Port of Bergen (NOBGO): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Bergen (UN/LOCODE NOBGO) is a medium coastal (natural) harbor located in Norway, on the North Sea. It sits at 60.4028° N, 5.2986° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth near 7.9 m, cargo pier depths around 11 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- Coastal (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Medium
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Norway
Services & Restrictions
Route Calculator & Transit Estimator
Great-circle distance — actual sea routes vary with canals, traffic lanes & weather.
nautical miles (direct)
@ 14 knots
B2B Freight Quote — Port of Bergen
Compare competitive ocean and inland freight rates to and from Bergen (NOBGO) via trusted logistics partners.
Nearby Ports & Connections
Nearest Ports to Bergen
Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Bergen
Where is Port of Bergen located?
Port of Bergen is a seaport located in Norway, on the North Sea. Its coordinates are 60.4028° N, 5.2986° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Bergen?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Bergen is NOBGO — country code NO, location code BGO.
How deep is Port of Bergen?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Bergen has a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth of about 7.9 m, cargo pier depths of about 11 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Bergen?
Port of Bergen reports a maximum draft of 12 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Bergen require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Bergen.
What type of harbor is Port of Bergen?
Port of Bergen is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of medium size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Bergen have?
Port of Bergen is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk, container, breakbulk, lng terminal facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Bergen are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #23160), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →