Cruise Port Shuttle & Ulriken Cable Car Tickets

The shuttle picks you up directly at Jekteviken cruise port in Bergen. We have a clearly marked stand at the exit of the port — look for the Ulriken Shuttle sign as you disembark. The bus takes you straight to the Ulriken cable car base station, and the return shuttle drops you back at the same cruise port location. The drive is approximately 10 minutes each way.

Your ticket includes a round-trip shuttle bus from Jekteviken cruise port and a round-trip ride on the Ulriken cable car in Bergen: the city’s highest mountain at 643 meters. Everything is bundled in one booking, so there’s no need to buy separate cable car tickets when you arrive. Adults (16+) are NOK 844.69 and children (4–15) are NOK 425. Infants under 4 ride free.

As long as you like. The shuttle bus runs approximately every 30 minutes throughout the day, so you’re free to take any return bus that fits your schedule. Most visitors spend between 45 minutes and 2 hours at the summit, depending on whether they want to hike, eat at the mountaintop restaurant, or simply enjoy the panoramic views of Bergen, the fjords, and the surrounding mountains. Just make sure to catch a return shuttle in time for your cruise ship’s departure!

We strongly recommend booking online in advance. Cruise port days in Bergen get busy and shuttle seats are limited, so pre-booking guarantees your spot. You’ll receive a confirmation you can show on your phone — no printing needed. Walk-ups may be accepted if space is available, but we can’t guarantee availability on the day, especially during peak summer season.

We only offer the combined package: shuttle bus transport from Jekteviken cruise port plus a round-trip cable car ticket. If you’re looking to purchase cable car tickets only (without shuttle transport), you can buy those directly from the Ulriken cable car operator at their ticket office or website. Our service is specifically designed for cruise passengers who want a hassle-free way to get from the port to the cable car and back.

The summit has several options depending on your interests. There’s a restaurant and café with indoor and outdoor seating where you can enjoy a meal or coffee with panoramic views. Multiple hiking trails start from the top, ranging from easy walks to longer treks across the Bergen mountain plateau. You’ll also find viewpoint areas perfect for photography — on clear days you can see the city, the fjord, and the surrounding seven mountains of Bergen. The mountaintop is also fully accessible for wheelchair users.

Yes, both are fully accessible. The shuttle bus is equipped with a ramp for wheelchair boarding, and the Ulriken cable car gondola can accommodate wheelchairs. The summit area around the restaurant and main viewpoints is also accessible, though some hiking trails beyond the immediate summit area may not be suitable for wheelchairs. If you have specific accessibility needs, feel free to contact us in advance and we’ll make sure everything is arranged.

Absolutely. The entire excursion; shuttle ride, cable car up, time at the summit, cable car down, and shuttle return; can comfortably fit within 2 to 3 hours, making it one of the most efficient Bergen shore excursions available. The shuttle departs every 30 minutes from Jekteviken cruise port, and the cable car ride itself is only 5 minutes each way. Even passengers with a short port call can experience the views from Bergen’s highest mountain without rushing.