Iceland
Dalvík → Grímsey
Sæfari sails from Dalvík on Eyjafjörður to Grímsey, Iceland’s northernmost inhabited island, which straddles the Arctic Circle. The three-hour crossing leaves time for a few hours ashore before the same-day return.
Dalvík to Grímsey ferry at a glance
The ferry from Dalvík to Grímsey takes About 3h across the Greenland Sea, operated by Vegagerðin (Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration). Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: three sailings a week in winter (Mon, Wed, Fri); five a week in summer.
Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-09-29.
Sources: vegagerdin.is · akureyri.is · akureyri.is · How we verify
Return crossing: Grímsey to Dalvík
Vegagerðin (Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration) also sails Grímsey to Dalvík, taking About 3h. In winter the ferry returns from Grímsey after about 2 hours on the island, arriving in Dalvík about three hours later; there is no connecting bus from Dalvík to Akureyri.
Dalvík to Grímsey ferry timetable & sailing pattern
From 1 October 2026 to 14 May 2027: three sailings a week from Dalvík (Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays) at 09:15; four a week in September and five a week in June–August
The departure time moved from 09:00 to 09:15 on 1 October 2026; the return from Grímsey is delayed accordingly.
Published departure times
- 09:15 from Dalvík (Mon, Wed, Fri, from 1 Oct 2026)
Return: In winter the ferry returns from Grímsey after about 2 hours on the island, arriving in Dalvík about three hours later; there is no connecting bus from Dalvík to Akureyri.
Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.
Official Vegagerðin (Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration) timetable →Check prices & book on Vegagerðin (Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration) →Source: Akureyri municipality Grímsey ferry page (2026 schedule). Verified 2026-09-29.
Maritime Crossing Route Map
Interactive sea passage between Dalvík and Grímsey
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Vegagerðin (Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration) | About 3h | Sæfari |
Route Features
Vehicles
Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
36 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- From 1 October 2026 the 09:15 departure lets passengers connect by bus from Akureyri to Dalvík; there is no bus back to Akureyri after the return ferry arrives
- The Dalvík bus stop at the Olís station is about a 650 m (10-minute) walk from the harbour
- There is free parking at Dalvík harbour for ferry passengers
- Dalvík is about 45 km (a 40-minute drive) north of Akureyri
Tips for the Dalvík to Grímsey Crossing
- Book ahead in summer, when Sæfari is often full.
- Passengers must be at the harbour at least 30 minutes before departure.