How to travel from Hirtshals to Faroe Islands, Denmark
The distance between Hirtshals and Faroe Islands is around 1,085km (674 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3hrs.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Hirtshals to Faroe Islands by train, plane and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Faroe Islands → Hirtshals if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Lindholm St. then fly from Aalborg (AAL) to Sorvagur (FAE).
- Duration3hrs
- Flight time1h 55m
- Typical costDKK 2,250($305)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry
Take a ferry to Tórshavn.
- Duration1 day 8h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costDKK 1,335($180)
Smyril Line
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hirtshals and Faroe Islands
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Hirtshals to Faroe Islands by train, plane and ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around DKK 1,335 ($180) and will take around 1 day 8h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately DKK 2,250 ($305).
The distance between Hirtshals and Faroe Islands is around 1,085km (674 miles).
It takes around 3hrs to get from Hirtshals and Faroe Islands by train and plane.
The quickest way to get from Hirtshals to Faroe Islands is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx DKK 2,250 ($305).
The cheapest way to travel between Hirtshals and Faroe Islands is to take a ferry which will typically cost around DKK 1,335 ($180) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Hirtshals and Faroe Islands. We recommend that you take the train to Lindholm St. then fly from Aalborg (AAL) to Sorvagur (FAE). instead which will take 3hrs.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Hirtshals and Faroe Islands. We recommend that you take the train to Lindholm St. then fly from Aalborg (AAL) to Sorvagur (FAE). instead which will take 3hrs.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Hirtshals and Faroe Islands. The ferry typically takes around 1 day 8h and departs once a week.
Smyril Line run the ferry services between Hirtshals and Faroe Islands. Ferries run once a week and take around 1 day 8h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Hirtshals to Faroe Islands. We recommend that you take the train to Lindholm St. then fly from Aalborg (AAL) to Sorvagur (FAE). instead which will take 3hrs.
The closest major airport to Faroe Islands is Aalborg Airport (AAL) (AAL) which is approximately 1,098km (682 miles) from Faroe Islands. Midtjyllands Airport (KRP) (KRP) and Esbjerg Airport (EBJ) (EBJ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Hirtshals to Faroe Islands. We recommend that you take the train to Lindholm St. then fly from Aalborg (AAL) to Sorvagur (FAE). instead which will take 3hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hirtshals to Faroe Islands is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around DKK 2,250 ($305).
Compare travel optionsbetween Hirtshals and Faroe Islands
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 1 similar | 3hrs | DKK 2,250($305) | every 3 hours | 1,175km (730 miles) |
| Ferry and Plane | 6h 30m | DKK 2,380($320) | twice daily | 1,136km (706 miles) |
Ferry | 1 day 8h | DKK 1,335($180) | once a week | 1,085km (674 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Hirtshals and Faroe Islands
Airlines
Atlantic Airways
Widerøe
Ferry operators
Color Line AS
Smyril Line
Train operators
North Jutland Transport Company
Airports near Faroe Islands
The following major airports near Faroe Islands offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Denmark and internationally.
Aalborg Airport (AAL)
- Distance
- 1,098km (682 miles) from Faroe Islands
Midtjyllands Airport (KRP)
- Distance
- 1,119km (695 miles) from Faroe Islands
Esbjerg Airport (EBJ)
- Distance
- 1,154km (717 miles) from Faroe Islands