From ferry to water's edge

From Zealand

SAMSØLINJEN carries foot passengers, bikes and cars between Kalundborg and Ballen. Always check the live timetable for crossing time and departures. The house is about one kilometre from the terminal.

From Jutland

The car ferry runs from Hou to Sælvig. Foot passengers and cyclists can take the fast ferry from Aarhus Dokk1 to Sælvig, then continue by bus, flex service, bike or car.

Around the island

A bike suits Samsø's short distances. Reserve early in summer. Bus services vary by season, so use the live information.

Plan the final kilometre

Choose the ferry according to your departure point and how you intend to travel on Samsø. The Kalundborg route arrives in Ballen close to the house and is particularly convenient for foot passengers and cyclists. Services from Hou and Aarhus arrive at Sælvig on the west coast, requiring an onward bus, on-demand bus, bicycle, taxi or car journey.

Ferry spaces, rental bicycles and local transport are busiest during holiday periods. Book early, allow time around departure and check the operator's timetable again on travel day. If travelling without a car, plan the return journey and luggage as carefully as the arrival because local services and timetables can change with the season.

If you are travelling without a car

Pack so the final walk from the ferry is comfortable and arrange bicycles or local transport for longer excursions before arrival. Groceries and harbour life are available locally, while the north and west of the island need more planning. Use Rejseplanen and the operators for live departures, and save essential times before the crossing in case reception is limited.