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How much is the ferry from Hou to Samsø?

Two price periods, single tickets only.

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Short answer

As of November 2026 a car up to 6 m with up to 9 people costs 262 kr. one way from Hou to Sælvig in the cheap period and 515 kr. in the standard period from 27 June to 9 August. An adult on foot pays 66 kr. online in the cheap period and 106 kr. in summer, and more at the ticket machine. A child aged 4 to 15 pays 43 kr. or 53 kr., and children under 4 travel free. A bicycle costs 24 kr. or 43 kr.

Ferries on Samsø

Why

  1. Prices roughly double in the summer holiday.
  2. Buying online is cheaper than at the machine.
  3. A car ticket includes up to 9 people.

Details

On the passenger ferry from Aarhus to Sælvig an adult single ticket costs 112 kr. and a child 57 kr. in 2026.

Tip

Travel before 27 June or after 9 August to pay the low car price.

What may differ

Discount tickets from 149 kr. exist on selected departures but are sold in limited numbers.

Common misconception

Many think the Samsø ferry costs the same all year.

What actually happens

From Hou the car price is 262 kr. most of the year but 515 kr. in the summer holiday.

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Sources

This answer is for reference only. Timetables, routes and fares change, so check the operator before you travel.

Ferries on Samsø
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