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Port guide: compare transport from Molde

Molde, Norway 31 transport option(s) compared
75 min Recommended return before ship
Port exit : Easy

Molde

Port call at Molde (Norway). Leaving the port is straightforward and the town centre is walkable from the pier. The cheapest option, Walk to city centre, is free, and the fastest takes around 5 min. No ship shuttle has been reported for this port call.

The town of 222 peaks on the Romsdalsfjord. The terminal is 500 metres from the town centre. Stunning panoramic views from the Varden viewpoint.

Molde Cruise Pier
Cheapest option Free Walk to city centre
Fastest option 5 min Walk to city centre
Simplest option Walk to city centre Very simple
Ship shuttle Not available No comment.

Practical tips

  • Walk from the terminal
  • Fram bus to Åndalsnes
  • Varden viewpoint, 5 km away (by bus or taxi)
  • Taxis available

Warnings

  • Changeable weather
  • Few activities without transport
  • Åndalsnes and Trollstigen are 40–50 km away

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Best option summary

By choosing your cruise line's official shuttle, you opt for complete peace of mind: even if it isn't the cheapest option, this transfer is treated as an excursion, which means the ship will wait for the shuttle before setting sail.

Ship shuttle Not available

No ship shuttle reported.

Recommended local alternative Walk to city centre

Free - 5 min - free

Direct access to cafes, shops and tourist office

Filter transport options

Choose whether you want to stay near the port, reach a connection, or go on a longer excursion.

Transport options

31 option(s) shown for Molde

Walk to city centre

Molde centre / Torget

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct access to cafes, shops and tourist office

Attention point

Very short, not very useful as a journey in itself

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route from Storkaia; Easiest option after disembarkation

Source : Cruise Norway Molde: https://cruise-norway.no/destinations/molde-andalsnes-eresfjord/ | Cruise Legend Molde: https://cruiselegend.com/PortDetail.aspx?Pid=2319

Walk to Molde Cathedral

Molde Cathedral

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 6 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

A central location that can easily be incorporated into a walk

Attention point

Internal tour at scheduled times

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; short option to combine with Torget and the fjord promenade

Source : Visit Northwest Molde: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/ | Cruise Norway Molde: https://cruise-norway.no/destinations/molde-andalsnes-eresfjord/

Walk to Molde bus terminal

Molde trafikkterminal

Walk Station / airport
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 8 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Access to FRAM buses and regional connections

Attention point

Not very useful without a scheduled public transport route

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful for buses to airport, Åndalsnes, Kristiansund or Atlantic Road

Source : FRAM: https://frammr.no/ | Visit Northwest Molde: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/

Walk to Molde-Vestnes ferry

Molde ferry quay

Walk Station / airport
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Connects to the Molde-Vestnes ferry

Attention point

Not very useful unless you have a connecting journey

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check exact dock and ferry schedule

Source : FRAM ferry: https://frammr.no/ | Visit Northwest transport: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/

Walk to Moldebadet

Moldebadet

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Family option or convenient in bad weather

Attention point

Less of a priority for a first tourist visit

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check schedules before you go

Source : Moldebadet: https://www.moldebadet.no/ | Visit Northwest Molde: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/

Walk to Romsdal Museum

Romsdal Museum

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Major local museum within walking distance of the dock

Attention point

Times and tickets to check

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Good cultural choice without transportation

Source : Romsdal Museum: https://romsdalsmuseet.no/en/ | Visit Northwest Molde: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/

Walk to Aker Stadion

Aker Stadion

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Sporting landmark and local landmark

Attention point

Little tourist outside of events

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Useful for football fans or local scouting

Source : Molde FK: https://www.moldefk.no/english/getting-here | Visit Northwest Molde: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/

Taxi to Varden viewpoint

Varden viewpoint

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 30,00 €
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency available at the port or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Quick access to the panorama without climbing on foot

Attention point

More expensive than walking or bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; check the weather and visibility before setting off

Source : Molde Taxi: https://www.moldetaxi.no/ | Visit Northwest Molde Panorama: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/

Taxi to Molde Airport Årø

Molde Airport Årø

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 35,00 €
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency available at the port or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct transfer to the airport

Attention point

More expensive than the bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book if close flight or heavy disembarkation

Source : Avinor Molde Airport: https://avinor.no/en/airport/molde-airport/ | Molde Taxi: https://www.moldetaxi.no/

Walk to Reknesparken

Reknesparken

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 18 min
Frequency free
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Pleasant park close to the centre and the museum

Attention point

Weather-dependent interest

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Simple walk if you stay close to the centre

Source : Visit Northwest Molde: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/ | Cruise Norway Molde: https://cruise-norway.no/destinations/molde-andalsnes-eresfjord/

Bus to Molde Airport Årø

Molde Airport Årø

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 5,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency regular according to FRAM or airport bus schedules
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

An affordable option to the local airport

Attention point

Less practical when you have a lot of luggage

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check schedule by flight

Source : Molde FK getting here: https://www.moldefk.no/english/getting-here | Avinor Molde Airport: https://avinor.no/en/airport/molde-airport/

Public Ferry to Vestnes

Vestnes ferry quay

Public shuttle Station / airport
Estimated cost 8,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Regular according to ferry schedules
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Useful for connecting flights to Ålesund or Romsdal

Attention point

Limited tourist appeal on its own

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check ferry timetables and FRAM connections

Source : FRAM ferry: https://frammr.no/ | Visit Northwest transport: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/

Boat to Hjertøya

Hjertøya island

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 12,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency Seasonal, local hours to check
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Small island and nature excursion very close to the centre

Attention point

Seasonal and weather-dependent

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check operating period and return before boarding

Source : Visit Northwest Molde: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/ | Romsdal Museum Hjertøya: https://romsdalsmuseet.no/en/

Private VTC to Varden viewpoint

Varden viewpoint

Private car (VTC) Near the port
Estimated cost 35,00 €
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency by private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Flexible to quickly reach the panorama

Attention point

Limited local offer, often equivalent to a taxi

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Confirm meeting point at the port

Source : Molde Taxi: https://www.moldetaxi.no/ | Visit Northwest Molde Panorama: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/

Private Private Driver to Molde Airport Årø

Molde Airport Årø

Private car (VTC) Station / airport
Estimated cost 40,00 €
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency by private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Personalised airport transfer

Attention point

Reservation recommended depending on the arrival of the ship

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Confirm pick-up time and location

Source : Avinor Molde Airport: https://avinor.no/en/airport/molde-airport/ | Molde Taxi: https://www.moldetaxi.no/

Bus to Varden viewpoint

Varden viewpoint

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 5,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency limited; check FRAM opening hours
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Allows you to greatly reduce the ascent to the panorama

Attention point

Limited hours and final stop to check

Accessibility : moyenne, arrêt et marche finale possibles

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; check line and final step with FRAM

Source : FRAM: https://frammr.no/ | Visit Northwest Molde Panorama: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/

Buses to Åndalsnes Station

Åndalsnes Station

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 14,00 €
Estimated duration 95 min
Frequency regular but schedules to check
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Allows you to reach the Raumabanen line and the Romsdalen valley

Attention point

A long journey for a short stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check connections and return timetables before departure

Source : FRAM: https://frammr.no/ | Visit Northwest Åndalsnes: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/

Express boat to Kristiansund

Kristiansund harbour

Public shuttle Station / airport
Estimated cost 25,00 €
Estimated duration 80 min
Frequency FRAM timetable to check
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Ferry Alternatives to Kristiansund

Attention point

Less frequent and back to check

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; check if the service is active on the day of the stopover

Source : FRAM express boat: https://frammr.no/ | Visit Northwest Kristiansund: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/

Taxi to Bud village

Bud fishing village

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 150,00 €
Estimated duration 50 min
Frequency booking recommended
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Nice coastal village, often combined with Atlantic Road

Attention point

Back to organising

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Good complement to a private shore excursion

Source : Visit Northwest Bud: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/ | Molde Taxi: https://www.moldetaxi.no/

Taxi to Atlantic Road

Atlantic Road / Storseisundet Bridge

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 180,00 €
Estimated duration 60 min
Frequency booking recommended
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Flexible access to one of Norway's most famous roads

Attention point

High cost and return to be organised

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book round-trip with photo stops and confirmed pick-up time

Source : Atlantic Road fjords.com: https://www.fjords.com/en/western-norwegian-fjords/fjord-guide/romsdalsfjord/atlantic-road/ | Molde Taxi: https://www.moldetaxi.no/

Private VTC to Atlantic Road

Atlantic Road / Storseisundet Bridge

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 190,00 €
Estimated duration 60 min
Frequency Private bookings recommended
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Flexible Atlantic Road Tour with Photo Stops

Attention point

High cost and depends on the available driver

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct journey from A to B; book a return ticket before your stopover

Source : Atlantic Road fjords.com: https://www.fjords.com/en/western-norwegian-fjords/fjord-guide/romsdalsfjord/atlantic-road/ | Visit Norway Atlantic Road bus: https://www.visitnorway.com/listings/public-bus-from-molde-to-kristiansund-over-the-atlantic-road/270090/

Walk to Varden viewpoint

Varden viewpoint

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 60 min
Frequency free
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Exceptional panorama of Molde and the Romsdal Alps

Attention point

Steep and long walk for a short layover

Accessibility : moyenne, montée longue depuis le centre

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; comfortable shoes and clear weather recommended

Source : Visit Northwest Molde Panorama: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/ | WhatsInPort Molde: https://www.whatsinport.com/Molde.htm

Bus to Bud village

Bud fishing village

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 60 min
Frequency limited; check FRAM opening hours
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Interesting coastal village close to the Atlantic road

Attention point

Limited timetables and safe returns

Accessibility : moyenne, service régional

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Leave only if the return is confirmed

Source : FRAM: https://frammr.no/ | Visit Northwest Bud: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/

Bus to Atlantic Road

Atlantic Road / Storseisundet Bridge

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 16,00 €
Estimated duration 90 min
Frequency limited, FRAM/Entur schedules to check
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Possible public option to the Atlantic route

Attention point

Impractical timetables for a short stopover

Accessibility : moyenne, correspondance possible

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; Be sure to check the round trip before you leave

Source : Visit Norway Atlantic Road bus: https://www.visitnorway.com/listings/public-bus-from-molde-to-kristiansund-over-the-atlantic-road/270090/ | FRAM: https://frammr.no/

Bus to Kristiansund

Kristiansund centre

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 18,00 €
Estimated duration 100 min
Frequency regular service according to FRAM timetables
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Useful regional connection to Kristiansund

Attention point

Too long for a short visit without good organisation

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; check return timetables with FRAM or Entur

Source : FRAM: https://frammr.no/ | Visit Northwest Kristiansund: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/

Taxi to Åndalsnes Station

Åndalsnes Station

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 220,00 €
Estimated duration 75 min
Frequency Private bookings recommended
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Direct transfer to Romsdalen and Åndalsnes train station

Attention point

High cost and long duration

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book only with return or confirmed connection

Source : Visit Northwest Åndalsnes: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/ | Molde Taxi: https://www.moldetaxi.no/

Private Driver to Åndalsnes Station

Åndalsnes Station

Private car (VTC) Station / airport
Estimated cost 230,00 €
Estimated duration 75 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Flexible transfer to Romsdalen and Åndalsnes

Attention point

High cost and essential return

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book only with return or confirmed connection

Source : Visit Northwest Åndalsnes: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/ | Molde Taxi: https://www.moldetaxi.no/

Taxi to Eikesdalsvatnet

Eikesdalsvatnet lake

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 300,00 €
Estimated duration 100 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Excursion to fjord, lake and mountain landscapes

Attention point

Long and unsuitable without long stopovers

Accessibility : moyenne, longue excursion nature

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book only with guaranteed return and correct weather

Source : Visit Northwest: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/ | Molde Taxi: https://www.moldetaxi.no/

Taxi to Trollstigen viewpoint

Trollstigen viewpoint

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 360,00 €
Estimated duration 120 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Spectacular site if the road is open and the stopover is long

Attention point

Seasonal route, weather and duration to watch

Accessibility : moyenne, longue excursion routière

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check the opening of the road and plan for a large return margin

Source : Visit Norway Trollstigen: https://www.visitnorway.com/listings/trollstigen/ | Visit Northwest: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/

Private VTC to Trollstigen viewpoint

Trollstigen viewpoint

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 370,00 €
Estimated duration 120 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Spectacular private excursion to Trollstigen

Attention point

Weather risk, seasonal route, high cost

Accessibility : moyenne, excursion longue et saisonnière

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check the opening of the road and allow a large return margin

Source : Visit Norway Trollstigen: https://www.visitnorway.com/listings/trollstigen/ | Visit Northwest: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/

Taxi to Ålesund Airport Vigra

Ålesund Airport Vigra

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 420,00 €
Estimated duration 140 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Direct transfer to a larger regional airport

Attention point

Very long and expensive from Molde

Accessibility : moyenne, très long transfert

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book only as a planned transfer with wide margin

Source : Ålesund Airport: https://www.avinor.no/en/airport/alesund/ | Molde Taxi: https://www.moldetaxi.no/

Indicative data based on local sources and field estimates.