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Denmark

Svendborg → Hjortø

Hjortøboen, a 12-passenger boat, links Svendborg with Hjortø, one of Denmark’s smallest inhabited islands, in about an hour. Outside high summer it sails only when someone has booked.

⏱ About 1h🚢 1 operator📅 Two return trips a day; on request only outside the summer season🐕 Pet friendly
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Svendborg to Hjortø ferry at a glance

The ferry from Svendborg to Hjortø takes About 1h across the South Funen Archipelago, operated by Svendborg Færge- og Sundfart. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: two return trips a day; on request only outside the summer season.

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: svendborghavn.dk · How we verify

Return crossing: Hjortø to Svendborg

Svendborg Færge- og Sundfart also sails Hjortø to Svendborg, taking About 1h. The boat turns straight round at Hjortø, leaving the island an hour after departing Svendborg.

Svendborg to Hjortø ferry timetable & sailing pattern

Two return trips a day (morning and afternoon); daily in summer, on request the rest of the year

Scheduled daily 27 June – 9 August 2026; otherwise booked trips only. No sailing on 25 December.

Published departure times

  • 09:30
  • 14:30 (Mon; other days vary)

Return: The boat turns straight round at Hjortø, leaving the island an hour after departing Svendborg.

Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.

Official Svendborg Færge- og Sundfart timetable →Check prices & book on Svendborg Færge- og Sundfart →

Source: Svendborg Havn Hjortøboen timetable 2026. Verified 2026-09-29.

Maritime Crossing Route Map

Interactive sea passage between Svendborg and Hjortø

📐 6 Nautical Miles
Svendborg⇄Hjortø
⏱ About 1h · 📐 6 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Svendborg Færge- og Sundfart1hHjortøboen

Route Features

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Vehicles

Foot passengers only

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Foot Passengers

Walk-on passengers welcome

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Pets

Pets allowed with valid documents

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Distance

6 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

  • Hjortøboen berths at Havnepladsen 4 on Svendborg harbour

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book the Hjortø boat?
Yes. Outside the summer season (27 June – 9 August in 2026) Hjortøboen only sails if a ticket has been booked by 12:00 on the last weekday before departure; the boat takes just 12 passengers.
How long is the ferry from Svendborg to Hjortø?
The crossing typically takes About 1h. Actual times vary by vessel, season and sea conditions, so check the timetable for your sailing.
How often does the Svendborg to Hjortø ferry sail?
Two return trips a day (morning and afternoon); daily in summer, on request the rest of the year. Scheduled daily 27 June – 9 August 2026; otherwise booked trips only. No sailing on 25 December. This is the pattern published in the Svendborg Havn Hjortøboen timetable 2026 (checked 2026-09-29); confirm exact departure times on the official timetable before you travel.
Which ferry companies sail from Svendborg to Hjortø?
Svendborg Færge- og Sundfart operates this route. Compare sailing times and ticket types before booking, as they often differ between operators.
Can I take my car on the Svendborg to Hjortø ferry?
No. This is a foot-passenger service and vehicles are not carried. Use parking near the departure pier or public transport to reach it.
Can I take the Svendborg to Hjortø ferry as a foot passenger?
Yes. Foot passengers can travel on this route. Allow time to reach the passenger terminal and check the operator’s check-in closing time.
Are dogs and pets allowed on the Svendborg to Hjortø ferry?
Pets are accepted on this route, subject to the operator’s rules (for example staying in the vehicle, kennels or pet-friendly cabins). International crossings also require the correct pet travel documents.
How far is Svendborg from Hjortø by ferry?
The sea crossing is about 6 nautical miles (roughly 11 km).