a look at some useful tips for your ferry Strömstad - Sandefjord trip:

• The port in Strömstad can get busy, so we recommend you arrive at least 1.5-2 hr ahead of departure to avoid delays, especially if you are traveling with a car.
• Remember to bring a passport or national photo ID to travel from Strömstad to Sandefjord by ferry, as you are crossing an international border between Sweden and Norway.
• When making purchases on board, note that both Norwegian Krone (NOK) and Swedish Krona (SEK) are accepted as valid currency.
• For your return trip, make sure you book your tickets on the Sandefjord - Strömstad ferry in advance, as car deck spaces often sell out.

Where to take the ferry from Strömstad to Sandefjord

You can catch the ferry to Sandefjord from the port of Strömstad, located right in the center of the coastal Swedish town. Ferries typically depart from the main ferry terminal area in Torskholmen, which is within walking distance of Strömstad’s town center, train station, shops, and restaurants. 

Strömstad is about 160 km north of Gothenburg, while the nearest major airport is Gothenburg Landvetter Airport, around 190 km away. The port area includes parking facilities, ticket offices, cafés, and nearby services, making it easy to prepare for your journey.

How to get to the port of Strömstad

• By car: follow the E6 motorway towards Strömstad. Once in town, signs clearly direct you to the ferry terminal. Driving from Gothenburg takes around 2 hr.
• By train: trains connect Strömstad with Gothenburg, with the railway station being a 5-min walk from the ferry terminal.
• By bus:  regional buses stop at Strömstad station, within walking distance of the ferry. Bus 871 connects Strömstad with Tanumshede and Torp Terminalen near Uddevalla. 
• From Landvetter Airport:  take the airport coach to Nils Ericson Terminal in Gothenburg, beside Central Station, and then continue to Strömstad by train or bus. The entire journey takes 3.5-4 hr, depending on connections.   

Check-in and boarding at Strömstad  

For your ferry to Sandefjord, you need to head to the ferry terminal at Torskholmen. Check-in opens around 2.5 hr before departure and closes 15 min before sailing for both foot passengers and vehicles. To make check-in quicker, have your booking number and valid photo ID ready.

• Foot passengers: check in at the terminal and  arrive at least 30 min before departure to keep your reserved place.
• Passengers with vehicles: follow signs for Color Line’s vehicle check-in  and arrive at least 30 min before departure. We recommend allowing extra time during busy periods,  particularly if you’re traveling with a campervan or caravan. 

Where does the ferry arrive in Sandefjord? 

Ferries from Strömstad arrive at the Color Line terminal at Strandpromenaden, on the waterfront in Sandefjord. The ferry terminal is a few minutes’ walk from the town center and the Sandefjord railway station with connections to Oslo, the airport and more.

Around the port, there is public parking and if you head towards the city center, you will find cafés, restaurants, and shops, along with waterfront hotels and the Scandic Park Sandefjord.

Onward travel from Sandefjord

• Oslo: driving takes approximately 1.5-2 hr via the E18, while the direct trains to Oslo Central Station (Oslo S) take around 1.5 to 1 hr 50 min from Sandefjord station.

• TORP Sandefjord Airport: allow around 15-20 min by car or taxi. By public transportation, you can take bus 4 from Sandefjord bus station, with a journey time of approximately 20 min. Alternatively, take a train to Torp station, then the airport shuttle, which takes around 5 min. 

• Tønsberg: you can drive there in approximately 25-30 min, or take a direct train from Sandefjord station in around 20 min. Larvik: the drive takes around 20-25 min, while the train ride from Sandefjord station takes about 15 min.