How to travel from Sandnessjøen to Bodø, Norway

The distance between Sandnessjøen and Bodø is around 262km (163 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 4h 50m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Sandnessjøen to Bodø by ferry, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out BodøSandnessjøen if you're planning a return trip.

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Bodø sentrumsterminalen kai.

  • Duration5hrs
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    NOK 715($70)
Operated by

Nordland fylkeskommune

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Bus

Take the bus to Mosjøen stasjon and then to Bodø stasjon.

  • Duration5h 50m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    NOK 115($11)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Mosjøen stasjon then take the train to Bodø stasjon.

  • Duration5h 25m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    NOK 575($56)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Bodø.

  • Duration4h 50m
  • Distance337km (209 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Sandnessjøen and Bodø

There are several options for getting from Sandnessjøen to Bodø by ferry, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around NOK 115 ($11) and will take around 5h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 4h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately NOK 575 ($56).

The distance between Sandnessjøen and Bodø is around 262km (163 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 160km (100 miles)

It takes around 5hrs to get from Sandnessjøen and Bodø by ferry. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Sandnessjøen to Bodø is to drive which takes around 4h 50m and will set you back approx NOK 575 ($56).

The cheapest way to travel between Sandnessjøen and Bodø, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around NOK 115 ($11) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Sandnessjøen and Bodø. We recommend that you drive to Bodø. instead which will take 4h 50m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Sandnessjøen and Bodø. It typically takes around 5h 50m and departs 5 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Sandnessjøen to Bodø. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Mosjøen stasjon. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 5h 50m.

Nordland fylkeskommune and Sj Nord run regular bus services between Sandnessjøen and Bodø. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 5h 50m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Sandnessjøen and Bodø. The ferry typically takes around 5hrs and departs once daily.

Nordland fylkeskommune run the ferry services between Sandnessjøen and Bodø. Ferries run once daily and take around 5hrs on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Sandnessjøen to Bodø. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bodø sentrumsterminalen kai. instead which will take 5hrs.

The closest major airport to Bodø is Bodø Airport (BOO) (BOO) which is approximately 1km (1 miles) from Bodø. Røst Airport (RET) (RET) and Tromsø Airport (TOS) (TOS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Sandnessjøen and Bodø. The distance is around 337km (209 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Sandnessjøen to Bodø is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around NOK 715 ($70).

How do I get from Sandnessjøen to Bodø

Compare travel optionsbetween Sandnessjøen and Bodø

Transport options from Sandnessjøen to Bodø
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Ferry
5hrs
NOK 715($70)
every 20 mins262km (163 miles)
Bus
5h 50m
NOK 115($11)
5 times a week390km (242 miles)
Bus and Train
5h 25m
NOK 575($56)
every 20 mins310km (193 miles)
Drive
4h 50m
NOK 575($56)
on demand337km (209 miles)

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Airlines

Airports near Bodø

The following major airports near Bodø offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Norway and internationally.

BOO
Bodø Airport (BOO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
1km (1 miles) from Bodø
RET
Røst Airport (RET)
Domestic Airport
Distance
101km (63 miles) from Bodø
TOS
Tromsø Airport (TOS)
International Airport
Distance
324km (201 miles) from Bodø